Drone
Roofing Survey

✅ Accurate aerial data for your reports

✅ Fast turn around imagery and video

✅ ideal for roof site and building condition surveys

☎️ 0203 051 6403

📧 info@cavaerial.com

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Partner with CAV Aerial

Drone Inspections

At CAV Aerial, we offer fast, affordable drone roof surveys built specifically for roofing professionals.

We provide 30+ high-resolution images and a short video within 24 hours — ideal for quoting, planning, and documenting work. No scaffolding, no ladders, no delays.

Need more detail? We also offer thermal imaging to detect hidden issues, plus bird-proofing audits when needed.

Who would this service work for?

  • Close-up of a priest wearing a black clerical shirt, white collar, and a gold cross necklace.

    Surveyors

    Support your survey with
    high-resolution visuals.

    We provide crystal-clear images, video, and 3D models to enhance your report and help clients see exactly what you see.

    Get roof survey
  • A person working on architectural or engineering plans at a drafting table with a tablet and drafting tools.

    Roofing Contractors

    Save time. Skip the scaffold.

    Whether it’s pre-inspection, quoting, or before-and-after visuals, we help you document roof conditions clearly and affordably.

    Book a Drone Survey
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    Building Firms

    Quote faster with accurate aerial data.

    Know what to expect on roofs and gutters — without sending someone up a ladder. Ideal for large jobs or inaccessible sites.

    GET ROOF INSIGHTS
  • Close-up of a person's hand repairing a wooden roof during construction or renovation.

    Architects

    Support your planning with real visuals

    Need a roof survey for an extension or condition report? We'll follow your instructions and provide exactly the visuals you need.

    SCHEDULE AN AERIAL INSPECTION

What we can do for you

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    Aerial Surveys for Quoting

    ✅ Get high-resolution roof imagery before a site visit

    ✅ Quote faster, reduce time spent measuring by hand

    ✅ Identify broken tiles, slipped ridges, failed flashing, and gutter issues

  • Ruins of an old stone building with arches, benches, and a grassy area, under a clear blue sky.

    Post-Work Documentation

    ✅ Provide clear “after” images and videos to clients or insurers

    ✅ Use for warranty protection or dispute prevention

    ✅ Great for marketing recent jobs on social media

  • Thermal imaging photograph showing a house with colors indicating temperature differences; warmer areas in yellow and orange, cooler in purple and blue, with temperature readings of 12.9°C and 3.9°C.

    Thermal Imaging

    ✅ Detect leaks, trapped moisture, or poor insulation

    ✅ Ideal for flat roofs or suspected water ingress

    ✅ Helps justify repairs or insulation upgrades

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    High-Resolution Roof & Gutter Inspections

    ✅ Spot issues fast — from cracked lead flashing to slipped tiles and blocked gutters

    ✅ Quote with confidence — get clear visuals before stepping foot on the roof

    ✅ Protect your work — use for insurance reports, client updates, or snagging lists

  • 3D wireframe model of a small, castle-like stone structure with arched openings, viewed from above and to the side.

    3D Models & Elevation Views

    ✅ interactive 3D models and elevation captures

    ✅ ideal for planning work, progress records, or building a case for funding.

    ✅ Great for showing an interactive visual of the roof to the client.

  • Bird-Proofing Audits

    ✅ Identify bird nesting under solar panels or tiles

    ✅ Spot failed mesh, blocked hoppers, or signs of guano buildup

    ✅ Useful for quotes on solar aftercare or gutter cleaning jobs here

Book a survey

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.

What our clients say

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

    Deborah, Bruce Castle Museum and Archive.

  • "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 , The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower

  • "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

  • "We used CAV Aerial to inspect a tricky roof where scaffolding would’ve cost a fortune. The drone footage gave us everything we needed in under two hours — and we had the visuals back same-day."

    Aleksander Erdvici, Director and CEO, ALB Construction

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

From campaign films to inspections, here are just a few of the organisations we've supported.

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  • Logo of Friends of Hornsey Church Tower with green background, white text 'FoHCT', and the full name underneath.
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  • Logo with the letters P and J intertwined, with the word ARCHITECTURE written below, on a blue background.

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.

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    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.

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    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.