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Drone surveys for heritage buildings. Nothing touches the historic fabric.
Condition imagery, 3D records and measured surveys for listed buildings, historic estates and monuments, captured without scaffolding against fragile fabric that should be protected.
Scaffolds or cherry pickers
BINDT thermographers
CAA Operational Authorisation
Public liability cover
Built around the challenges of historic buildings
Heritage buildings are fragile, complex and often hard to reach, and every intervention needs care.
Fragile historic materials
Scaffold fixings and ladders can damage stone, lead, slate and timber. A drone captures without touching the building.
We help with Roof Surveys →
Accurate records
Many historic buildings have no reliable drawings. 3D models and point clouds give a precise, lasting record.
We help with 3D Modelling →
Planning works and consent
Accurate drawings and imagery support conservation plans, listed building consent and grant applications.
We help with Measured Surveys →
Monitoring change
Repeat surveys show how stonework, roofs and structures change over time.
We help with Façade Surveys →
Towers, spires and parapets
The highest parts of historic buildings are often the hardest to inspect and the most at risk.
We help with Church Roof & Spire Surveys →
Damp in solid walls
Water getting into historic fabric causes decay. Thermal imaging and gutter checks help find the source.
We help with Thermal Surveys →
Surveys for historic buildings and sites
Careful, non-contact capture that gives conservation teams, architects and owners the detail they need.
Roof and Facade Surveys
Lead, slate, stone and tile roofs captured close up.
Façade Surveys
Stonework, pointing, windows and carved detail on every elevation.
3D Modelling
A detailed 3D record of the building and its setting.
Point Clouds
Measurable 3D data for conservation architects and engineers.
Measured Surveys
Accurate drawings and elevations for repairs and consent.
Church Roof & Spire Surveys
Spires, towers and bell chambers inspected without scaffold.
Thermal Surveys
Find moisture and heat loss in historic walls and roofs.
The right survey at every stage
From recording a building to planning its repair, here’s where each service fits.
Every element, recorded and rated
We organise imagery by elevation, roof and feature, and can add red, amber and green ratings so you can plan repairs in order of priority.
- Organised by elevation, roof and feature
- RAG ratings for key elements
- Dated records to compare over time
- Easy to share with architects and conservation officers
| Building | Roof | Stonework | Rainwater | Joinery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main hall | Good | Monitor | Monitor | Good |
| Stable block | Action | Monitor | Good | Monitor |
| Orangery | Monitor | Good | Good | Action |
| Gate lodge | Good | Good | Monitor | Good |
| Chapel | Monitor | Action | Good | Good |
Illustrative example
We don’t carry out repairs or remedial works, so our findings are always objective.
A survey partner that respects historic fabric
We work with estates, trusts, conservation architects, local authorities and private owners, capturing detailed imagery and data with nothing fixed to the building.
No scaffold or ladders against historic fabric.
3D models and point clouds you can revisit.
Close enough to see individual stones and joints.
Constructionline Gold, SafeContractor and SSIP accredited.
Keeping you compliant
Everything your procurement and compliance teams need before we fly.
Certificates, insurance and RAMS for your supplier records.
The rules we fly by, explained in plain English prior to every flight.
CAA, Constructionline Gold, SafeContractor, SSIP and more.
Survey and drone terms in plain English.
- CAA OA 11363
- Constructionline Gold
- SafeContractor
- SSIP
- BINDT Level 2
- ARPAS-UK
- Cyber Essentials
Heritage building questions
If yours isn’t answered here, give us a call on 0345 017 5592.
Do you need consent to survey a listed building by drone?
A survey that doesn’t touch or alter the building doesn’t normally need listed building consent. We always agree access and flight plans with the owner.
Can you produce drawings for conservation work?
Yes. We can provide measured drawings, elevations, point clouds and 3D models through our measured survey services.
Can you capture fine detail like carvings?
Yes. Close-up imagery and photogrammetry can record carved and decorative detail.
Can you survey the whole estate?
Yes. We can capture the main building, outbuildings and grounds using the same method throughout.
Can you monitor change over time?
Yes. Repeat surveys using the same method give a clear, dated comparison.
Tell us about your building
Send us the address and a brief description of what you need, and we’ll come back with clear pricing and deliverable options.