Looking for a safer, faster, and more cost-effective way to inspect your property?
Drone roof inspections are transforming how property owners, surveyors, and building managers across Yorkshire assess roof conditions — with no ladders, no scaffolding, and no guesswork.
Whether you’re managing a property portfolio in Leeds, need a roof survey for a residential home in York, or require thermal imaging on a flat roof in Sheffield, drone inspections deliver high-resolution results quickly and safely.
What Is a Drone Roof Inspection?
A drone roof inspection uses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with high-resolution visual and/or thermal cameras to survey rooftops. This modern method replaces traditional roof inspection techniques that involve working at height, accessing hard-to-reach areas, or setting up expensive scaffolding.
Ideal For:
- Homeowners in Yorkshire needing roof maintenance checks
- Letting agents and landlords managing multiple properties
- Surveyors needing aerial imagery for reports
- Roofers and trades needing before-and-after photos
- Insurance adjusters needing fast damage assessments
- Commercial property managers across cities like Leeds, Sheffield, Hull, Bradford, and York
The Drone Roof Survey Process: How It Works
- Pre-Site Planning
- We assess your property via flight planning software and mapping software and confirm if your location is within a restricted or non-restricted area (such as near airports or prisons).
- If required, we obtain flight permissions and notify the necessary authorities.
- We complete a comprehensive Risk Assessment, method statement, and flight plan.
- On-Site Setup
- On the day of the flight, we carry out an onsite survey, dynamic risk assessment and will confirm the weather is safe for flight.
- All drones are launched from a safe, controlled take-off zone with safety barriers if necessary.
- Aerial Data Capture
- High-resolution 12,20 or 48MP photos captured using drones like the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise or DJI Air 2S.
- Optional thermal imaging for identifying heat loss, damp ingress, or flat roof issues.
- Full perimeter and rooftop imagery — including chimney stacks, ridge lines, valleys, flashing, roof tiles, guttering, and more.
- Post-Processing & Delivery
- Images are processed and delivered via secure download link.
- Optional annotated reports or image markups for surveyor use.
Technical Details
- Cameras: Visual sensors up to 48MP, zoom capabilities for close inspection without getting too close.
- Thermal Imaging: Identifies moisture, leaks, missing insulation, or areas of heat loss.
- RTK GPS (Real-Time Kinematics): Ensures accurate mapping data when required.
- Flight Compliance: All flights operated under CAA guidelines (Civil Aviation Authority).
- Drone Models Used: DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Thermal, DJI Air 2S, DJI Mini 4K (for lightweight access in congested areas).
Advantages Over Traditional Roof Inspections
| Traditional Inspection | Drone Inspection |
|---|---|
| Risky — working at height | Safe — pilot remains on the ground |
| Time-consuming setup | 15-minute setup |
| Scaffold or ladders needed | No access equipment required |
| Partial visibility | Full overview of all angles |
| Can miss small issues | Zoom + thermal = detail-rich data |
| Expensive labour costs | Affordable, scalable pricing |
Planning, Legal Restrictions & Safety
Drone roof inspections in Yorkshire must follow the UK drone code and CAA regulations. As qualified commercial drone operators, we ensure:
- Flights are fully insured
- We obtain permission where necessary and notify nearby premises and organisations. For example, if there is a police station nearby, the police will be notified of our job.
- Risk assessments and pre-flight checks are completed
- Local by-laws and restricted airspace zones (sites such as York Minster) are considered
- We fly under 120 metres and maintain line-of-sight at all times – see CAA guidelines for more information.
Why Choose Us for Drone Roof Surveys in Yorkshire?
✅ Same-day turnaround available
✅ Fully qualified & insured commercial drone operator
✅ Based in Yorkshire — local knowledge of terrain & regulations
✅ Affordable pricing
✅ Free before & after photo packages for trades and roofers
✅ Partnerships welcome with estate agents, roofers & surveyors
Locations We Cover
We offer drone roof inspection services throughout West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, and East Riding, including:
- Leeds – City centre flats, terraced houses, and commercial buildings
- Sheffield – Period homes, factories, warehouses, and more
- York – Heritage buildings, churches, and rental properties
- Bradford – HMO inspections and landlord compliance checks
- Hull – Flat roofs, coastal properties, industrial estates
- Plus rural locations and villages across the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors
Book a Drone Roof Survey Today
Need fast, affordable, and accurate roof inspection data in Yorkshire? Contact us today to book your drone roof survey.
📍 Based in Yorkshire
📞 Call: 07923 862318
📧 Email: info@droneserviceswetherby.com
🌐 Website: https://droneserviceswetherby.com
T-Hathaway Aerial Photograpy
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