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Brighton’s bayside wind and salt-laden air can loosen ridge capping, lift flashing and accelerate corrosion on metal roofs—issues that are hard to spot safely from ground level on double-storey homes.
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We capture close visuals of tile courses or metal sheeting to identify cracked or slipped tiles, lifted sheets, punctures, and surface deterioration that can let wind-driven rain in—especially on higher, more exposed Brighton roof planes.
We inspect ridge/hip capping alignment and the condition of mortar pointing or flexible pointing. Deterioration here can allow water entry and lead to displaced capping during strong gusts, which is a common failure point on taller two-storey homes.
We focus on flashings where roofs meet vertical walls, chimneys, skylights and penetrations. These junctions often fail first because sealants age, metal corrodes, or detailing is inconsistent after renovations.
We check valleys for debris build-up, corrosion, splits, and poor laps. Valleys concentrate runoff; minor defects can quickly become active leaks, particularly where roof additions create long valley runs.
We examine gutter runs and box gutters for sagging, rust, blockages and signs of overflow staining. In Brighton’s heavy downpours, restricted drainage can push water back under roofing edges and into eaves or wall cavities.
We review roof edges for lifting, damage near verges, and signs of water tracking at fascia and eaves lines. Edge failures can indicate gutter overflow, wind uplift, or deteriorated bedding and pointing.
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Yes. Brighton’s proximity to the bay can accelerate corrosion on metal valleys, flashings and guttering, and strong winds can dislodge ridge capping or lift edges. A drone roof assessment provides close, high-angle views of these exposed components on a two-storey home, helping you identify early deterioration and likely leak points without climbing onto potentially fragile roof areas.
We capture detailed images of roof coverings (tiles or metal), ridge and hip lines, valleys, gutters/box gutters, flashings at penetrations (like skylights and vents), and roof edges near eaves and verges. We’re looking for cracking, movement, corrosion, debris build-up and detailing issues that can allow water entry. Findings are presented with annotated photos and recommended next steps.
A drone assessment identifies visible defects and conditions that commonly cause leaks, such as broken tiles, failed pointing, corroded valleys, and blocked drainage points. It can’t see inside roof cavities or behind linings, so it won’t “prove” a hidden leak on its own. If imagery suggests an active issue, we’ll explain the most likely entry locations and what follow-up checks may confirm it.
We pay close attention to junctions between old and new roof sections, where changes in pitch and drainage can create weak points. That includes step flashings against walls, apron flashings, valley transitions, and any box guttering added to manage runoff. These areas can fail after renovations if detailing is inconsistent or if movement has opened small gaps over time.
You don’t always need to be home, but access to the property and a clear take-off/landing area helps. The drone flight itself is typically quick, with additional time for setup and capturing the right angles across multiple roof faces on a two-storey home. We then compile imagery into a detailed report with comments, so you know exactly what was observed and what to do next.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers clear, photo-backed roof findings for Brighton homes—ideal for coastal wear, complex rooflines and hard-to-reach junctions. From $75. Call 0485 857 077.