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Drone Roof Survey in Lions Green
Wondering about the roof at a property in Lions Green? You can book a drone roof survey in Lions Green and across East Sussex.
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Flashings that have come away
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
How a drone roof survey works in Lions Green
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it’s worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we’re there to survey. We are often asked to look into cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and flashings that have come away, on chimney stacks, fragile roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
Villages like Lions Green often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high 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. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
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 photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Place
- Lions Green (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Lions Green
The wider area around Lions Green has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 4 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Lions Green is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Lions Green, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN21 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Lions Green: Waldron (1 mile north-west), Burlow (1 mile south-east), Horam (1 mile south-east), Maynard's Green (2 miles east) and Roser's Cross (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (6 miles south) and Crowborough (8 miles north).
Near you in Lions Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Star Inn, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Tickerage Castle (3.6 miles north-west) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.2 miles east). Open spaces near Lions Green include Selwyns Wood.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
Ridges and hips are the most exposed parts of a pitched roof. A drone shows cracked mortar and loose ridge tiles.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
The flat roof on top of a block is rarely looked at. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Lions Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Tell us the exact address as you book
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photographs and findings. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Lions Green questions
How do I find out if my home in Lions Green is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Lions Green?
Yes, Lions Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Does the drone show the underside of the roof?
No. It shows what’s on the outside. The underside tells us things the drone cannot, so we check the loft too where we can.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Does the weather affect a drone survey?
Safety comes first, so the weather decides. Strong wind and heavy rain both rule out flying. We will talk through the options if the day turns bad.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
When to book a survey in Lions Green
The top of a stack is the most exposed part of many roofs. From ground level, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the inside of the roof is included