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Drone Roof Survey in East Wittering
Need a drone roof survey in East Wittering? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Hidden gutters and valleys sit out of sight. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are often seen by nobody. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
Drone roof survey in East Wittering
Every flight starts with an airspace check. Flight restriction zones around airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick and London City need permission from the airport or air traffic control. Parts of central London have restricted areas too, where NATS permission is needed. If permission is not given, we inspect by other means and tell you. Prisons have their own drone restriction zones too. Typical surveys look at blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and worn lead at chimneys and walls, on chimney stacks, flat roofs on upper floors and large and complex roofs.
Older cottages and houses around East Wittering may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- East Wittering (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. A visit to East Wittering is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Questions from East Wittering
How do I find out if my home in East Wittering is listed?
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 East Wittering within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. It photographs the outside, not the inside. The roof space is checked separately, where there’s safe access, as damp and daylight often show there first.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The conditions on the day decide whether a flight goes ahead. We won’t fly in strong wind or heavy rain. We will talk through the options if the day turns bad.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Also near East Wittering
What else we do in East Wittering
What a drone roof survey looks like in East Wittering
East Wittering is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building like East Wittering Community Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. Take an older house close to St Anne: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
East Wittering is about 6 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Roofs in East Wittering get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. East Wittering is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: PO20. You’ll find streets such as Church Road, Downview Close and Stocks Lane, and we cover them all. Being close to the B2179, East Wittering is simple for us to get to for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around East Wittering: Earnley (1 mile east), Somerley (2 miles north-east), West Wittering (2 miles north-west), Shipton Green (2 miles north) and Almodington (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Portfield (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near East Wittering
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Thatched Tavern, among other places. For a walk, there’s Pilsey Island.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What affects the price in East Wittering
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.