West Sussex · London and the South East
Adur Drone Roof Survey
Need a drone roof survey in Adur? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Standing water on a flat roof
Why act early in Adur
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Adur, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See our cost guide and our case studies.
About our drone roof survey in Adur
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address ahead of the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. We survey chimney stacks, fragile roofs and tall and steep roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are worn lead at chimneys and walls and cracked mortar along the ridge.
In a small place like Adur, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Adur (BN43, BN15)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Adur
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Drone roof surveys in Adur: local notes
Adur lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Brighton City (Shoreham) Airport is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight.
Portslade Manor lies about 3.2 miles east, so building around Adur goes back a long way. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. The streets around a church like St Nicolas' Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Adur is about 1 mile north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We carry out drone roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Adur and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We cover every part of the BN43 and BN15 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Steyning Road, Coombes Road and Mill Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Adur, we cover Old Shoreham (1 mile south), Shoreham-by-Sea (1 mile south-east), Castle Town (2 miles north), Kingston by Sea (2 miles east) and Southwick (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (11 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Adur
We work in homes and buildings around Sussex Pad pub. Adur’s nearest station is Shoreham-By-Sea station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Steyning Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Old Castle (4.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Adur includes Lancing Ring and Mill Hill.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Adur frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
What we can’t see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
What we’re asked to look at in Adur
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. The drone covers the surface area by area, showing patterns of wear that are hard to spot up close. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
Common reasons to book include:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
If you look after a building such as The Sir Robert Woodard Academy, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- When you’ll get the report
- What experience they bring
- Whether the price includes VAT
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Check the loft can be reached
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Take photos of any changes.
Adur questions
Are there drone restrictions around Adur?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Brighton City (Shoreham) Airport is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is Adur within the area you cover?
Yes. Adur is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.