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Drone roof survey in Three Bridges, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Drone roof surveys in Three Bridges, with photos and a clear written report.
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
About our drone roof survey in Three Bridges
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that’s where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. We survey fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are coverings that have slipped high up on the roof and ridge pieces that have lifted.
Around Three Bridges, lots of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you cannot see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. Both depend on the weather on the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from ground level.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Three Bridges (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Homes around Three Bridges frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Three Bridges, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Three Bridges questions
Will you come out to Three Bridges?
Yes, Three Bridges 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 Three Bridges?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Three Bridges is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. You’ll then get the report by email.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Three Bridges
Three Bridges is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it is given. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Barnabas', steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. If you run a business near County Mall, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. Anyone responsible for a site like Pound Hill Junior School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Three Bridges is about 1 mile east of Crawley, in West Sussex. In Three Bridges, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of the RH10 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Ash Road, Mill Road and North Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Three Bridges, we cover Pound Hill (1 mile north-east), Worth (1 mile south-east), Maidenbower (1 mile south-east), Tilgate (1 mile south-west) and Crawley (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles south-west) and Bewbush (3 miles west).
Near you in Three Bridges
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hazelwick School, Central Sussex College and Grattons Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Three Bridges itself: Three Bridges station. Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Crawley Museum (1.2 miles west). The countryside around Three Bridges includes Tilgate Lake.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Let us know what you want to see
There’s a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Why act early in Three Bridges
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. You can show exactly where the problem is, which helps when you ask for quotes. In a smaller place like Three Bridges, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Why book us in Three Bridges
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. You cannot see it from the street at all, but it is plain to see from the air.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is normally out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.