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Drone roof survey in Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Goring-by-Sea. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Goring-by-Sea
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. We do not fly in high wind or heavy rain, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we will agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are hidden gutters full of leaves and lifted or split lead flashings.
Older cottages and houses around Goring-by-Sea may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Goring-by-Sea (BN12, BN99, BN13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Goring-by-Sea
Is drone flying allowed in Goring-by-Sea?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Is Goring-by-Sea within the area you cover?
Yes, Goring-by-Sea is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What happens next?
You will get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Why act early in Goring-by-Sea
On a tall building, problems are frequently found only when water comes in. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. A drone survey finds them sooner. Arranging work in a smaller place like Goring-by-Sea is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Goring-by-Sea, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it’s checked too.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Tell us the exact address as you book
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Look at the roof from the ground after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
Drone roof surveys around Goring-by-Sea
Goring-by-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind near 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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
With Ecclesden Manor about 2.3 miles north-west, the area around Goring-by-Sea has a long history. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Mary's Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Goring-by-Sea is about 1 mile south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover Goring-by-Sea and the rest of West Sussex. Our West Sussex coverage includes Goring-by-Sea and the places around it. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in BN12, BN99 and BN13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Sea Lane, Jupp's Lane and Goring Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Ferring (1 mile west), Hangleton (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (2 miles west), Durrington (2 miles north) and West Kingston (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Littlehampton (5 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (5 miles east), Rustington (4 miles west) and Storrington (8 miles north).
Around Goring-by-Sea
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Durrington Minature Railway, Chatsmore Catholic High School and Worthing College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.6 miles north-east) and The Acre (1.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Highdown Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Goring-by-Sea
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Common reasons to book include:
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
Anyone responsible for a site like Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Which limits apply to the survey