Drone Roof Surveys
Fast, Safe & Affordable

CAV Aerial provides drone roof inspections for roofers, builders, and surveyors. We help you get high-resolution visuals of hard-to-reach areas without scaffolding or ladders.

St Mary’s Church Tower, London

Latest case study

Commissioned by The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower, this aerial documentation captured detailed visuals of a Grade II* listed structure in North London.
We inspected brickwork, roof condition, and flagged issues such as vegetation growth. The footage supported the conservation architect’s review and will also be used for future heritage engagement.

Client

The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower

Date
June 2025

Professional Standards
& Certifications

  • Constantine is a GVC Certified Pilot which allows him to pilot Drones up to 25 kilograms

    GVC-qualified drone pilot authorised for commercial operations in controlled UK airspace.

  • Qualified through Coptrz Academy and CPD-accredited, this certification demonstrates expertise in infrared thermography for commercial drone inspections.

  • Heritage Trust Network logo

    Member of the Heritage Trust Network – supporting conservation, regeneration, and promotion of historic sites across the UK.

  • Listed on the National Churches Trust Skills Directory, supporting churches with aerial surveys & conservation visuals

  • Civil Aviation Authority logo with a blue background and white text

    Registered with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for legal and compliant drone operations.

  • ARPAS-UK member logo – Association of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, the UK’s professional drone operator network.

    Member of ARPAS-UK, the UK’s professional association for commercial drone operators.

  • Yellow square with black text "A2 Open Category" and a small black triangle in the top right corner.

    A2 CofC-certified pilot approved to fly drones closer to people in low-risk environments.

  • CAV Aerial is proud to be a Gold Certified Member of the Drone Safe Register — the UK’s leading network of trusted drone operators.

  • Logo of Coverdrone with overlapping gray circles on a blue background.

    Fully insured with £2 million public liability cover through Coverdrone for safe, professional operations.

  • Badge with text 'Drone Safety Verified 76 Flights,' featuring AirData UAV logo.

    Flight logs are tracked with UAV software for full transparency and professionalism.

  • DroneSafe Register Certified A2 CofC logo with blue check mark and circular design

    This certification reflects our commitment to safe, competent, and legally compliant flying, recognised and verified by the UK's leading drone operator network.

  • Drone Desk Operator

    Using DroneDesk to plan, risk-assess, and log every flight, ensuring full compliance with UK aviation regulations.

What you get

Aerial photos of roofs, chimneys, gutters

Detect structural issues, roof damage, and environmental risks with high-resolution drone imaging.

3D interactive map of the roof

Aerial flyovers provide a clear, top-down view of your fields, estates, or open land — ideal for visualising access, boundaries, and layout.

Condition checks before or after work

We create detailed 3D models using aerial imagery and specialist software – ideal for surveying land, inspecting structures, or visualising heritage sites.

Thermal Imaging of roof

Non-invasive thermal surveys to detect hidden damp, structural weaknesses, or heat loss in historic buildings. Ideal for conservation teams seeking insights without risking damage to sensitive fabric.

High-res footage for reports, quotes or insurance

Safely document historic sites, monitor restoration, and support conservation work with professional aerial visuals.

Why Choose CAV Aerial?

Certified & Compliant – GVC-qualified and fully trained to operate under UK Civil Aviation Authority regulations.

Clear, Reliable Aerial Footage – High-quality visuals for inspections, surveys, and property promos using advanced DJI drone tech.

Efficient & Cost-Effective – Save time and reduce site visit costs with safe, drone-captured data and imagery.

Fast & Flexible Deployment – Quick response times with smooth, dependable data turnaround across the UK.

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