About the service in Northampton
Fast, no-scaffolding roof inspections across Northampton
Altiscan is based in Northampton, so most jobs across the town and surrounding villages can be quoted the same day and flown within a few days. We inspect roofs, gutters, chimneys, flashings, dormers and solar panels using high-resolution drones — giving you clear evidence of the condition of your property without the cost or disruption of scaffolding.
Northampton has a wide mix of housing — Victorian and Edwardian terraces around Abington and Kingsthorpe, semi-detached and detached homes in Duston, Weston Favell and Hunsbury, and newer developments around Upton and Moulton. All are within our regular flight patch.
For business owners on Brackmills Industrial Estate, Moulton Park or Swan Valley we also carry out commercial roof and warehouse inspections — see the commercial page for details.
What we inspect
Roof inspection services in Northampton
Everything a homeowner, landlord or buyer typically needs to know about a roof — captured from the air.
Roof condition report
Full aerial photo record of tiles, ridge, valleys, flashings and visible defects.
Roof leak inspection
Locate the likely source of water ingress from above — slipped tiles, damaged flashing, cracked mortar.
Chimney inspection
Close-up of stack, pot, flaunching and lead flashing without scaffolding.
Gutter inspection
Blockages, moss build-up, sagging brackets, downpipe joins and overflow evidence.
Storm & wind damage
Fast turnaround aerial evidence after a storm — often same-week.
Pre-purchase roof survey
Independent visual check before you exchange contracts on a new home.
Solar panel check
Panel condition, soiling, bird debris, cable and mounting checks from above.
Insurance roof inspection
Date-stamped, labelled photos to support a home insurance claim.
Why a drone inspection
Faster, safer and more detailed than climbing the roof
Fast
Most inspections are booked within a few days, flown in 20–40 minutes and reported within 24–48 hours.
No scaffolding
No £400–£800+ scaffolding hire and no need to disturb the property to check the roof.
High-detail evidence
100 MP imagery and close-ups (where safe/legal) that a ground-level survey simply can't produce.
Local coverage
Serving Northampton and nearby areas
Fastest availability is across Northampton itself and the immediate ring of villages. We're on-site quickly for urgent storm-damage or leak inspections and can often turn work around within a working week.
Altiscan is a service-area business based in Northampton — we come to you and do not operate a shop or public office. Reports are usually delivered digitally within 24–48 hours of the flight, weather and flight conditions permitting.
Areas we cover around Northampton
- Central Northampton
- Duston
- Kingsthorpe
- Abington
- Weston Favell
- Upton
- Moulton
- Hardingstone
- Hunsbury
- Sixfields
- Boothville
- Ecton Brook
- Rectory Farm
- Great Houghton
- Wootton
Common problems
What we typically find on Northampton roofs
- Slipped or missing roof tiles after high winds
- Cracked ridge tiles and loose mortar
- Damaged lead flashing around chimneys
- Blocked gutters, moss build-up and overflow staining
- Chimney pot and stack condition on older Victorian terraces
- Flat roof ponding on rear extensions and garages
- Solar panel soiling, bird debris and cable issues
- Suspected roof leaks and internal damp patches
What you receive
Clear evidence you can act on
Every inspection is delivered as a shareable digital pack you can send straight to your roofer, surveyor, landlord, insurer or facilities team.
This is a visual drone roof/building inspection documenting visible external defects and hard-to-access areas. It is not a replacement for a full structural or RICS building survey.
Pricing
Transparent residential pricing
Clear prices for homeowners, landlords and buyers. No hidden fees.
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FAQ
Roof inspections in Northampton — questions
How much does a roof inspection in Northampton cost?
A basic drone roof inspection starts at £149. A full roof, gutters and chimney inspection with a labelled PDF report is £199. Larger homes and pre-purchase surveys start at £299.
How quickly can you inspect my roof in Northampton?
Because we're Northampton-based, most local jobs are booked within a few days. The flight itself takes 20–40 minutes and your report is delivered digitally within 24–48 hours.
Do you need scaffolding or roof access?
No. Everything is captured from the air using CAA-registered drones. We do not need to climb the roof or set up scaffolding to inspect it.
Can I use the report for an insurance claim?
Yes — our labelled aerial photos, video and PDF report are ideal supporting evidence for a home insurance claim, though we can't guarantee any specific insurer decision.
Do you inspect solar panels?
Yes. We check panel condition, soiling, bird debris, mounting and cabling from the air. Optional thermal imaging is available for spotting hotspots.
What areas around Northampton do you cover?
We cover all Northampton postcodes plus surrounding villages including Moulton, Wootton, Hardingstone, Great Houghton, Duston, Kingsthorpe and beyond.
Also serving
Roof inspections across Central England
Altiscan covers Northamptonshire and the wider region. Explore other local pages and guides.