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Drone roof survey in Broadwater, West Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Broadwater, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
Why it’s worth a survey now in Broadwater
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. In an older home around Broadwater, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
About our drone roof survey in Broadwater
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. We keep the camera on the roof we are surveying, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it is worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. Typical surveys look at worn lead at chimneys and walls and slipped or missing slates on a high roof, across tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs.
Around Broadwater, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Broadwater (BN14, BN11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Broadwater
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
FAQs for Broadwater
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadwater?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Broadwater?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Do you work in Broadwater?
Yes. Broadwater is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Do you look in the roof space?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a valley in the middle. It is almost impossible to see from the ground, but it is plain to see from the air.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a smaller place like Broadwater, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How we price drone roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Broadwater?
The top of a stack is the most exposed part of many roofs. From the ground, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Anyone responsible for a site like Broadwater CofE Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book anyone
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Will the report include photos?
Drones, thermal imaging and Broadwater roofs
Broadwater lies within about 2 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 can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Broadwater. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
If you live in an older home near St. Mary's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For hotels and guest houses around Broadwater, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Broadwater is about 1 mile east of Worthing, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Broadwater, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Broadwater. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in BN14 and BN11 is covered for drone roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Forest Road, Turner Road and Langton Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Broadwater include Offington (1 mile north-west), Worthing (1 mile west), Salvington (1 mile north-west), East Worthing (1 mile south-east) and Sompting (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (14 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Rustington (6 miles west) and Storrington (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Broadwater
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thomas A Becket First School, Bohunt School Worthing and Beach House Park, among other places. Broadwater’s nearest station is Worthing station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.9 miles west) and Old Castle (0.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.