A drone survey looks at your roof in detail without scaffolding or a ladder — what we check, what it costs, and when it's genuinely the right tool.
Most roof inspections are done from a ladder or from the ground, and both have limits. A drone gives you a close look at the whole roof — every slope, every valley and every chimney — which is useful for things a ground view can't show.
What It Shows
- The full covering — slipped, cracked or missing tiles you can't see from below
- Ridge, hip and verge condition along the whole line
- Flashing around chimneys and dormers, close up
- Valley channels and what's collecting in them
- Gutters and outlets — what's blocked and how badly
When It's The Right Tool
It's particularly useful for tall or complex roofs, for awkward pitches, and for anything where you want a clear record — buying a house, an insurance claim, or a dispute over whether work was done properly. It's also valuable when the owner doesn't want to pay for scaffolding just to find out whether scaffolding is needed.
What It Can't Do
A drone can't check the loft, can't test whether a tile is loose versus just sitting crooked, and can't see the battens or felt underneath. It's a survey tool, not a replacement for getting on the roof or looking inside the loft when a repair is needed.
What You Get
Photographs of every issue found, described in plain language, with what's urgent separated from what can wait — and a fixed price for anything you'd like us to put right. No obligation at all.
We include a free drone roof survey with our free quotes across Medway and Kent — it's the clearest look you can get at a roof without scaffolding.
Want This Looked At Properly?
Free survey, photographs, and a fixed written price. No obligation and no sales pressure.
Costs and timings in this article are guides for Medway and Kent properties. Every roof is different — a survey is the only way to get an accurate figure.