Drone Roof Surveys in Plymouth, Devon, Cornwall and the South West
Drone roof surveys are an increasingly popular way for surveyors, property professionals and contractors to inspect roofs quickly, safely and cost effectively. At Different View, we provide professional drone roof surveys across Plymouth, Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West, working closely with local surveyors who now rely on us as their go-to drone operator.
Using high resolution drone photography, we help surveyors assess roof condition, identify defects and plan next steps without the need for scaffolding or working at height.
Professional drone roof inspections across the South West
We carry out drone roof inspections for a wide range of properties, including residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Our surveys are designed to give surveyors and property professionals clear, detailed imagery they can trust.
Typical inspections include:
- Slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates
- Roof coverings and general wear
- Flashing, valleys and roof junctions
- Guttering and drainage issues
- Hard-to-access or unsafe roof areas
All imagery is captured from multiple angles to ensure nothing is missed.
Why use a drone for roof surveys?
Improved safety
Drone roof surveys remove the need for surveyors or contractors to access the roof directly, significantly reducing health and safety risks.
Faster surveys
Most roof inspections can be completed in a single site visit, with no delays caused by access equipment or scaffolding.
Cost effective
Drone surveys are far more affordable than traditional methods, particularly for initial inspections or condition reports.
High resolution imagery
We use professional drones capable of capturing sharp, detailed images that allow surveyors to accurately assess roof condition and identify problem areas.
Working with local surveyors and property professionals
We regularly support surveyors across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall, providing consistent, well-organised imagery tailored to professional reporting requirements.
“A very professional service with high-quality drone photography, used in my case for inclusion in professional survey reports. Reliable and punctual on site, with a swift turnaround of the completed survey. Highly recommended.”
Simon Wheeler – Stratton Creber Commercial
Our typical workflow:
- Discuss the property and any known concerns
- Conduct a compliant drone flight on site
- Capture detailed roof imagery from all relevant angles
- Deliver images promptly in a clear, structured format
As a result, several local surveyors now use Different View as their preferred drone roof survey provider.
CAA compliant drone operations
All roof surveys are carried out in full compliance with UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations.
This includes:
- Registered and insured drone operations
- Pre-flight risk assessments
- Safe separation from people and property
- Consideration of local airspace and restrictions
You can be confident your drone roof survey is completed safely, legally and professionally.
Areas we cover
We provide drone roof surveys throughout:
- Plymouth
- Devon
- Cornwall
- South West England
We regularly travel for surveys and can accommodate both one-off inspections and repeat work for surveyors and property managers.
