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Drone roof survey in Folkington, East Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Folkington, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Flashings that have come away
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Folkington, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we are surveying.
- We also look inside the roof space where it’s safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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About our drone roof survey in Folkington
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. A drone inspection, where it applies, is also part of our Premium Survey, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. There’s a 12-month follow-up as well. If a drone won’t help on your roof, we will say so. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. Typical surveys look at hidden gutters full of leaves and ridge and hip pieces working loose, on chimney stacks, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs.
In a small place like Folkington, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Folkington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Folkington
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
How we price drone roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
For a price for your roof in Folkington, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Nearby places to Folkington
More services for Folkington
Flying and imaging in Folkington
Folkington is within about 5 miles 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 cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Historic houses such as Alfriston Clergy House, about 2.5 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Folkington goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of Saint Peter: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Folkington is about 4 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We provide drone roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Folkington and nearby. Folkington is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in BN26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Folkington, we cover Filching (1 mile south-east), Wannock (1 mile east), Lower Willingdon (2 miles east), Polegate (2 miles east) and Willingdon (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (4 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (10 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Near you in Folkington
For rail, the closest station is Polegate station, roughly 1.5 miles east. A little further out are Filching Manor And Motor Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Folkington include Combe Hill.
Questions from Folkington
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Folkington?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you cover smaller places like Folkington?
Yes, Folkington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How do I book a survey in Folkington?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
When to book a survey in Folkington
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. A drone gets close-up views from a safe position on the ground.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
Anyone responsible for a site like Willingdon Community School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
What to check before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their track record with similar roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up, as far as the flight allows.
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We will say if a specialist is needed.