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Drone roof survey in Adversane, West Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Adversane, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Adversane can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking before the day
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Drone roof survey in Adversane: what you get
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. We will tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. We survey chimney stacks, fragile roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and people most often book us about outlets choked with leaves and silt and moss and weeds taking hold up top.
Some older homes in villages like Adversane are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Adversane (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Adversane
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically, showing patterns of wear that are hard to spot up close. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
If you look after a building such as The Weald School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- When you will get the report
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What exactly goes into their report
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Common questions in Adversane
Will you come out to Adversane?
Yes, Adversane is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Adversane?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What affects the price in Adversane
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photos are included where we could fly, alongside the other checks in the package.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, particularly in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Why act early in Adversane
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It helps when you plan ahead. In a place like Adversane, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Adversane
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Wind lifts loose ridge and hip tiles. Spotting them early stops them falling.
Chimney stacks
The drone shows the outside of the stack, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. We’ll say if a specialist is needed.
Airspace, weather and Adversane roofs
The wider area around Adversane has a long history of building, with Old Place Manor about 3.2 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
Adversane is about 8 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Adversane gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
We cover every part of RH14 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like Stane Street, Adversane Lane and Lordings Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in North Heath (1 mile south), Gay Street (2 miles south), Codmore Hill (2 miles south-west), Broomershill (2 miles south) and Nutbourne (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (8 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (13 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Adversane
The closest station to Adversane is Billingshurst station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. Green spaces nearby include The Mens.