West Sussex · London and the South East
Sidlesham Drone Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Sidlesham. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
Drone roof survey in Sidlesham: what you get
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone is not the right tool, we will say so. We survey large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and cracked mortar along the ridge.
Somewhere as small as Sidlesham, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Sidlesham (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Places near Sidlesham
What else we do in Sidlesham
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Sidlesham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the 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.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. A drone survey finds them sooner. Older and listed buildings around Sidlesham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sidlesham
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Sidlesham
Sidlesham lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Take a building like Sidlesham Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Sidlesham is about 3 miles north of Selsey, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Sidlesham and the rest of West Sussex. Sidlesham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for drone roof surveys. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area for drone roof surveys. You will find streets like Rookery Lane, Selsey Road and Manhood Lane. You’ll find Sidlesham on the B2145, which makes it straightforward to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Keynor Estate (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north), Sidlesham Common (1 mile north), Fisher (2 miles north-east) and Church Norton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (4 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north), Selsey (3 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles north-west) and Rustington (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Sidlesham
For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, about 3.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are St Richard's Hospital (4.7 miles north) and Chichester Castle (4.4 miles north).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common questions in Sidlesham
Will you come out to Sidlesham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sidlesham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Safety comes first, so the weather decides. We will not fly in high wind or heavy rain. If the weather turns, we’ll discuss another date.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sidlesham
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is typically out of view. Close-up photos show the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up.