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Drone roof survey in Litlington, East Sussex
We carry out drone roof surveys in Litlington and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
FAQs for Litlington
Do you cover smaller places like Litlington?
Yes, Litlington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Litlington?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Litlington?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Drone roof survey in Litlington
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. If you are worried about eroded pointing on a chimney stack and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Litlington are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Litlington (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What else we do in Litlington
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Litlington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Tell us the exact address as you book
There is a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. The underside frequently shows problems before the outside does. Take photos of any changes.
How we price drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Drone roof surveys around Litlington
Litlington lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
With Alfriston Clergy House about 0.5 miles north, the area around Litlington has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Michael the Archangel are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Anyone responsible for a site like Alfriston School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Litlington is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. Bookings from Litlington are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Litlington is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in BN26 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Local streets include The Street, Clapham Lane and Litlington Road. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Lullington (1 mile north), Dukes Green (1 mile west), Alfriston (1 mile north), Winton (1 mile north) and Milton Street (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
Local landmarks in Litlington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough And Harrow Inn, among other places. The closest station to Litlington is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 2.9 miles north. A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (4.1 miles west) and Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (0.8 miles north). Open spaces near Litlington include Combe Hill.
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, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Litlington
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs