West Sussex · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Flansham
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Flansham and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
Leave it or get it looked at?
It is hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant. That helps you put the work in order. Outbuildings and barns around Flansham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Flansham
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Flansham
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. Everything we find goes into a photo-illustrated written report. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. If we can’t fly, we tell you why. We’re often asked to look into plant growth and moss on the roof and ponding and splits on a high flat roof, across tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and valleys and parapet gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Flansham may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Flansham (PO22)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Flansham roofs
Flansham is within about 2 miles of the coast, 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. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Anyone responsible for a site like Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Flansham is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Surveys in Flansham work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across the PO22 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. If you are just outside Flansham, we cover Bilsham (1 mile east), Lidsey (2 miles north-west), Shripney (2 miles west), Yapton (2 miles north-east) and Barnham (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Worthing (11 miles east), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east), Lancing (14 miles east) and Emsworth (13 miles west).
Around Flansham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Felpham Community College and The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, among other places. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, roughly 1.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Tote Copse Castle (3.1 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.3 miles south-west).
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate normally means nail fatigue. We can see the extent of it from above.
Large commercial roofs
Fragile roof sheets and roof lights can be dangerous to walk on. A drone keeps everyone off them.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Flansham
Is my home in Flansham listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Flansham?
Yes. Flansham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What about my neighbours’ privacy?
We point the camera at your roof only. Neighbouring homes and gardens are not the subject, and flights are kept short. A quick word with the neighbours is a good idea.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.
Are you registered with the CAA?
Yes. We hold both a CAA Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We use a sub-250g drone, flown within the rules for the open category.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Flansham
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Landlords and agents in Flansham book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Flansham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
Do you need a drone roof survey in Flansham?
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak, which is why owners turn to a drone.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Take an older house close to Bilsham Chapel: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey won’t cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs