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Drone roof survey in Hartfield, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in Hartfield, with photos and a clear written report.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Wind damage high on the roof
Common questions in Hartfield
Is drone flying allowed in Hartfield?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
How do I find out if my home in Hartfield is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Do you work in Hartfield?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Hartfield.
Drone roof survey in Hartfield: what you get
Before any flight, we check the airspace. Flight restriction zones around airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick and London City need permission from the airport or air traffic control. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If permission isn’t given, we inspect by other means and explain why. Prison sites also have drone restriction zones. We survey large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are hidden gutters full of leaves and loose ridge and hip tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Hartfield 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, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
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
- Hartfield (TN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Hartfield often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How we price drone roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
Drones, thermal imaging and Hartfield roofs
We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
If you look after a building such as St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Bassetts Manor, about 1.5 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hartfield. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Hartfield is about 4 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Hartfield, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Drone roof surveys in TN7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Church Street and Rectory Field, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Balls Green (1 mile east), Teasley Mead (3 miles north-east), Ashurst (3 miles north-east), Groombridge (3 miles east) and Stone Cross (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crowborough (4 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east), Wadhurst (10 miles east), Ridgewood (10 miles south) and Ringmer (15 miles south).
What’s near Hartfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Anchor Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst Kent station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4 miles south-east) and Bolebroke Castle (1.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
Why act early in Hartfield
On a tall building, problems are frequently found only when water comes in. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. Older and listed buildings around Hartfield may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hartfield
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- More than 20 years surveying roofs