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Drone roof survey in Ansty, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Ansty. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ansty
Letting agents and landlords in Ansty book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Drone roof survey in Ansty
Drones need reasonable weather. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. Common reasons to book are debris building up in hidden gutters and wind damage high on the roof, across large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and tall and steep roofs.
Somewhere as small as Ansty, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Ansty (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Ansty: your questions answered
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Ansty?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ansty?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you cover Ansty for drone roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in Ansty and the rest of West Sussex. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof by roof
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. A drone avoids that.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Ansty often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Also in Ansty
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
When to book a survey in Ansty
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. The drone covers the surface area by area. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Warden Park School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Airspace, weather and Ansty roofs
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. About 1.2 miles north-east lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Ansty has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For an older house near a landmark such as St John the Evangelist, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Ansty is about 3 miles west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Ansty, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across West Sussex, we cover Ansty. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We survey roofs across RH17 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like Upton Drive, Bolney Road and Deaks Paddock, all of which we cover. Other places close to Ansty include Abbotsford (2 miles south-east), Goddards Green (2 miles south), Hickstead (2 miles south-west), Jacob's Post (3 miles south-east) and World's End (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (8 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Ansty
The closest station to Ansty is Haywards Heath station, roughly 2.6 miles east of the centre. A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
How we price drone roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.