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Drone Roof Survey in Findon Valley
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Findon Valley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
About our drone roof survey in Findon Valley
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are flashings that have come away and flat roofs on upper floors that hold water.
Even in a smaller place like Findon Valley, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Findon Valley (BN14, BN13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a smaller place like Findon Valley, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Why act early in Findon Valley
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. Homes in smaller places like Findon Valley can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why book us in Findon Valley
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Drones, thermal imaging and Findon Valley roofs
Findon Valley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where wind off 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 wider area around Findon Valley has a long history of building, with Ecclesden Manor about 3.5 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. If you look after a building such as Vale School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Findon Valley is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Findon Valley is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our West Sussex coverage includes Findon Valley. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in BN14 and BN13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets like Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Salvington (1 mile south), Offington (1 mile south), Worthing (2 miles south), Broadwater (2 miles south-east) and Sompting (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles south-east).
Around Findon Valley
We work in homes and buildings around Durrington High School, among other places. The closest station to Findon Valley is West Worthing station, roughly 2.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Worthing Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.9 miles south). Not far away are Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Findon Valley
Landlords, agents and building managers in Findon Valley and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Questions from Findon Valley
Are there drone restrictions around Findon Valley?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Findon Valley within the area you cover?
Yes, Findon Valley is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Findon Valley?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photographs and findings. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow.