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Wiston Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Wiston, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Airspace, weather and Wiston roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
For any home in Wiston, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Wiston is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit Wiston as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Across West Sussex, we cover Wiston and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We work across BN44 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like Hole Street, Water Lane and Spithandle Lane, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Wiston, we cover Ashington (1 mile north-west), Ashurst (2 miles north-east), Dial Post (3 miles north), Partridge Green (4 miles north-east) and Broomer's Corner (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south-east).
Near you in Wiston
Nearby you’ll also find Steyning Museum (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Wiston includes Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
How a drone roof survey works in Wiston
Our drone weighs under 250g, 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. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it isn’t safe. Common reasons to book are cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots and hidden gutters full of leaves, on flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Wiston may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Wiston (BN44)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Wiston
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. In a place like Wiston, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Wiston, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Wiston
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Check there’s room outside for the drone to take off
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photos are included where we could fly, alongside the other checks in the package.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep slopes are hard to inspect safely on foot. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Wiston
Is drone flying allowed in Wiston?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wiston?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Common roof problems in Wiston
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. From ground level, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Flashings that have come away
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before booking anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Wiston, 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.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.