Clear photographic and video evidence to diagnose leaks, defects and roof condition — without scaffolding or guesswork.
Drone Roof Inspections
in Sevenoaks
Independent drone roof inspections in Sevenoaks and West Kent, providing clear photographic and thermal evidence to support maintenance, repairs and insurance decisions — without the need for scaffolding or access towers.
Working with local organisations in Highgate & North London
Services we offer
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We provide professional drone roof inspections for residential, commercial, and heritage buildings across the UK and Europe.
Using high-resolution aerial imagery, we inspect pitched and flat roofs, chimneys, gutters, parapets, and hard-to-access areas safely and efficiently.Our surveys deliver clear visual evidence and concise reporting to support maintenance planning, condition assessments, insurance queries, and professional surveys—without the cost or disruption of scaffolding or access equipment.
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We carry out thermal roof inspections using calibrated thermal imaging to help identify potential heat loss, moisture ingress, and insulation defects.
Thermal surveys are typically used on flat and complex roof structures and are carried out in suitable conditions to support maintenance planning, defect investigation, and insurance or technical reporting.
Findings are presented alongside visual imagery to provide clear context for surveyors, property managers, and building owners.
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We support leak detection investigations by combining high-resolution drone imagery, thermal imaging (where appropriate), and visual inspection to help identify likely points of water ingress.
Surveys are used to narrow down defect locations, support further investigation, and inform maintenance or repair decisions.
All findings are presented with clear visual evidence and appropriate caveats for professional and insurance-led workflows.
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Pre-purchase roof surveys provide an independent visual assessment of roof condition prior to property purchase. Using drone imagery and, where appropriate, internal roof-space inspection, we identify visible defects, signs of deterioration, and areas requiring further investigation.
Surveys are designed to support buyers, surveyors, and conveyancing professionals with clear visual evidence to inform decision-making—without invasive access or disruption.
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Internal loft inspections are carried out where safe access allows, providing a visual assessment of roof structure, timbers, insulation, and signs of moisture ingress.
These inspections complement external drone surveys and help build a clearer overall understanding of roof condition for surveyors, property owners, and managing agents.
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We support insurance inspections and claims by providing independent visual roof assessments using drone imagery and supporting photography.
Surveys document visible damage, defects, and roof condition following storm events, water ingress, or reported issues.
All findings are presented with clear visual evidence to assist insurers, loss adjusters, surveyors, and property owners during the claims and assessment process.
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Aerial property photography provides high-resolution imagery to document buildings, sites, and surrounding context from above.
This service is used to support surveys, planning applications, marketing, reports, and general site documentation for residential, commercial, and heritage properties.
All imagery is captured safely and in accordance with UK aviation regulations, delivering clear, accurate visuals without the need for access equipment.
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Condition and defect reports provide a clear visual record of roof condition, highlighting visible defects, deterioration, and areas requiring further attention.
Using high-resolution drone imagery and supporting photography, reports are structured to support maintenance planning, professional surveys, insurance reviews, and conservation or funding decisions. Findings are presented clearly and objectively for surveyors, property managers, and building owners.
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This is fantastic! We are thrilled…just wanted to let you know how delighted we are!
Deborah Hedgecock, Curator, Haringey Council, Bruce Castle Museum and Archive. Haringey“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."
Tower Survey: The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower, Peter Sanders, ChairI found the drone survey most helpful. I was able to set up drawings indicating the rooftiles we need to work on. I loved the detail you captured.
Church Roof Survey: Hornsey Parish Church, Paul Jackson RIBA CA AABC IHBC EASA, P B Jackson Architecture
case study
How we helped a property management company save time and money with a drone roof inspection in Highgate
When a residential block in Highgate, North London needed a roof inspection, CAV Aerial partnered with Jonathan Bowman – BBD Chartered Surveyors to deliver a rapid, detailed, and cost-saving drone survey.
Our reports are designed to be clear, visual, and easy to understand.
We begin with an aerial overview image to divide the roof into clear sections.
Defects are then labelled using architectural-style references (e.g. A1, A2) and supported with high-resolution images and close-ups.
The final report provides clear visual evidence to help surveyors, contractors, and property owners understand condition and prioritise repairs.
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This is a visual, non-intrusive inspection — no commitment to repairs or contractors.
Our drone inspection of Holy Innocents Church, South Norwood revealed a range of urgent maintenance issues, including a decayed timber bell frame, cracked lead work, damaged flues, and moss-covered roof tiles. High-resolution imagery and video were captured to support Paul Jackson Architects in advising the Archdeacon of Southwark on the best course of action for conserving this Grade II listed church.