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Drone roof survey in Coolham, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out drone roof surveys in Coolham, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Flashings that have come away
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Drone roof survey in Coolham: what you get
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photos of those roofs from the air. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly, including slopes that can’t be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. If we can’t fly, we tell you why. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, tall and steep roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water on a flat roof and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
In a village or hamlet like Coolham, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Coolham (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Coolham frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we’re surveying.
- We also look inside the loft space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Coolham, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit, and whether work has done its job.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
FAQs for Coolham
Do you cover smaller places like Coolham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Are there drone restrictions around Coolham?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Airspace, weather and Coolham roofs
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take a building like William Penn School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Coolham is about 6 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Coolham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our West Sussex coverage includes Coolham. There is also a page for Crawley.
Here we cover the RH13 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Coolham Road and West Chiltington Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Coolham include Goose Green (3 miles south), Gay Street (3 miles south-west), Adversane (3 miles west), North Heath (3 miles west) and West Chiltington (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Coolham
In Coolham, that means homes and buildings near The Selsey Arms Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Billingshurst station, about 2.4 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Knepp Wildland.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Coolham?
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Mary's Mission Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What exactly goes into their report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
Ridges may be bedded in mortar or mechanically fixed. Their condition is noted in the report.
Chimney stacks
The drone shows the outside of the stack, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. We’ll say if a specialist is needed.
How we price drone roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.