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Drone roof survey in Wonersh, Surrey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach around Wonersh, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Flashings that have come away
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Drone roof survey in Wonersh: what you get
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on gardens or windows next door. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We survey the roof you’ve asked us to look at. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. We’re often asked to look into slipped or missing slates on a high roof and wind damage high on the roof, across fragile roofs, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors.
Villages like Wonersh often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Wonersh (GU5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Wonersh roofs
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bramley CofE Aided Infant School and Nursery, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If you live in an older home near Wonersh United Reformed Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Chilworth Manor lies about 1.7 miles north, so building around Wonersh goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Wonersh is about 4 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Wonersh and the rest of Surrey. Across Surrey, we cover Wonersh and the places around it.
Every address in GU5 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Woodyers Close and The Close. Other places close to Wonersh include Bramley (1 mile west), Shamley Green (1 mile south-east), Birtley Green (1 mile south), Stroud Common (2 miles south-east) and Grafham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (4 miles north), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Reigate (15 miles east).
Around Wonersh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Shalford Mill, Broadwater School and The Grantley Arms Public House. The closest station to Wonersh is Chilworth station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Surrey Police Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west). For a walk, there is St Martha's Hill and Silent Pool.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Wonersh needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- 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 we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Related advice
How we price drone roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Also in Wonersh
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate typically means nail fatigue. We can see the extent of it from above.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Common questions in Wonersh
Will you come out to Wonersh?
Yes, Wonersh is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wonersh?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you survey a roof inside a flight restriction zone?
It depends on the airspace at your address. Inside a flight restriction zone, we need permission first, which can add time. Allow a little extra time if your home is close to an airport.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Why get it checked now?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller, whatever height the roof is. Older cottages and farmhouses around Wonersh can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Useful tips for Wonersh property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photos and findings. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, so small faults are dealt with early.