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Drone Roof Survey in Tide Mills
Drone roof surveys around Tide Mills, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
Drone roof survey in Tide Mills
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it isn’t safe. Typical surveys look at ponding and splits on a high flat roof and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, on tall and steep roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Tide Mills are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Tide Mills (BN25, BN9)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Tide Mills, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. 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.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Drone roof surveys around Tide Mills
Tide Mills is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Tide Mills, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
With Alfriston Clergy House about 4.1 miles north-east, the area around Tide Mills has a long history. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. For hotels and guest houses around Tide Mills, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Tide Mills is about 1 mile south-east of Newhaven, in East Sussex. We carry out drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tide Mills. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the BN25 and BN9 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Streets in the area include Hurdis Road, Seaford Road and Newhaven Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Tide Mills: Bishopstone (1 mile north-east), Norton (1 mile north-east), Newhaven (1 mile north-west), Denton (1 mile north) and South Heighton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (9 miles east), Lewes (7 miles north-west), Hailsham (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north), Peacehaven (3 miles west) and Telscombe (4 miles west).
What’s near Tide Mills
Around Tide Mills, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hope Inn, Castle Hill and St Peter's School. For rail, the closest station is Bishopstone (Sussex) station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arlington Castle (4.8 miles north-east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (under half a mile south-west). The countryside around Tide Mills includes Itford Hill.
Why it is worth a survey now in Tide Mills
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. Older cottages and farmhouses around Tide Mills can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Tide Mills
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
Checking the roof from ground level
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What affects the price in Tide Mills
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The size of the roof
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Tide Mills questions
How do I find out if my home in Tide Mills is listed?
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.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Tide Mills?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.