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Burwood’s mix of older tiled roofs and newer double-storey builds can hide cracked ridge capping, valley blockages and hard-to-see flashing faults—drone imaging checks these areas without ladders over driveways or tight side access.
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We scan roof surfaces for cracked or slipped tiles, lifted edges, missing pointing and ridge line gaps that can admit wind-driven rain. On 2 storey roofs, these defects are often missed from ground level but are clear in close drone imagery.
Valleys and internal gutters are common leak points, especially where leaves accumulate and water backs up under tiles or into laps. Drone footage helps identify ponding marks, debris build-up and corrosion patterns so you can address drainage before it causes interior damage.
We inspect apron, step and counter flashings (where visible), plus seals around vent pipes and roof penetrations. These junctions commonly fail due to age, movement and UV exposure, and on double-storey homes they’re difficult to inspect safely without a drone.
We examine gutters for sagging, separation at joins, overflow staining and debris loads, and look at fascia edges for signs of persistent moisture. This matters in Burwood where sudden downpours can quickly expose poor fall, blocked outlets or undersized drainage.
We focus on perimeter edges, barge lines and hips where wind uplift is strongest and where bedding/pointing can degrade. Early identification helps prevent progressive loosening that can lead to tile displacement and water entry.
Your report links key images to specific roof locations and explains likely causes and consequences. We separate urgent water-ingress risks from maintenance items, helping you brief a roofer accurately and avoid paying for unnecessary work.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Many Burwood 2 storey homes have limited ladder access due to garages, narrow side paths and mature trees. A drone assessment allows close visual checks of ridges, valleys, flashings and gutter lines without climbing on the roof. It’s a fast way to identify common leak points and maintenance issues before they turn into internal damage.
A drone roof assessment can identify visible defects such as cracked or missing tiles, displaced sheets, deteriorated ridge capping, open joints, debris-packed valleys, rusted or lifted flashing, blocked gutters, and obvious storm damage. It’s a visual assessment, so we may recommend a roofer’s close-up inspection where a defect is suspected but not fully confirmable from imagery alone.
Often, yes. We plan flight paths to maintain safe separation from trees and overhead services and select suitable take-off and landing points on the property. If conditions make flying unsafe or non-compliant (for example strong winds, rain, or restricted airspace constraints), we’ll discuss alternatives or rescheduling. Safety and compliance always come first.
They can. Older tiled roofs in Burwood may show ageing ridge bedding/pointing, hairline cracks, and gradual tile movement, while newer builds can still suffer from flashing installation issues around penetrations and complex roof junctions. The drone assessment is useful for both because it focuses on the most failure-prone areas—ridges, valleys, edges, and junctions—where water entry typically starts.
Ensure we can access the yard and have clear space for safe take-off and landing. If you can, move vehicles away from the immediate flight area and secure pets. Let us know about any recent roof repairs, ongoing leaks, or areas of concern (for example a stain in an upstairs ceiling) so we can prioritise those roof sections during the flight and reporting.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections uses close drone imaging to pinpoint Burwood roof defects—ridges, valleys, flashings and gutters—so you can organise the right repairs with confidence. Call 0485 857 077.