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Drone Roof Survey in Portfield
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Portfield. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
Do you need a drone roof survey in Portfield?
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak, which is why owners turn to a drone.
Common reasons to book include:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Portfield means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Drone roof survey in Portfield: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. If you’ve noticed debris building up in hidden gutters and cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older cottages and houses around Portfield may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Portfield (PO19, PO20, PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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FAQs for Portfield
How do I find out if my home in Portfield is listed?
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.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Portfield?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Goodwood Aerodrome is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
How soon will 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.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What does a roof survey cost?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Portfield
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Portfield
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Useful tips for Portfield property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Check there’s room outside for the drone to take off
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
Why get it checked now?
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. Our report shows the condition of each area. That helps you put the work in order. Blocked gutters on homes around Portfield overflow and soak walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a smaller place like Portfield, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- 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.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Flying and imaging in Portfield
Portfield is within about 5 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Goodwood Aerodrome is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Portfield Primary Academy, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Goodwood House lies about 2.5 miles north, so building around Portfield goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
Portfield is about 1 mile east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Portfield, we can come and survey your property. Portfield is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: PO19, PO20 and PO18. We cover properties on Kent Road, York Road and Spur Road. Portfield is on the A259 and A285, which makes it simple to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Chichester (1 mile west), Westhampnett (1 mile north-east), Shopwyke (1 mile east), Maudlin (1 mile north-east) and North Mundham (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (7 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (11 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Portfield
In Portfield, that means homes and buildings near The Prebendal School, The East Gate Public House and Chichester High School For Girls, among other places. Portfield’s nearest station is Chichester station, about 0.9 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include The Chichester City Museum (0.6 miles west) and Chichester Castle (0.6 miles west). Not far away are Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.