An aerial survey is a survey carried out using a drone to capture high-resolution images and data from the air. Depending on the size and nature of the site, surveys can be conducted at heights of up to 400ft, allowing large areas to be inspected quickly, safely and accurately.
Aerial surveys are one of the most efficient ways to gather visual information that can be recorded, stored and reused over time. This makes them ideal for comparison surveys, maintenance planning and ongoing asset management.
During an aerial survey, a series of overlapping photographs can be captured and later processed to create overlay images, site maps or visual records of the land or structures being surveyed. These images provide clear, detailed insight that would be difficult or impossible to achieve from ground level.
This data can be used for:

One of the main advantages of aerial surveying and imagery is that no physical access is required to many areas. There is no need to walk the entire site or attempt to reach unsafe or inaccessible locations.
Many defects, features or changes may never be visible from the ground.

Our aerial survey services provide reliable, repeatable and accurate results for residential, commercial and land-based projects. Using professional drone equipment and experienced operators, we deliver imagery and reports that support informed decision-making and long-term planning.

Contact Sky Lens Surveys for professional aerial survey services across the UK.
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