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Drone roof survey in Ashurst Wood, West Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Ashurst Wood and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings that have come away
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Drone roof survey in Ashurst Wood: what you get
Every flight starts with an airspace check. Flight restriction zones around airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick and London City need permission from the airport or air traffic control. Parts of central London have restricted areas too, where NATS permission is needed. If permission is not given, we inspect by other means and explain why. Prisons have their own drone restriction zones too. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and people most often book us about ridge and hip pieces working loose and chimney tops in poor condition.
Villages like Ashurst Wood often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Ashurst Wood (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Ashurst Wood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Nearby places to Ashurst Wood
What else we do in Ashurst Wood
Flying and imaging in Ashurst Wood
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. Historic houses such as Hammerwood Park, about 1.9 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Ashurst Wood goes. If you own one of the older houses, 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ashurst Wood Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you live in an older home near St Dunstan, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Ashurst Wood is about 2 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Surveys in Ashurst Wood work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Drone roof surveys in RH19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Woods Hill Lane, Wray Close and Woods Hill Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Ashurst Wood include East Grinstead (2 miles north-west), Hammerwood (2 miles north-east), Saint Hill Green (2 miles west), Dormans Park (3 miles north-west) and Dormansland (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (9 miles west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-west), Broadfield (10 miles west) and Bewbush (11 miles west).
What’s near Ashurst Wood
In Ashurst Wood, that means homes and buildings near The Maypole Inn, Sackville School and Stoke Brunswick School, among other places. The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, about 2.1 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include East Grinstead Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.5 miles east). Open spaces near Ashurst Wood include Hedgecourt Lake.
What a drone roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Ashurst Wood
Are there drone restrictions around Ashurst Wood?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Ashurst Wood within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
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.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Why get it checked now?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. For older village homes like those around Ashurst Wood, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Ashurst Wood, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Let us know the exact address when booking
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Move stored items away from the hatch
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photographs and findings. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, especially in autumn. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.