What is a drone roof survey?
We fly close to the roof in a careful, controlled pattern and capture high-resolution photos of each roof plane, plus the details a ladder can't reach: valleys, gutters, flashings and chimneys. We don't disturb a single tile.
You get a link to a gallery of photos, including close-ups, and a video running up and down the roof. Larger, multiple or high-rise roofs are quoted per job.
We capture the imagery; your surveyor or roofer makes the assessment. We are CAA-qualified drone operators, not chartered surveyors, and we regularly carry out drone roof surveys for surveyors who use our imagery in their own reports.
Need measurements too?
If you need roof areas, pitches and angles, a 3D model lets you measure the whole roof from your desk, accurate to within 5 cm. Clients use roof models to plan solar panel layouts, lightning protection and repairs, and to quote materials accurately. 3D models start from £400 + VAT.
See an example roof model ↗What you receive
- Online photo gallery, including close-ups
- Video running up and down the roof
- Files in 2 to 3 days, always within 5 working days
- Optional 3D model for roof areas and pitches
Who it's for
- Building surveyors
- Roofers and roofing contractors
- Solar and lightning protection installers
- Facilities and estates managers
- Housing associations
- Landlords and property owners
Why use a drone
- Reach valleys, gutters and chimneys a ladder can't
- No scaffold, cherry picker or roof access
- Nobody working at height
- Roofers can quote repairs without a ladder visit
- Dated evidence after a storm or for an insurance claim
- Planned maintenance records across many buildings
Proof
See a real roof model
This model of a nursery building was used to plan roof repairs and a solar installation. Spin it, zoom in and try measuring the roof yourself.
How it works
From first call to finished files.
Enquiry & quote
Tell us the site address and what you need. We send a fixed quote.
Checks & dates
Site access and flight restrictions checked, dates agreed, often with a backup date.
Capture
A risk assessment on the day, then a careful, controlled flight.
Process
Photos, video and 3D models processed and checked before release.
Deliver
Shareable links and files within 5 working days, often in 2 to 3. Invoice on delivery, 30-day terms.
CAA qualified
GVC, Operational Authorisation in the Specific category, and A2 CofC.
Insured
£5m public liability insurance plus professional indemnity.
Experienced
30 years in photography and flying drones since 2015.
Nationwide
Based in Lichfield, working across the Midlands and the UK.
FAQs
Drone roof inspections, answered.
Still got a question? Call Mark on 07866 522549.
What is a drone roof survey?
A drone roof survey is a close-range inspection of a roof using a drone instead of scaffolding, ladders or a cherry picker. We photograph every roof plane, valley, gutter, flashing and chimney, then send you a link to a gallery of photos, including close-ups, and a video running up and down the roof.
How much does a drone roof inspection cost?
Small roof inspections start from around £300 + VAT, including photos and video. Larger, multiple or high-rise roofs are quoted per job, and a measurable 3D model starts from £400 + VAT. You always get a fixed price before we fly.
Do you need scaffolding or roof access?
No. The drone inspects the roof from the air, so there is no scaffolding, no ladders and nobody working at height. That makes a drone roof inspection faster and safer than traditional access, and it doesn't disturb the tiles.
Will you tell me what is wrong with my roof?
No. We capture clear photos and video of the roof, and your surveyor or roofer makes the assessment. We are CAA-qualified drone operators, not chartered surveyors.
Can you measure the roof?
Yes, with a 3D model. You can measure roof areas, pitches, angles and lengths from your desk, accurate to within 5 cm. Roof models are often used to plan solar panels, lightning protection and repairs.
Can you inspect flat roofs and chimneys?
Yes. We inspect pitched and flat roofs, chimney stacks, pots and flashings, valleys and gutters, including high-level areas that are hard to see from the ground.
How quickly will I get the photos?
Roof inspection photos and video are normally delivered in 2 to 3 days, and always within 5 working days.
Related services
Often booked together.
Get a quote
Talk to Mark about your roof.
Share the site address and what you need. Mark will come back with the right approach and a fixed price, usually within one working day. Prefer to talk? Call 07866 522549.
- Phone
- 07866 522549
- mark@markzaccariaphotography.co.uk
- Based
- Lichfield, Staffordshire
- Member
- Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce