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Drone Roof Survey in Horsemere Green
Independent drone roof surveys in Horsemere Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Flashings that have come away
- Standing water on a flat roof
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horsemere Green
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
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 around your tenants.
Drone roof survey in Horsemere Green: what you get
Drones need reasonable weather. Strong wind or a downpour rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we will talk about another date or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you are worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and outlets choked with leaves and silt, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Horsemere Green, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Horsemere Green (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Horsemere Green
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What a drone roof survey looks like in Horsemere Green
Horsemere Green lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Horsemere Green is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Horsemere Green and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Horsemere Green is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for drone roof surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the BN17 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Langford Close, Horsemere Green Lane and Apple Tree Walk and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Climping (1 mile east), Atherington (1 mile south-east), Ford (1 mile north), Tortington (2 miles north) and Wick (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (12 miles east).
Near you in Horsemere Green
We work in homes and buildings around The Black Horse Public House and The Littlehampton Academy. For rail, the closest station is Ford station, about 1.3 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Arundel Castle (3.4 miles north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.1 miles north). Not far away are WWT Arundel.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Different roofs, different checks
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Ridges and hips
Wind lifts loose ridge and hip tiles. Spotting them early stops them falling.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. Drone photos are included where we could fly.
Look at the roof from the ground after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Somewhere like Horsemere Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we are surveying.
- Where there is safe access, we check the loft as well.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
FAQs for Horsemere Green
Do you cover smaller places like Horsemere Green?
Yes, Horsemere Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Are there drone restrictions around Horsemere Green?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows by email.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What we are asked to look at in Horsemere Green
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. You cannot see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Faults there can go unnoticed for years.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- When you will get the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring