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Drone roof survey in Ashurst, West Sussex
Drone roof surveys in Ashurst from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
How a drone roof survey works in Ashurst
We carry out drone roof surveys in Ashurst and across London and South East England, subject to airspace checks and the weather. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. You get a written report with close-up photos and recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey fragile roofs, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are chimney tops in poor condition and slates or tiles shifted by high winds.
In a village or hamlet like Ashurst, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Ashurst (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Ashurst can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Ashurst
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St James, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like Ashurst CofE Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Ashurst is about 7 miles north of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We cover Ashurst and the rest of West Sussex. Ashurst is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN44 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Lane and School Lane. We also cover Partridge Green (2 miles north-east), Dial Post (2 miles north-west), Wiston (2 miles south-west), Littleworth (3 miles north) and Ashington (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north), Worthing (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (11 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles east) and Littlehampton (12 miles south-west).
Around Ashurst
We work in homes and buildings around Fountain Inn and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Steyning Museum (3.1 miles south). Not far away are Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Let us know what you want to see
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Tell us the exact address as you book
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. They’ll see exactly where each defect is.
Every so frequently, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Photograph anything new.
What happens if roof problems are left?
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ashurst can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Ashurst
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See our cost guide or our case studies.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Ashurst questions
Is drone flying allowed in Ashurst?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How do I find out if my home in Ashurst is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 Ashurst in your area?
Yes. We cover Ashurst and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
How do I book a survey in Ashurst?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey seven days a week.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up, as far as the flight allows.
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area, so nothing is skipped.