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Drone roof survey in Upperton, West Sussex
Drone roof surveys across Upperton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
About our drone roof survey in Upperton
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it is not safe. If you are worried about moss building up on slopes and in gutters and flashings that have come away, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fragile roofs, chimney stacks and tall and steep roofs alike.
In a small place like Upperton, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Upperton (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation. Check insulation does not block the airflow.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Upperton
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
What we are asked to look at in Upperton
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak, which is why owners turn to a drone.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Standing water on a flat roof
Petworth House, about 1.2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Upperton. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Before you book anyone
- What experience they bring
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Upperton
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help. 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.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of All Hallows are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Upperton is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Upperton and the rest of West Sussex. Upperton is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in GU28 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Upperton: Tillington (1 mile south-east), Hampers Green (1 mile east), River (1 mile west), Petworth (1 mile south-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (10 miles south-east).
Around Upperton
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.2 miles south). Not far away are Graffham Common and Blackdown.
Common questions in Upperton
Is drone flying allowed in Upperton?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Will you come out to Upperton?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Also near Upperton
Other services in Upperton
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Upperton, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.