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Drone roof survey in Broad Street, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out drone roof surveys in Broad Street, with photos and a clear written report.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Drone roof survey in Broad Street
Drones need reasonable weather. We do not fly in high wind or heavy rain, because the drone has to stay safely under control. 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. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We are often asked to look into plant growth and moss on the roof and blocked valleys and parapet gutters, across tall and steep roofs, chimney stacks and fragile roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Broad Street may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Broad Street (TN36)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Check the loft can be reached
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Take photos of any changes.
Questions from Broad Street
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broad Street?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Broad Street?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. 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.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
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 booking.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you work in Broad Street?
Yes. We cover Broad Street and the rest of East Sussex. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Large commercial roofs
Many commercial roofs have fragile sheets or roof lights. A drone keeps everyone off them.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. Photos show how the covering is wearing.
How we price drone roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Broad Street, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- 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.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Also near Broad Street
Also in Broad Street
Drone roof surveys around Broad Street
Broad Street is within about 3 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Anyone responsible for a site like Icklesham Church of England Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Lamb House lies about 4.1 miles north-east, so building around Broad Street goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Nicholas: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Broad Street is about 5 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Broad Street is one of many places we visit across East Sussex. Broad Street is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN36 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Broad Street, we cover Icklesham (1 mile east), Udimore (1 mile north), Cock Marling (2 miles north-east), Three Oaks (2 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (5 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south-west), Belmont (5 miles south-west) and Hollington (5 miles south-west).
What’s near Broad Street
For rail, the closest station is Doleham station, roughly 1.8 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Camber Castle (3.7 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Flatropers Wood.