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Drone roof survey in Salehurst, East Sussex
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Salehurst, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Flashings that have come away
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
How a drone roof survey works in Salehurst
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. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. If you’ve noticed debris building up in hidden gutters and loose ridge and hip tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Salehurst 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.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Salehurst (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Salehurst
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
Look out for signs like these:
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will the report include photos?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Salehurst
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Salehurst, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Common questions in Salehurst
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Salehurst?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is my home in Salehurst listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
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.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Drone roof surveys in Salehurst: local notes
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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Durhamford Manor, about 3.7 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Salehurst. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. Anyone responsible for a site like Salehurst Church of England Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Salehurst is about 9 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We carry out drone roof surveys in Salehurst for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We work across the TN32 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Northbridge Street (1 mile west), Robertsbridge (1 mile south-west), John's Cross (2 miles south), Mountfield (3 miles south) and Oxley's Green (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (15 miles west), St Leonards (10 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-east).
Near you in Salehurst
In Salehurst, that means homes and buildings near The Salehurst Halt Public House and Robertsbridge Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 1 mile south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (5.6 miles north-west).
For landlords and managing agents
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.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Why it is worth a survey now in Salehurst
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. For an older or listed building in a place like Salehurst, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Salehurst
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Clear package prices, including VAT