Building Drone Surveys - Exeter Drone Surveys

Building Drone Surveysin Exeter & Devon

Comprehensive drone surveys for buildings of all types across Devon — residential, commercial, and heritage.

Whether you manage a block of flats, own a commercial building, or are responsible for a heritage property, keeping on top of the building's condition is essential. Our building drone surveys provide a thorough external inspection using 100MP aerial photography, covering roofs, elevations, chimneys, guttering, and hard-to-reach facades. We combine a construction industry background with professional drone technology to identify defects, deterioration, and maintenance issues — without the cost and disruption of scaffolding or cherry pickers.

What's Included

  • Full building envelope inspection from the air
  • 100MP imagery of roofs, walls, and facades
  • Chimney stack and pot condition assessment
  • Rainwater goods and drainage inspection
  • Crack monitoring and structural movement indicators
  • High-level masonry and pointing assessment
  • Ideal for planned maintenance programmes
  • No scaffolding, cherry pickers, or rope access required
The Process

How It Works

Our straightforward process for building drone surveys.

01

Discuss Your Building

Tell us about the property — its type, size, any known concerns, and what you need the survey for. We'll plan the most effective inspection approach.

02

Aerial Building Survey

Our CAA-registered pilot systematically inspects the entire building envelope, capturing 100MP imagery of roofs, elevations, and all external features.

03

Condition Report

You receive a comprehensive building condition report with annotated imagery, defect log, priority ratings, and maintenance recommendations.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our building drone surveys service.

What types of buildings can you survey?
We survey all building types — houses, flats, apartment blocks, offices, schools, churches, warehouses, listed buildings, and more. If it has a roof and external walls, we can inspect it. The only limitation is airspace restrictions, which we check before every survey.
Is a drone survey as thorough as a traditional building survey?
For external inspections, drone surveys often capture more detail than traditional methods. Our 100MP camera reveals defects that are difficult to spot even from scaffolding. We photograph the entire building systematically, so nothing is missed. For internal surveys, a physical inspection is still needed.
Can you survey a listed or heritage building?
Yes, and drone surveys are particularly valuable for heritage buildings. They avoid any contact with the structure, making them completely non-invasive. This is often preferred by conservation officers and heritage bodies. We can document condition without risk of damage.
How does this differ from a roof survey?
A building drone survey covers the complete external envelope — not just the roof. We inspect walls, facades, windows, chimneys, rainwater goods, and any visible structural features. It's a more comprehensive inspection suitable for maintenance planning or condition assessments.
Do you provide reports for building managers and landlords?
Absolutely. Our reports are designed to be professional and actionable, suitable for property managers, landlords, housing associations, and facilities teams. We include priority ratings so you can plan and budget maintenance effectively.
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