Drone roof surveys, thermal imaging and inspections

CAA-approved drone surveys for commercial and residential roofs across the UK. High-resolution aerial imagery, thermal moisture detection and measurable mapping, captured without scaffolding or roof access.

A survey drone with a camera gimbal, flown to inspect roofs from the air

Aerial survey capability

A complete picture of roof condition. High-definition imagery, measurable maps and 3D models from a single flight.

Advanced drone technology captures the full roof without the cost and disruption of scaffolding or physical access. Defects such as cracks, ponding, displaced sheets and failed laps are identified at source, and the data is delivered in a form your team can measure and act on.

High-definition imagery

Crystal-clear, high-resolution images across the whole roof, capturing the smallest defects that traditional methods miss.

Measurable aerial maps

Thousands of images stitched and corrected for distortion to produce a fully measurable map at consistent scale and accurate position.

Digital 3D modelling

360-degree panoramic models give a complete view of the property, supporting condition assessment and maintenance planning.

Thermal imaging

Find hidden damage before it spreads. Infrared survey detects moisture, insulation defects and weak points without opening up the roof.

The drone flies the roof capturing thermal images that highlight temperature variation. Anomalies and hotspots are analysed to pinpoint areas of concern that are invisible to the naked eye, a non-destructive method that speeds diagnosis and reduces the cost of repair.

Early detection

Issues are identified before they escalate, saving time and money on repairs.

Efficiency

Surveys are completed quickly, even on large or complex roof structures.

Accuracy

Precise data on roof condition supports informed, evidence-led decisions.

Why Allbase

Thirty years of roofs, read from the air. Qualified pilots and thermographers, fully insured and CAA-approved.

CAA-approved operators

Fully insured, certified pilots flying within UK Civil Aviation Authority regulations.

Specialist survey experience

Over thirty years assessing UK roofs informs how every survey is flown and read.

No access disruption

Inspections without scaffolding or roof access, keeping sites operational and safe.

Total drone solutions

Integrated drone surveys across the built environment. Fully integrated surveys for residential and commercial property, beyond basic aerial photography.

With over thirty years in roof surveys and specialist data collection, state-of-the-art drone technology delivers precise, detailed insight across many sectors.

Roofing

  • Roof surveys
  • Drone inspections
  • Window surveys
  • Heritage building surveys
  • Chimney surveys
  • Aerial mapping

Construction

  • Construction photography
  • Time-lapse
  • Stock condition survey
  • Phone mast inspection
  • Measured building surveys

Thermal

  • Solar panel surveys
  • Snagging inspections
  • Heat loss surveys
  • Wind turbine inspections
  • Solar installation surveys

Surveying

  • Volumetric surveys
  • RAAC surveys
  • Topographical surveys
  • Point cloud creation
  • Digital twin
  • Disability access
  • Signage inspection

Data analysis

  • Progress monitoring
  • Car park usage data
  • Air pollution monitoring

Housing services

  • Housing disrepair
  • Schedule of condition

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