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Drone roof survey in Cocking, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Drone roof surveys in Cocking.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
Drone roof surveys in Cocking: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Take an older house close to St Catherine of Siena Church: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Historic houses like Cowdray House, about 2.6 miles north, show how far back building around Cocking goes. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Cocking is about 8 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Cocking, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Cocking is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We cover every part of GU29 for drone roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Bell Lane, The Croft and Cherry Close, and we cover them all. Other places close to Cocking include Bepton (1 mile north-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile north-east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile north), Heyshott (1 mile east) and Bepton Common (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (8 miles south), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (11 miles south-west) and Rustington (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Cocking
A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles north) and Midhurst Museum (2.5 miles north). For a walk, there’s Levin Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cocking
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it is not safe. If you’re worried about moss building up on slopes and in gutters and chimney tops in poor condition, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Cocking are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Cocking (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Cocking
What else we do in Cocking
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older rural homes like those around Cocking can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Why act early in Cocking
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect, which helps when you ask for quotes. Around Cocking, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Honest limits
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cocking
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
FAQs for Cocking
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cocking?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Cocking within the area you cover?
Yes, Cocking is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Cocking?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How we price drone roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
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, and those are details a survey looks at closely.