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Drone roof survey in Thorney Island, West Sussex
Drone roof surveys across Thorney Island, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Thorney Island, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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’.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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How a drone roof survey works in Thorney Island
Drones need reasonable weather. Strong wind or a downpour rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. 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. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We are often asked to look into lead work pulling away at abutments and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof, across valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Thorney Island, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Thorney Island (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Thorney Island
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What affects the price in Thorney Island
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
For a price for your roof in Thorney Island, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Common questions in Thorney Island
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Thorney Island?
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.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Thorney Island?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How do I book a survey in Thorney Island?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
What does a roof survey cost?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Common roof problems in Thorney Island
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. You can’t see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flashings that have come away
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
Warblington Castle lies about 2.1 miles north-west, so building around Thorney Island goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Different roofs, different checks
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area.
Chimney stacks
Chimney tops are hard to see from ground level. Close-up photos show the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, so cracks and gaps are clear.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
Airspace, weather and Thorney Island roofs
Thorney Island lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
If you look after a building such as Thorney Island Community Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Nicholas, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Thorney Island is about 4 miles south-east of Havant, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Thorney Island and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Thorney Island is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in PO10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Hunter Road, Emsworth Road and Spartan Close, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Thorney Island: West Thorney (1 mile south-east), North Hayling (1 mile west), Tye (1 mile south-west), Northney (1 mile west) and Emsworth (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (11 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (5 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Thorney Island
We work in homes and buildings around Bourne Community College and Eames Farm and the streets around them. The closest station to Thorney Island is Southbourne station, about 1.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Emsworth Museum (1.6 miles north). For a walk, there’s Nutborne Marshes.