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Ashwood’s leafy streets can load gutters and valleys with debris, and many 2 storey homes have hard-to-reach tiled and metal roof sections—drone checks spot cracked tiles, lifted flashings and blocked drainage without ladders.
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We capture close imagery to identify cracked, displaced or chipped tiles, loose ridge capping, and lifting or damaged metal sheets. On a 2 storey roof, these defects are often missed from ground level but can open pathways for water entry and wind damage.
Valleys and ridge junctions are common leak zones. The drone lets us inspect for rusting valley metal, lifted mortar, gaps at ridge caps, and debris build-up that can dam water and push it under roof coverings during heavy rain.
We focus on flashings around chimneys, skylights, vents and any roof-mounted services. These details fail through cracking, lifting or poor sealing; drone images provide clear evidence so you can direct a roofer to the exact location and likely cause.
Where visible, we check for sagging gutters, overflow staining, and leaf accumulation at downpipe dropper points. In Ashwood’s leafier pockets, this is a frequent contributor to water backing up under the first course of tiles and into eaves.
We visually assess panel alignment, obvious damage, and the surrounding roof surface for disturbed tiles or lifted edges near brackets and cable runs. This helps identify roof wear that can develop around solar installations on two-storey homes.
Your report includes annotated images that pinpoint each issue on the roof plane. This makes it easier to quote repairs accurately, compare options between trades, and avoid paying for unnecessary work on sections that are performing well.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. In Ashwood, leaf litter can collect in valleys and gutters and cause overflow that looks like a roof leak. A drone assessment can spot debris build-up, overflow staining and likely blockage points at downpipe droppers on a 2 storey home. While it can’t confirm internal pipe blockages, it gives strong visual clues and shows where a clean-out or repair is most urgent.
A drone can capture detailed images of roof surfaces, ridge capping, valleys, flashings, penetrations, and visible gutter runs—especially the areas that are hard to view from the ground. We fly to angles that show junctions and water-shedding lines. Some sections may still be obscured by dense trees or roof geometry, and we’ll note any limitations clearly in your report.
Drone flights depend on safe conditions. Strong winds, heavy rain and poor visibility can affect image quality and flight safety, particularly around two-storey homes and trees. If conditions aren’t suitable, we’ll discuss options such as rescheduling or completing what’s feasible and returning for remaining images. The goal is accurate, stable footage rather than rushed results.
In many cases, yes. High-resolution images often show cracked corners, displaced tiles, and disturbed ridge capping on older tiled roofs. Terracotta and concrete tiles can also show signs of weathering and uneven lines that indicate movement. If we see patterns that suggest widespread issues (or fragile sections), we’ll recommend targeted hands-on confirmation by a qualified roofer.
You’ll receive photo evidence and written notes identifying observed defects, their likely impact, and suggested next actions. For maintenance, it helps you prioritise cleaning, repairs and monitoring points. For pre-purchase, it provides documented roof condition at the time of inspection. If we identify areas that need closer inspection from inside the roof space or by a trade, we’ll flag that clearly.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides clear, close-up roof imagery and practical defect notes for Ashwood homes—ideal for identifying leak risks around valleys, flashings and gutters before you commit to repairs or purchase. Call 0485 857 077.