Worried your roof might be damaged but don’t fancy getting up a ladder? You’re not alone. Spotting the signs of roof wear and tear early can save you thousands in costly repairs, but climbing up to inspect it yourself is often risky, and not always legal without proper safety measures and access equipment such as scaffolding which can cost hundreds if not thousands of pounds, before you can even get up there to see the damage!
Here are some safe and easy ways to check if your roof might need attention:
1. Look for Signs Inside Your Home
Start in your loft or upper rooms. Look out for:
- Damp patches or water stains
- Mould or mildew
- Light coming through roof boards
These may indicate leaks or gaps in your roofing
2. Check From Ground Level
Stand outside and examine your roof using binoculars (or your phone camera zoom):
- Are any tiles missing or slipped?
- Do the ridge tiles look uneven or cracked?
- Are the gutters overflowing or detached?
3. Watch for Signs After Bad Weather
Heavy rain or storms can cause:
- Loose or missing shingles
- Dislodged flashing
- Debris build-up in gutters
These problems might not be obvious right away, but they can worsen quickly.
4. Look for Plant Growth
Moss or algae on your roof might look harmless, but they hold moisture and can damage the structure over time.
5. Use a Drone Roof Inspection (Safe & Professional)
Instead of guessing or risking injury, a drone roof inspection offers:
- Crystal-clear images and video
- Damage assessments from multiple angles
- No ladders, no scaffolding, no hassle
- Save thousands in scaffolding, access equipment or cherry pickers
- See the damage for yourself without relying on what you’re being told buy the person/company quoting you
- Flexibility to send the information to multiple people/builders and generate quotes quickly, efficiently and without fuss
At Airbourne Intel, we provide fast, affordable roof surveys across Kent and surrounding areas, using industry-certified pilots and equipment.
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