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Drone roof survey in Flowers Green, East Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach around Flowers Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
About our drone roof survey in Flowers Green
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. We keep the camera on the roof we’re surveying, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it’s worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. If you’ve noticed flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and loose ridge and hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Flowers Green may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch 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: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Flowers Green (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. For older village homes like those around Flowers Green, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Flowers Green, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Package prices that include VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Nearby places to Flowers Green
What else we do in Flowers Green
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Prices for drone roof surveys in Flowers Green
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Flowers Green frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Flying and imaging in Flowers Green
Flowers Green is within about 5 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. With Horselunges Manor about 3.4 miles west, Flowers Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Take a building like Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Flowers Green is about 3 miles east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. If you are in Flowers Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We survey roofs across the BN27 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Chapel Row (1 mile north), Golden Cross (1 mile south-west), Herstmonceux (1 mile north), Windmill Hill (1 mile north-east) and Stunts Green (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles west).
What’s near Flowers Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Woolpack Inn. Flowers Green’s nearest station is Pevensey Bay station, roughly 4.4 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Herstmonceux Castle (1 mile south-east) and Amberstone Hospital (2.2 miles west).
FAQs for Flowers Green
Is my home in Flowers Green listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are there drone restrictions around Flowers Green?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Flowers Green?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How do I book a survey in Flowers Green?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.