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Drone roof survey in Nutbourne, West Sussex
We carry out drone roof surveys in Nutbourne and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
How a drone roof survey works in Nutbourne
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. Everything we find goes into a written report with photos. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. Common reasons to book are moss and weeds taking hold up top and ponding and splits on a high flat roof, across tall and steep roofs, chimney stacks and fragile roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Nutbourne, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. 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 ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Nutbourne (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Nutbourne
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Old Place Manor, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Nutbourne. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof itself. If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as West Chiltington Community Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Nutbourne is about 3 miles north of Storrington, in West Sussex. We carry out drone roof surveys in Nutbourne for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
Surveys in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Stream Lane and Nutbourne Road. If you are just outside Nutbourne, we cover Marehill (1 mile south-west), Broomershill (1 mile north-west), West Chiltington (1 mile east), Gay Street (1 mile north) and West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Nutbourne
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rising Sun Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Nutbourne is Pulborough station, roughly 2 miles west. A little further out are Amberley Castle (4.6 miles south-west) and The Storrington And District Museum (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
FAQs for Nutbourne
Is drone flying allowed in Nutbourne?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Do you cover smaller places like Nutbourne?
Yes, Nutbourne is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Nutbourne?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Let us know the exact address when booking
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
How we price drone roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. In a hamlet or village like Nutbourne, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate typically means nail fatigue. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.