Surrey · London and the South East
Wisley Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Wisley. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Standing water on a flat roof
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wisley
Drones need reasonable weather. Strong wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We are often asked to look into cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and flat roofs on upper floors that hold water, across flat roofs on upper floors, tall and steep roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Wisley, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Wisley (GU23)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Wisley
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What we’re asked to look at in Wisley
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.
Common reasons to book include:
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Wisley Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Wisley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Wisley, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Drone roof surveys in Wisley: local notes
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Controlled Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Peacocks, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Wisley is about 4 miles south of Weybridge, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Wisley and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Surrey. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in GU23 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Weybank, Deers Farm Close and Wisley Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Pyrford Green (1 mile west), Byfleet (1 mile north), Hatchford End (2 miles south-east), New Haw (2 miles north) and Martyr's Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (4 miles west), Camberley (11 miles west), Epsom (9 miles east), Redhill (15 miles south-east) and Ewell (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Wisley
In Wisley, that means homes and buildings near The Anchor pub, Manor Farm and Fullbrook School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is West Byfleet station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Send and Ripley History Society Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Woking Community Hospital (3.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
Wisley questions
Do you cover smaller places like Wisley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wisley?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Can a drone see inside my loft?
No. It shows what’s on the outside. Leaks, damp timbers and condensation often show first from inside, so we check the loft too where we can.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Strong wind or a downpour stops a flight. The weather on the day decides whether the drone goes up. If it is unsuitable, we’ll agree another date.
Why it is worth a survey now in Wisley
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. They show the location and extent of each defect. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Wisley, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.