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Drone roof survey in Littleworth, West Sussex
Drone roof surveys in Littleworth from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Wind damage high on the roof
How a drone roof survey works in Littleworth
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that can’t be seen from the street. Everything we find goes into a written report with photographs. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. We’re frequently asked to look into chimney tops in poor condition and moss building up on slopes and in gutters, across valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs.
Somewhere as small as Littleworth, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Littleworth (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Littleworth: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Littleworth?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover smaller places like Littleworth?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do drone rules differ in central London?
It depends where in central London. Restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs need NATS permission before a flight. Every address is checked first.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
What happens next?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Littleworth, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Airspace, weather and Littleworth roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
The streets around a church like St Michael and All Angels Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Littleworth is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Littleworth and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our West Sussex coverage includes Littleworth. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
All of RH13 is covered for drone roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Partridge Green (1 mile south), West Grinstead (1 mile north-west), Dial Post (2 miles west), Ashurst (3 miles south) and Shipley (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (8 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Near you in Littleworth
Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
Why it is worth a survey now in Littleworth
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. Older cottages and farmhouses around Littleworth can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
For a price for your roof in Littleworth, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
When to book a survey in Littleworth
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Debris collects where nobody looks, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Look out for signs like these:
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
If you look after a building such as Jolesfield CofE Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their insurance cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is added on top
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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.