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Argos Hill Drone Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Argos Hill from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
Drone roof survey in Argos Hill
Before any flight, we check the airspace. Near protected airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, flight restriction zones mean permission is needed first. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If permission is not given, we inspect by other means and explain why. Prisons have their own drone restriction zones too. Common reasons to book are plant growth and moss on the roof and storm damage on steep or tall roofs, on flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
In a small place like Argos Hill, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Argos Hill (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Argos Hill
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Argos Hill, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- 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.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Argos Hill
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Argos Hill
About 4.4 miles north-east lies Wadhurst Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Argos Hill has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
If you look after a building such as Rotherfield Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Denys, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Argos Hill is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Argos Hill, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
All of TN6 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover High Cross (1 mile west), Town Row (1 mile north), Rotherfield (1 mile north-west), Woolbridge (1 mile south) and Mayfield (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and South Malling (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Argos Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Jameah Islameah School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Crowborough station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west). Open spaces near Argos Hill include Crowborough Country Park.
FAQs for Argos Hill
Is my home in Argos Hill listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Argos Hill within the area you cover?
Yes, Argos Hill is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. It photographs the outside, not the inside. The loft space is checked separately, where there is safe access, as damp and daylight often show there first.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
Some areas need permission from NATS before any flight. If permission is not possible, we inspect by other means.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
What affects the price in Argos Hill
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Ridges and hips
Wind lifts loose ridge and hip tiles. Spotting them early stops them falling.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.