West Sussex · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in East Lavant
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in East Lavant, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Chimney tops in poor condition
Drone roof survey in East Lavant: what you get
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. Safety comes first on every visit. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat roof and lifted or split lead flashings, across flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like East Lavant, 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. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- East Lavant (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in East Lavant
A drone record gives you a baseline. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. Older and listed buildings around East Lavant may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book us in East Lavant
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Airspace, weather and East Lavant roofs
East Lavant is about 1 mile from Goodwood Aerodrome, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Anyone responsible for a site like Lavant CofE Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. Goodwood House, about 1.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Lavant. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
East Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. East Lavant gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. East Lavant is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for drone roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in PO18 is within our area for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Pook Lane, Fordwater Road and Shop Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Mid Lavant (1 mile north-west), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Waterbeach (2 miles east) and Maudlin (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
What’s near East Lavant
We work in homes and buildings around The Royal Oak Public House and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 2.5 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (2 miles south) and The Chichester City Museum (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in East Lavant
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Lavant?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is East Lavant within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Is your drone operator registered?
Yes, we are. The CAA has issued us a Flyer ID and an Operator ID, and we fly a drone that weighs under 250g.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Does the drone show the underside of the roof?
No. The drone sees the roof from outside only. The roof space is checked separately, where there’s safe access.
How we price drone roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
We will normally ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. In a small place like East Lavant, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Towns and villages near East Lavant
What else we do in East Lavant
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a valley in the middle. It’s almost impossible to see from ground level, but it is plain to see from the air.
Large commercial roofs
Older cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check.
Useful tips for East Lavant property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.