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Drone Roof Survey in Storrington
Drone roof surveys in Storrington from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
Surveys for landlords and agents in Storrington
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Storrington and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
About our drone roof survey in Storrington
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see inside. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. If you’ve noticed flashings that have come away and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Even in a smaller place like Storrington, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Storrington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Storrington, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Storrington
Are there drone restrictions around Storrington?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Storrington?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Is Storrington in your area?
Yes. We carry out drone roof surveys in Storrington.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Common roof problems in Storrington
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. With a drone, the roof is photographed without anyone stepping on it.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
Take a building like Storrington Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
What to check before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Why get it checked now?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. Looking from above picks up the early signs. In an older home around Storrington, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Storrington
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
Parham House lies about 2 miles west, so building around Storrington goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Storrington is about 7 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Storrington, we can survey the roof. Our West Sussex coverage includes Storrington. There is also a page for Brighton.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Windmill Copse, Wantley Lane and Field End and the roads around them. With the B2139 close by, Storrington is easy for us to reach. If you are just outside Storrington, we cover Cootham (1 mile west), Sullington (1 mile south-east), Heath Common (1 mile east), Abingworth (1 mile north-east) and West Chiltington Common (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Storrington
In Storrington, that means homes and buildings near Parham Park, Rydon Community College and The Moon pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 3.9 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (less than half a mile south) and Amberley Castle (4.1 miles west). For a walk, there is Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Places near Storrington
Also in Storrington
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. Their condition is noted in the report.
Steep slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, slipped slates often point to corroded nails. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.