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Drone Roof Survey in Oxley's Green
Drone roof surveys across Oxley's Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flashings that have come away
Common roof problems in Oxley's Green
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their report turnaround times
- What follow-up you get after the report
Drone roof survey in Oxley's Green: what you get
Drone roof surveys are available in Oxley's Green and throughout London and South East England, subject to airspace checks and the weather. We fly on any day of the week. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. You get a written report with close-up photographs and recommendations. To ask whether a drone survey suits your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We are frequently asked to look into outlets choked with leaves and silt and moss building up on slopes and in gutters, on tall and steep roofs, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Oxley's Green 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. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Oxley's Green (TN32)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Oxley's Green property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Tell us the exact address when booking
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Drone roof surveys around Oxley's Green
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 1.9 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Oxley's Green goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Oxley's Green is about 9 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We carry out drone roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Oxley's Green. Oxley's Green is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for drone roof surveys. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Hollingrove (1 mile south), Brightling (1 mile south-west), Twelve Oaks (1 mile south), Netherfield (2 miles south-east) and Robertsbridge (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south), Hailsham (10 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Oxley's Green
For rail, the closest station is Robertsbridge station, about 2.8 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (5.6 miles north) and Old Castle (2.8 miles south-west).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Oxley's Green
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Also near Oxley's Green
What else we do in Oxley's Green
Why act early in Oxley's Green
A drone survey disturbs nothing on the roof. Nothing is cracked or dislodged by footsteps, so the survey doesn’t create new problems. Outbuildings and barns around Oxley's Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Oxley's Green
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- 98% customer satisfaction
- A report with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a hamlet or village like Oxley's Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- We also look inside the roof space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is usually out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
Steep slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, slipped slates often point to corroded nails. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Common questions in Oxley's Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Oxley's Green?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Oxley's Green?
Yes, Oxley's Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Time for the pre-flight checks is included.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.