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Drone Roof Survey in Ore
Drone roof surveys in Ore from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a survey in Ore, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Drone roof survey in Ore: what you get
Drones need reasonable weather. Strong wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, 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. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you are worried about tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack and worn lead at chimneys and walls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fragile roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks alike.
In smaller places like Ore, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from the ground. The parts you can’t see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. The forecast decides the day. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from the ground misses.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Ore (TN35, TN34)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ore
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
FAQs for Ore
Is drone flying allowed in Ore?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is my home in Ore listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you survey a shared roof?
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.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What does the report include?
A report with photographs, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.
How we price drone roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Airspace, weather and Ore roofs
Ore is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Within a mile and a half or so of Ore there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
For businesses in and around places such as Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images help most. For hotels and guest houses around Ore, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Ore is about 2 miles east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Ore is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across East Sussex, we cover Ore and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in TN35 and TN34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Rye Road, Rock Lane and Mill Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Ore include Bachelor's Bump (1 mile north-east), Guestling (2 miles north-east), Fairlight (2 miles east), Friar's Hill (2 miles north-east) and Guestling Green (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (15 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), St Leonards (3 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west) and Langney (14 miles west).
Around Ore
We work in homes and buildings around Speckled Wood, Hastings Academy and Roman Catholic Church of St Mary Star of the Sea. The closest station to Ore is Ore station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hastings Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Ore
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
If you look after a building such as Sandown Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey will not cover