What drone services does CAV Aerial offer?

CAV Aerial provides drone roof inspections, thermal imaging, 3D models, and campaign video production. All flights are insured and GVC-certified.

Who are your typical clients?

We work with architects, conservation officers, builders, councils, heritage trusts, church wardens, and private homeowners across the UK.

Are your services suitable for churches and listed buildings?

Yes, we specialise in drone documentation for sensitive sites, including listed buildings and churches. We're registered with the National Churches Trust network.

What size counts as small, medium or large for a roof survey?

Small up to ~250 m²; medium–large ~250–500 m²; large/complex ~500 m²+. We can customise a quote if your site falls outside these ranges.

What do I receive after the survey?

High-resolution RAW and JPEG images, optional edited 4K video, and an annotated PDF report (Enhanced/Complete). Files are delivered in a private Google Drive folder within 24 to 72 hours depending on package.

Are you licensed and insured to fly in urban areas?

Yes. We hold CAA GVC certification and operate with appropriate insurance in line with UK regulations.

Are these prices final?

Prices act as a guide. Every building is unique and we can customise a quote to suit your property, access and scope.

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Fair prices. Tailored quotes.

Every building is unique. We keep pricing clear, transparent, and built around your needs.

If you need a custom quote outside of the packages below, feel free to get in touch with us.

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Pricing

Essential Package

£199 + VAT

Quick, high-res roof survey for small buildings

RAW + JPEG images

Short 4K aerial film
Same day delivery
Private Google Drive folder ready within 24 hours

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Enhanced Package

£499 + VAT

Comprehensive roof survey for medium to large buildings

High-resolution RAW & JPEG images

Edited 4K aerial video
Annotated PDF report
Private Google Drive folder ready within 48 hours

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Comprehensive Package

£999 + VAT

Full building or complex heritage-site roof inspection with detailed report

Comprehensive annotated PDF condition report

Interactive 3D photogrammetry model
Short campaign video if needed
Private Google Drive folder ready within 72 hours

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Perfect for roofers, surveyors and portfolio managers.

Multiple
properties package

If you have 4 or more properties, the price drops to £99 + VAT per property starting from the 4th property.

RAW + JPEG images

Short 4K aerial film
Same day delivery
Private Google Drive folder ready within 24 hours

£99 a roof

We recently did a collection of roofing surveys for a roofing company. In just one day, we surveyed five properties from Barking to Harrow via Paddington — and delivered all photos and videos the same day.

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Optional extras

Add an interactive 3D digital model of your roof or dome to any survey. Ideal for architects, councils and heritage bodies, this model can be viewed online or embedded in planning and conservation reports. Delivered within 48 hours. This is included in the complete survey package.

£200 + VAT
For package 1 we highly recommend the annotated image pack of selected survey images with key defects clearly highlighted and labelled. Ideal for architects, surveyors and heritage committees who need quick, shareable evidence for maintenance planning or funding applications. Delivered within 48 hours.

The annotated image pack is included in the enhanced and complete survey package and is ideal for the essential survey package.

£100 + VAT
Add a formal PDF condition report to either Essential of Enhanced survey package (already included in complete survey package).

Our report includes annotated images, detailed notes and professional recommendations—ideal for architects, surveyors, heritage bodies and insurers who need an authoritative record for maintenance planning, grant bids or insurance claims.

£250 + VAT
Create a 1–2 minute professionally edited film highlighting your church, heritage site or restoration project. Perfect for fundraising campaigns, grant applications, websites and social media. Delivered in high-definition, ready to share and inspire support. This is included in the complete survey package.

£300 + VAT

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Have a roof survey, heritage project, or garden shoot in mind?

Send us a message and we’ll get back to you shortly. Whether it’s a single property or multiple sites, we’re ready to help.