Fast, Professional Drone Roof Inspections

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We inspect pitched, flat, and heritage roofs. Fast, cost-effective, same-day results.

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What our clients say

Full Roof Survey - Bruce Castle, Tottenham

“This is fantastic! We are thrilled…just wanted to let you know how delighted we are!”

Deborah, Bruce Castle Museum and Archive.

Tower Survey: The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower

“Many thanks for the terrific job you did for us all. We are extremely grateful to you for the time and effort you gave to create such a detailed survey."

Peter Sanders, Chair

Church Roof Survey: Holy Innocents, Norwood

“It was lovely to meet you... I would be delighted to mention you to colleagues."

Paul Jackson RIBA CA AABC IHBC EASA, P B Jackson Architecture

Services

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Church & Heritage
Roof Inspections

We work with surveyors, heritage architects and community groups to inspect Grade I and II listed buildings, churches, and sensitive heritage sites.

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Residential & Commercial Blocks

We support block managers, property managers, surveyors and roofers with fast, accurate roof inspections.

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Private Homes & Estates

We work with homeowners, landlords and estate agents to provide quick, affordable roof surveys.

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

Matt from ATP Roofing recently booked this package. 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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How it works

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Plan

1

Flight plan & risk assessment

2

Fly

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Images & video same day

Deliver

3

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Onsite drone
inspection

case study

Haringey Council: Bruce Castle Roof Inspection

We carried out a full roof inspection on Bruce Castle Museum and Archive. The deliverables included a 67 page report, A 3D photogrammetry model of the roof, a short promotional film and edited images for print and web.

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Got a roof to inspect or a job to quote?

Fill in your details and we’ll be in touch within 2 hours.

We work across London and the South East and can often fly the same week.

You can also call or email us directly:

Phone: 0203 051 6403
Email: info@cavaerial.com

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.

  • Design for COTRZ Academy promoting thermography specialization, featuring a circular image of a thermal camera display, logos for CPD Certification Service and UK Training Qualifications, and text emphasizing tech innovation and certification.

    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.

  • Red circular logo with the words "National Churches Trust" in white text.

    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.

FAQs

  • No — as long as we have access to the property and permission to take off and land, you don’t need to be there. We’ll handle everything and send you the results.

  • Yes — we are fully qualified to fly in congested areas. For properties in central London or near sensitive sites, we’ll take care of airspace checks and permissions.

  • Most inspections start from £199 (+VAT), depending on location, size, and complexity. Send us the postcode and a brief description and we’ll quote within the hour.

  • You’ll receive a folder with:

    • 4K images (angled, top-down, and close-ups)

    • Annotated observations (e.g. blocked gutters, tile movement, masonry cracks)

    • Optional 3D models or elevation diagrams if requested

  • Within 2–4 working days depending on scope. If you’re working to a grant deadline or urgent repair timeline, let us know — we can often prioritise.

  • Yes — we hold CAA Operational Authorisation, are fully insured for £2m+, and have specific training in thermal inspections and heritage documentation. We’ve already surveyed Grade I and II* listed properties across the South East.

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