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Drone roof survey in Wrecclesham, Surrey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach across Wrecclesham, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
FAQs for Wrecclesham
Is Wrecclesham within the area you cover?
Yes. Wrecclesham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is drone flying allowed in Wrecclesham?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We will confirm the timing as you book.
How a drone roof survey works in Wrecclesham
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 inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. If you are worried about cracked mortar along the ridge and wind damage high on the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on valleys and parapet gutters, flat roofs on upper floors and tall and steep roofs alike.
Around Wrecclesham, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Wrecclesham (GU10, GU9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Wrecclesham
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Nearby places to Wrecclesham
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The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Wrecclesham, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- 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 looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Drone roof surveys in Wrecclesham: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Peter's CofE Primary School will know that big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once. Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 1.6 miles north-east, show how far back building around Wrecclesham goes. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Wrecclesham is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Wrecclesham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Surrey coverage includes Wrecclesham. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of GU10 and GU9 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on The Street, St Peter's Gardens and School Hill. We also cover the places around Wrecclesham: Shortheath (1 mile east), Boundstone (1 mile south-east), Rowledge (1 mile south), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (9 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Near you in Wrecclesham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Underdown nature reserve, Weydon School and The Royal Oak Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Wrecclesham is Farnham station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north-east) and Museum of Farnham (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill and Aunt's Pool.
Common roof problems in Wrecclesham
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Take an older house close to St Peter's Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are frequently seen by nobody. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If the flue needs a specialist, we will tell you.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.