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Drone roof survey in Crawley, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Crawley. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a commercial building or block in Crawley, roof access is agreed with whoever manages it before the visit. At home, it helps to clear a route to the loft and point out any stains or leaks. The written report follows, with photos.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Related advice
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Crawley
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We’ll tell you if another approach would work better. We are often asked to look into worn lead at chimneys and walls and debris building up in hidden gutters, across tall and steep roofs, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs.
Weather decides a lot: a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal images are clearest after a sunny day, on a dry roof, with little wind. For a roof in Crawley, the day is chosen with the forecast in mind. Some parts of a visit, such as a look in the loft, don’t depend on the weather.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Crawley (RH10, RH11, RH12, RH6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photographs are included where we could fly.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. You can show exactly where the problem is. Roof faults in Crawley, as anywhere, rarely fix themselves: one loose tile lets in water, which weakens the battens and loosens more. Early action is typically the cheaper option.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Honest limits
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Crawley
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Landlord and commercial surveys in Crawley
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Crawley questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crawley?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Crawley?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport covers Crawley, or comes right up to its edge. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it’s given. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
What does a roof survey cost?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Drone roof surveys in Crawley: local notes
Crawley is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. If you look after a building such as Three Bridges Junior School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Crawley is about 27 miles south of London, in West Sussex. Crawley gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our West Sussex coverage includes Crawley.
All of RH10, RH11, RH12 and RH6 is covered for drone roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Queens Square and High Street. Crawley sits on or near the A23 and A264, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Southgate (1 mile south-west), Tilgate (1 mile south-east), West Green (1 mile north), Three Bridges (1 mile east) and Langley Green (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (8 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (5 miles south-west). Crawley is one of the larger places we cover in West Sussex.
What’s near Crawley
We work in homes and buildings around Tilgate Park, St Wilfrid's Catholic School and St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Crawley itself: Crawley station. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles north-west) and County Mall (under half a mile north-east). Open spaces near Crawley include Tilgate Lake.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Crawley
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.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
For businesses in and around places such as County Mall, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection