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Drone roof survey in Founthill, East Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Founthill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
Drone roof survey in Founthill
Before any flight, we check the airspace. Near protected airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, flight restriction zones mean permission is needed first. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If permission isn’t given, we inspect by other means and tell you. Prisons have their own drone restriction zones too. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and people most frequently book us about cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
In a small place like Founthill, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Founthill (BN8)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Founthill
How do I find out if my home in Founthill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Founthill?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. That includes checking the site and the weather before take-off.
Will the drone film my neighbours?
We point the camera at your roof only. Neighbouring homes and gardens aren’t the subject. A quick word with the neighbours is a good idea.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Flying and imaging in Founthill
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Newick Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Founthill is about 3 miles west of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We cover Founthill and the rest of East Sussex. Founthill is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN8 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We also cover Newick (1 mile north-west), Chailey (1 mile west), North Chailey (2 miles west), South Street (2 miles south-west) and Mount Pleasant (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Seaford (13 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-east), Crowborough (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (3 miles east) and Newhaven (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Founthill
We work in homes and buildings around The Royal Oak Inn. The nearest railway station is Uckfield station, about 3.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Uckfield Community Hospital (3.7 miles east) and Heaven Farm Museum (3.9 miles north).
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a drone roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, and early repairs keep water out.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We’ll say if a specialist is needed.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. We photograph them closely.
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What else we do in Founthill
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Founthill frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- 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.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What we are asked to look at in Founthill
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. The drone covers the surface area by area. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which limits apply to the survey
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How we price drone roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.