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Drone roof survey in Street End, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Street End, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
What a drone roof survey looks like in Street End
Street End is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind near 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 strong wind or heavy rain. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building like Sidlesham Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Street End is about 4 miles north of Selsey, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Street End is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Street End is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We cover every part of PO20 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Church Lane, Selsey Road and Chalder Lane. Other places close to Street End include Sidlesham Common (1 mile north-west), Sidlesham (1 mile south), Keynor Estate (1 mile south), Fisher (1 mile north-east) and South Mundham (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north), Selsey (4 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles north-west) and Rustington (12 miles east).
Around Street End
The nearest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 3.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (3.8 miles north) and Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.4 miles north).
How a drone roof survey works in Street End
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. We do not fly in high wind or heavy rain, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the day turns out unsuitable, we will talk about another date or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you’ve noticed blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and outlets choked with leaves and silt, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs alike.
In a small place like Street End, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Street End (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Street End
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How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Street End, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- Where there is safe access, we check the loft as well.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. You can show exactly where the problem is, which helps when you ask for quotes. Older and listed buildings around Street End may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Street End
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
How we price drone roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
We will typically ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Street End, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Street End
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Street End
Will you come out to Street End?
Yes, Street End is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is drone flying allowed in Street End?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Street End?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Street End
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. We fly from the ground and bring the camera close to the roof.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
The streets around a church like St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What follow-up you get after the report