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Drone roof survey in Wormley, Surrey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Wormley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
What a drone roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wormley
Prices start from £400, including VAT. A drone inspection, where it applies, is also part of our Premium Survey, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. If a drone won’t help on your roof, we’ll say so. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, on valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Wormley, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Wormley (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a drone roof survey in Wormley?
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. From the ground, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like King Edward's School Witley will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
We email the report to you, with close-up photos from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
Flying and imaging in Wormley
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. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Wormley is about 8 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Bookings from Wormley are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Wormley is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We cover every part of GU8 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Petworth Road, Robin Way and Brook Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Wormley include Sandhills (1 mile west), Hambledon (1 mile east), Brook (1 mile west), Witley (1 mile north) and Chiddingfold (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles north), Woking (13 miles north), Camberley (14 miles north), Farnham (8 miles north-west), Dorking (15 miles north-east) and Frimley (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Wormley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Rodborough and Witley CofE Controlled Infant School. Wormley has its own railway station: Witley station. A little further out are Godalming Museum (3.7 miles north) and Milford Hospital (2.3 miles north). Not far away are Hydon's Ball and Farncombe Wood.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Nearby places to Wormley
Also in Wormley
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Wormley, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Wormley and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Questions from Wormley
Is Wormley within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Wormley?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. The written report follows by email.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.