West Sussex · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in East Ashling
Drone roof surveys in East Ashling, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around East Ashling, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we’re surveying.
- Where there is safe access, we check the loft as well.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
About our drone roof survey in East Ashling
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. Typical surveys look at ponding and splits on a high flat roof and damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below, on large and complex roofs, tall and steep roofs and fragile roofs.
In a small place like East Ashling, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- East Ashling (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in East Ashling
Is East Ashling within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in East Ashling is listed?
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.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What if my home is near an airport?
That depends on where the roof is. Flying inside a flight restriction zone needs permission from the airport or air traffic control. Book early if you think you may be affected.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
How much is a survey?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Prices for drone roof surveys in East Ashling
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
For a price for drone roof surveys in East Ashling, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Why act early in East Ashling
A drone record gives you a baseline. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It helps when you plan ahead. Outbuildings and barns around East Ashling are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photos
- Package prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Airspace, weather and East Ashling roofs
East Ashling lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, 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. With West Dean House about 4 miles north-east, the area around East Ashling has a long history. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. Take a building like Funtington Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
East Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in East Ashling can all book drone roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. East Ashling is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Drone roof surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside East Ashling, we cover West Ashling (1 mile west), West Stoke (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (2 miles south) and Hambrook (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in East Ashling
Around East Ashling, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bishop Luffa School and The Horse And Groom Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to East Ashling is Bosham station, about 1.4 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Novium Museum (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Nearby places to East Ashling
What else we do in East Ashling
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
When a parapet outlet blocks, water can come inside. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Make sure there is room outside for the drone to take off
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. Drone photographs are included where we could fly.
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.