Drone roof inspections
Photographs of tiles and slates, ridges, chimney stacks and flashing, gutters, fascias and soffits, flat roofs and general storm wear.
Local coverage / Newcastle upon Tyne
Independent drone roof surveys in Newcastle
See your roof clearly before you agree to repairs. We photograph slopes, chimneys, ridges and gutters from the air and give you a plain account of what's visible. We don't sell roof repairs, so you get an independent view.
01 Why a visual assessment
See the roof details you can't check from the ground
A street-level view may not show the rear roof slopes, valleys between roofs, chimney flashing or guttering. Drone photographs can help show visible details in areas that are difficult to inspect from the ground.
A drone inspection gives you close, clear photographs of those areas without anyone going up a ladder just to look. You can then decide, with evidence, whether to call a roofer, get another quote, or simply keep an eye on it.
It's especially useful when you have:
- a roofing quotation you'd like to check before agreeing to it
- a damp patch or drip indoors and want to see what's above it
- had high winds and want to know whether anything has moved
- a property you're buying, selling or letting and want a record of the roof's visible condition
03 Neighbourhood coverage
Across the city, from Jesmond to Newburn
We cover the Newcastle districts below. These enquiry tips help you explain what needs checking; they are not claims about the condition or construction of any particular property.
Jesmond, Heaton and Gosforth
For an enquiry in these districts, include your postcode and identify the roof slopes, chimney or guttering you would like photographed. Mention any parts that cannot be seen from the ground.
Fenham, Benwell, Elswick and Byker
If your roof adjoins another property or access is shared, explain which parts belong to your property and who can arrange access. This helps us understand the inspection you need.
Kenton, Westerhope, Walker and Walkergate
If you want a second opinion on proposed roofing work, describe the repair being suggested and the visible concern. We can discuss an independent visual assessment without selling you roof repairs.
Newburn, Lemington and Denton Burn
Tell us whether the enquiry includes an extension, garage, outbuilding or commercial roof as well as the main building. Send any existing photos through the optional attachment field on our enquiry form.
All Newcastle districts we cover
- Jesmond
- Heaton
- Gosforth
- Fenham
- Byker
- Benwell
- Walker
- Kenton
- Westerhope
- Newburn
- Lemington
- Denton Burn
- Elswick
- Walkergate
Just over the river or further out? See Gateshead, North Tyneside, Northumberland or the full coverage directory.
04 Your enquiry
What to include when you get in touch
A few details up front help us plan the right visit and give you an accurate quote.
Go to the enquiry form- Address or postcode so we can check access, nearby obstructions and whether flying is suitable there.
- Type of property: terrace, semi, detached, Tyneside flat, bungalow, commercial unit.
- What's worrying you: a leak, storm damage, a quote to check, a purchase, or general condition.
- Which areas matter: main roof, chimney, flat roof, dormer, extension, gutters, outbuildings.
- Any quote you've received, so we can focus the images on the items it lists.
- Shared roofs and neighbours: say if the roof is shared or attached and whether the neighbours know.
- Your own photos of any damp patches or visible damage. The form lets you attach them.
05 Scope and limits
What a visual inspection can and can't tell you
It can
- show visible defects on slopes, ridges, chimneys, flashing and gutters
- give you photographic evidence to compare against a quote
- highlight areas that may need closer investigation
- record the visible condition of a roof at a point in time
It can't
- see under tiles, inside the loft or within walls
- assess structural soundness or timbers
- confirm hidden causes of leaks or damp
- replace a structural or RICS building survey
Flights depend on weather, local airspace and site conditions, and we confirm these before any visit. We don't carry out repairs, so any work identified is yours to arrange with a contractor of your choice.
06 Newcastle questions
Questions Newcastle homeowners ask
Can you check a roof in Newcastle without scaffolding?
In many cases, yes. The drone photographs the roof slopes, ridge, chimney and gutters from the air, so nobody needs to climb up just to look. Whether a flight is possible on a particular street depends on the site, nearby obstructions and the weather on the day, which we check when arranging the visit.
I've had a roofing quote. Can you tell me if the work is needed?
We can show you what is visible and point out where the photographs support, or do not obviously support, the work described. Because we don't sell or carry out repairs, there is nothing for us to gain either way. We can't confirm hidden defects, so some items may still need investigation by a roofer from close up.
Do you cover my part of Newcastle?
We cover Newcastle upon Tyne, including Jesmond, Heaton, Gosforth, Fenham, Byker, Benwell, Walker, Kenton, Westerhope, Newburn, Lemington, Denton Burn, Elswick and Walkergate. If you're in another part of the city, send your postcode and we'll confirm.
Will you find the cause of a leak?
A visual inspection can show likely external entry points, such as slipped slates, cracked flashing or blocked gutters, near where water is appearing inside. It can't prove where water travels within the roof structure, so we describe what we see rather than guarantee the cause.
I live in an upstairs Tyneside flat. Can I still book?
Yes. It helps to tell us whether you share the roof with a downstairs flat or neighbours, and whether they know about the inspection. Images of a shared roof will naturally show both halves.
Is this a structural or building survey?
No. It is an independent visual assessment of the external roof and high-level areas. It doesn't replace a structural engineer, a RICS building survey or an internal inspection where one is needed.
Next step
See what's actually on your roof
Send a few details through the enquiry form on our home page and we'll get back to you to talk it through. No sales pitch, and no repair work to sell you.