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Drone roof survey in Lidsey, West Sussex
Drone roof surveys across Lidsey, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Around Lidsey, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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About our drone roof survey in Lidsey
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. If you’ve noticed blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and debris building up in hidden gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Lidsey may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Lidsey (PO22)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Lidsey
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Drone roof surveys around Lidsey
Lidsey lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
Goodwood House, about 4.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lidsey. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. If you look after a building such as Aldingbourne Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Lidsey is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We cover Lidsey and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across West Sussex, we cover Lidsey. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We work across PO22 for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Lidsey Road and Sack Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Lidsey include Shripney (1 mile south-west), Westergate (1 mile north), Eastergate (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile north-east) and Barnham (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Lidsey
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Philip Howard Catholic High School and The Brooks Local Nature Reserve and the streets around them. The closest station to Lidsey is Barnham station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.6 miles south).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lidsey
Letting agents and landlords in Lidsey book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Lidsey
Is Lidsey within the area you cover?
Yes, Lidsey is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Lidsey?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
What does a roof survey cost?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
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.
Why act early in Lidsey
A drone survey disturbs nothing on the roof. Nothing is cracked or dislodged by footsteps, so you see the roof exactly as it is. Outbuildings and barns around Lidsey are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
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What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Lidsey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.