Tiles & slates
Slipped, cracked and missing tiles or slates, and where water could get in.
Free with every roofing enquiry · Peterborough
Drone roof survey in Peterborough
See exactly what's wrong with your roof before you spend a penny. Our drone photographs every slope, ridge, chimney, gutter and flat roof in minutes, you see the close-ups on the spot, and you get a fixed, written price.
We call you back within 15 minutes during opening hours. Prefer to chat? WhatsApp a photo of your roof or call free 0800 193 9030.
- 5.0 · 50+ reviews
- 15-min call-back
- £5m insured
- Card, cash or BACS
What the survey shows
Every part of your roof, without scaffolding
A drone gets close to the parts of a roof you can't see from the ground, safely and without anyone walking on your tiles.
Ridge & hips
Loose ridge and hip tiles and failing mortar, the parts most often lost in storms.
Chimneys & lead
Lifted or split lead flashings, cracked flaunching and chimney pots.
Gutters & valleys
Blocked gutters, valleys and outlets that push water back under the tiles.
Flat roofs
Standing water, blisters, cracks and lifted seams on extension, garage and dormer roofs.
Storm damage evidence
Dated close-ups of new damage and of the rest of the roof, ready for your insurer.
Flat roof survey
Flat roof surveys in Peterborough
Flat roofs fail slowly and quietly, then leak all at once. A drone survey shows the whole surface, including ponding water and failing seams, so we can tell you honestly whether a repair will last or whether an EPDM rubber roof is better value.
Book a free flat roof survey- Standing water a day after rain
- Blisters, bubbles or cracks in felt
- Seams or edges lifting
- Damp patches on the ceiling below
- Moss or plants growing on the roof
- An old felt roof that keeps needing patches
Why a drone
Drone survey vs a ladder or scaffold check
A drone is the quickest and safest way to see the whole roof. If the survey finds something that needs a closer look, we plan safe access for the repair.
| Drone survey | Ladder or scaffold check | |
|---|---|---|
| Time on site | Usually under 30 minutes | 1 hour to a day |
| Whole roof seen | Yes, every slope | Often only the parts within reach |
| Someone walking on tiles | No | Sometimes |
| You see the photos | Yes, on the spot | Not always |
| Cost with us | Free with every roofing enquiry | Priced if scaffolding is needed |
How it works
From call to fixed price
Call-back in 15 minutes
During opening hours we call you back and book a time that suits you.
Drone survey on site
Usually under 30 minutes. You don't need to go in the loft or up a ladder.
See the close-ups
We show you the photos on the spot and explain what we found, repair first where it makes sense.
Fixed, written price
No extras added later, with a 10-year written workmanship guarantee on our work.
Standards & sources
Rules we follow
Show the 2 sources we used
- CAAThe Drone and Model Aircraft Code – Civil Aviation Authority
The UK rules for flying drones safely, including keeping the drone in sight and respecting people's privacy.
- HSERoof work – Health and Safety Executive
Working at height on roofs needs planned, safe access. A drone survey avoids unnecessary work at height.
FAQs
Drone roof surveys: your questions answered
Can't see your question? Call 0800 193 9030 or send us a message.
Is the drone roof survey really free?
Yes. Every roofing enquiry gets a free drone roof survey with no obligation. You see the close-up photos on the spot and get a fixed, written price for any work. If you want a separate detailed written report, for example for a house purchase, we tell you the cost before we start.
What can a drone roof survey show?
Slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates, loose ridge and hip tiles, lifted lead flashings, chimney condition, blocked gutters and valleys, and splits, blisters or ponding on flat roofs. It shows the whole roof in minutes without anyone walking on it.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
Usually under 30 minutes on site for a typical house. We show you the photos straight away and talk you through what we found.
Can you do a flat roof survey with a drone?
Yes. A drone is ideal for flat roofs on extensions, garages and dormers. It shows standing water, blisters, cracks and lifted seams, so we can tell you whether a repair will last or whether an EPDM replacement is better value.
Can I use the drone photos for an insurance claim?
Yes. Dated close-up photos of the damage and of the rest of the roof help your insurer see that the damage is new rather than wear and tear. We can also give an itemised repair price for your claim.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Drones can't fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. If the weather is poor on the day, we rebook at the first dry slot or, if the roof is leaking, make it safe first.
Do you follow the drone rules?
Yes. We fly in line with the Civil Aviation Authority's Drone and Model Aircraft Code, keep the drone in sight, and only photograph your property.
Areas we cover
Drone roof surveys in Peterborough and up to 40 miles around
Based in Peterborough (PE1), we work across Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire, Rutland and Northamptonshire, Monday to Saturday.
Postcodes and towns we cover
Peterborough
Our home patch, where we can usually attend fastest.
- PE1City Centre, Dogsthorpe, Eastfield, Fengate, Newark, Parnwell
- PE2Fletton, The Ortons, Stanground, Woodston, Alwalton
- PE3Bretton, Longthorpe, Netherton, Ravensthorpe, Westwood
- PE4Werrington, Gunthorpe, Paston, Walton
Villages and market towns around Peterborough
Regular work across the surrounding villages and towns.
- PE5Castor, Ailsworth, Sutton
- PE6Market Deeping, The Deepings, Eye, Glinton, Crowland, Baston
- PE8Oundle, Wansford, Kings Cliffe, Nassington, Fotheringhay
- PE10Bourne, Thurlby, Morton, Grimsthorpe
- PE15March, Doddington, Wimblington
- PE16Chatteris
Towns across the region
Up to 40 miles from Peterborough.
- PE9Stamford, Barnack, Ryhall, Ketton
- PE11 & PE12Spalding, Pinchbeck, Holbeach, Long Sutton, Deeping St Nicholas
- PE13 & PE14Wisbech, Guyhirn, Murrow, Upwell, Outwell
- PE29Huntingdon, Godmanchester
- NN17Corby, Weldon, Deenethorpe
5.0 from 50+ five-star reviews on Google, TrustATrader and Facebook
- ★★★★★
“Alex and his team fixed our roof quickly after a leak. Good communication, fair price, and the work was done properly. Happy to recommend Upsize Property Renovation Ltd for roofing in Peterborough.”
Google review - ★★★★★
“Excellent service! Upsize Property Renovation responded very quickly to an emergency roofing issue and completed the repairs efficiently and professionally. Very reliable, helpful and quick to act. Highly recommend!”
Google review - ★★★★★
“Upsize fixed our flat roof in Oundle, Peterborough in just one day. I do recommend them for any roof work. They offer me an price on the spot after a short phone call.”
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Talk to the people who do the work
Deal directly with our directors, Alex and Lari. We call back within 15 minutes during opening hours.
Find us
4 Blenheim Court, Suite 595, Peterborough, PE1 2DUMon–Fri 7:30–19:00 · Sat 8:00–16:00
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