Drone Roof Inspections
A drone survey captures every square metre of the roof in high detail. You get a plain-English report, annotated photos and a clear recommendation — ideal for pre-purchase checks, insurance claims and landlord documentation.
What is drone roof inspections and what does it involve?
A drone survey captures every square metre of the roof in high detail. You get a plain-English report, annotated photos and a clear recommendation — ideal for pre-purchase checks, insurance claims and landlord documentation.
Done properly, first time.
Our drone inspections replace guesswork with evidence. Instead of relying on a ground-level opinion, you receive high-resolution imagery of ridges, valleys, chimneys and flashings — with any defects annotated and prioritised.
- High-resolution aerial photography of the full roof surface
- Annotated report highlighting defects and priorities
- Non-invasive — no scaffold, no walking on tiles
- Ideal for pre-purchase surveys, insurance claims and landlords
- Before-and-after documentation on completed work
Straightforward, start to finish.
- Step 01
Book the inspection
Share the address, access notes and what you need to understand.
- Step 02
On-site drone survey
A qualified operator flies the roof safely — typically 30–60 minutes on site.
- Step 03
Report delivered
Annotated imagery and a plain-English report sent within [CLIENT TO CONFIRM: turnaround].
- Step 04
Recommendation call
We walk you through the findings and options — no pressure to proceed.
Questions we're asked most.
When is a drone inspection more useful than a physical inspection?
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For tall, steep, fragile or difficult-access roofs, drone imagery gives complete coverage without the risk or cost of scaffold.
Is drone flight legal for roof inspections?
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Yes, when carried out by a properly qualified and insured operator following Civil Aviation Authority rules. [CLIENT TO CONFIRM: Operator qualifications and insurance].
Can I use the report for an insurance claim?
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Yes — the annotated imagery and written report are frequently accepted as supporting evidence. Confirm requirements with your insurer.
Do you keep or share our imagery?
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Imagery is retained securely for our records and shared only with you unless you instruct otherwise. See our Drone Privacy & Imagery Policy.
Do you provide a free written quote?
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Yes. We survey the roof, then send an itemised written quote you can compare line-by-line. No verbal-only estimates and no pressure to commit.
Are you fully insured?
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Yes — public liability and employers' liability cover. Proof of insurance is available on request before you engage us.
Do you supply photo evidence of completed work?
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Every job closes with a before/during/after photo pack. On drone-surveyed jobs we include aerial imagery as well.
How do you handle waste and site tidiness?
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Skip or grab-lorry provision is included in the quote. Site is swept and left as we'd want our own home left — no nails on the drive, no debris in the flowerbeds.
Which areas of Cumbria do you cover?
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Carlisle, wider Cumbria, the Lake District and selected areas of the Scottish Borders. If you're near the boundary, call — we'll tell you honestly.
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