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Drone Roof Survey in Northiam
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Northiam, with photos and a written report.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Northiam
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. We don’t fly in strong wind or heavy rain, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We survey tall and steep roofs, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots and hidden gutters full of leaves.
Some older homes in villages like Northiam are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Northiam (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Northiam
Also in Northiam
Why get it checked now?
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. They show the location and extent of each defect, which helps when you ask for quotes. Older cottages and farmhouses around Northiam can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Northiam
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A written report with photographs
- Visits on any day of the week
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What we’re asked to look at in Northiam
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from the ground and bring the camera close to the roof.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
Take a building like Northiam Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Landlords, agents and block managers in Northiam
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Northiam, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Related advice
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Northiam
Will you come out to Northiam?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Northiam?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is your drone operator registered?
Yes. Our registration covers a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We use a sub-250g drone.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How much is a survey?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Tell us the exact address when you book
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, particularly in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Northiam
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Great Dixter, about 0.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Northiam. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Northiam is about 9 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. In Northiam, as across East Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Northiam is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN31 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Station Road, Main Street and Elizabeth Gardens, and we cover them all. Northiam sits on or near the A268, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Beckley (2 miles south-east), Beckley Furnace (3 miles south), Broad Oak (3 miles south), Flackley Ash (3 miles east) and Broadland Row (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south), Belmont (10 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Northiam
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hayes Arms Hotel and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include The C.M Booth Collection (4 miles north). Open spaces near Northiam include Flatropers Wood.