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Drone Roof Survey in Ellen's Green
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Ellen's Green and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Ellen's Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Drone roof survey starts 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
How a drone roof survey works in Ellen's Green
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. Typical surveys look at blocked valleys and parapet gutters and standing water on a flat roof, across flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and valleys and parapet gutters.
In a village or hamlet like Ellen's Green, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Ellen's Green (RH12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. A drone shows cracked mortar and loose ridge tiles.
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. Outlets and any debris around them are photographed.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What a drone roof survey does not cover
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
Drone roof surveys around Ellen's Green
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. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Whatever the street in Ellen's Green, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Ellen's Green is about 5 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Ellen's Green, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Ellen's Green. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Drone roof surveys in RH12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Ellen's Green: Walliswood (2 miles north-east), Mayes Green (2 miles north), Ewhurst Green (3 miles north), Ewhurst (3 miles north) and Cranleigh (4 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (5 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south) and Bewbush (9 miles east).
What’s near Ellen's Green
The nearest railway station is Warnham station, about 4 miles east. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
Nearby places to Ellen's Green
What else we do in Ellen's Green
What we are asked to look at in Ellen's Green
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Debris collects where nobody looks, until water overflows inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Problems we come across often include:
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Chimney tops in poor condition
Whether the property is in Ellen's Green itself or nearby, the inspection covers whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their insurance cover
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Ellen's Green book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Questions from Ellen's Green
How do I find out if my home in Ellen's Green is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are there drone restrictions around Ellen's Green?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Ellen's Green?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.