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Barnham Drone Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Barnham and across West Sussex.
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Flashings that have come away
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Barnham
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, along with structural analysis, a same-day report and an in-person consultation. There’s a 12-month follow-up as well. We’ll tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photographs. If you’ve noticed storm damage on steep or tall roofs and debris building up in hidden gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs on upper floors, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters alike.
Somewhere as small as Barnham, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Barnham (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photographs are included where we could fly, alongside the other checks in the package.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
Towns and villages near Barnham
What else we do in Barnham
How the survey works
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. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Barnham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Large commercial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically, so nothing is skipped.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is usually out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, so cracks and gaps are clear.
Drones, thermal imaging and Barnham roofs
Barnham lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Barnham is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Barnham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in PO22 is covered for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Garden Crescent, Dollery Road and Goodacres or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include West Barnham (1 mile north-west), Walberton (1 mile north-east), Yapton (1 mile south-east), Eastergate (1 mile north-west) and Lidsey (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Barnham
In Barnham, that means homes and buildings near The Murrell Arms and St Philip Howard Catholic High School, among other places. There is a railway station in Barnham itself: Barnham station. Nearby you’ll also find Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles south-west) and Tote Copse Castle (2.5 miles west). The countryside around Barnham includes WWT Arundel.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot 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.
Common roof problems in Barnham
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Barnham Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before booking anyone
- When you will get the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Barnham: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barnham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are there drone restrictions around Barnham?
It depends on the exact address and the weather 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 book a survey in Barnham?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
What does the report include?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Finding them now means less to put right. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Barnham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition