Drone Surveys

Using the latest drones/UAVs, we are now capable of remote data-capture in previously inaccessible areas, allowing us to provide an even more comprehensive dataset to our clients. All drone surveys are undertaken by our in-house CAA-qualified operators.

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Drone Survey

By employing our cutting-edge aerial mapping & drone surveying technology, we can now capture comprehensive data from above

Using the latest UAV (drone) technology, Laser Surveys provides high-quality aerial survey data for projects across the UK. Drone surveys enable safe, efficient data capture across large, complex and difficult-to-access sites, supporting planning, design and construction projects.

With our in-house CAA qualified drone survey operators, we can cover the United Kingdom conducting drone surveys on both building and terrestrial projects, capturing high accuracy levels of data efficiently, effectively and most importantly, safely through professional UAV land surveying techniques.

Drone surveys are often combined with topographical surveys, measured building surveys and 3D laser scanning to provide a more complete dataset. Drone surveys can significantly enhance topographical surveys by rapidly capturing accurate aerial data across large or inaccessible sites, complementing traditional ground survey techniques.

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How much does a drone survey cost?

Each site is quoted on its own merit, and fees will be dependent on several factors including size of the site and which deliverables are required.

What's involved?

Whilst conducting a drone survey imagery is captured from multiple aerial vantage points allowing us to create orthophotography, 3D models and various other deliverables.

What you get...

There are many deliverables available for drone surveying including: orthographic photography, colour or monochrome point clouds, 3D renders of site and high quality photos and video footage.

Drone Capture with Topographical Overlay

There’s significant potential in leveraging UAV/Drone image capture to enhance traditional survey methods. For instance, here’s a topographical survey of a brownfield site overlaid on UAV imagery. The survey includes adjacent footpaths and accurately calculates volumes of earth stockpiles onsite.
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Point Clouds direct from Drone Capture

Using a drone derived point cloud can provide a cost-effective solution for hard-to-reach places and covering a vast area with a rapid turnaround. This offers another solution to our on-site survey services for large and small projects such as adding roof details that would otherwise be impossible to see from the ground level.

Which types of deliverables can I expect from a Drone Survey?

  • Orthographic Photography

    This is achieved by ‘stitching’ a series of photos together to produce a composite image of the area or site, resulting in a highly detailed image that can be overlaid onto a survey or utilised as a standalone graphical product. Supplied in JPEG or TIF format.

     

  • Colour or Monochrome Point Clouds

    Data measured by the scanning module during UAV land surveying is used to create a point cloud which can be used in a variety of software or modelling packages. This can also be georeferenced to existing survey control. This can either be supplied as a dataset in its own right or incorporated into associated terrestrial survey work to ensure every detail or object of interest is measured for the client.

     

  • High Resolution Photos / Video Footage

    We can supply photographs of inaccessible areas within a site which can aid in visualisation when it comes to planning, or as an aid to 3rd-party condition surveys. Video footage of a site from a drone survey can be supplied to aid with visualisation but also can be used to check the condition of a structure or worthiness of a moving object (inaccessible plant for example). These can be referenced to survey data drawn in CAD & then be passed onto structural or dilapidation experts as an initial report on worthiness.

     

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When is a drone survey the right choice?

Drone surveys are an ideal solution for projects that require fast, safe and accurate data capture over large or difficult-to-access areas. They are particularly beneficial where traditional surveying methods may be time-consuming, impractical or require working at height. Our drone surveys are commonly used for:

Large development sites
Quarries and mining operations
Infrastructure and civil engineering projects
Roof and building inspections
Inaccessible or hazardous terrain
Stockpile volume calculations
Construction progress monitoring
Topographical mapping and site planning

Why choose Laser Surveys as your Survey partner

Our Core Values

Client focused

Every project is unique, and through open communication and collaboration, we deliver survey and mapping solutions tailored precisely to each client’s objectives. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships through reliability, responsiveness, and exceptional service.

Due Diligence

As a UK company employing solely in-house surveyors, we maintain complete control over quality, accuracy, and accountability. Ongoing training and professional development ensure our team remains at the forefront of industry standards, technology, and health & safety best practice.

Professional Team

Laser Surveys Ltd delivers professional surveying services through experienced in-house specialists. All data collection and processing is managed internally, ensuring consistency, security, and reliable results. Our fully in-house approach enables efficient project delivery, clear communication, and high-quality outputs across every stage of a project.

Cost -Effective

Our investment in advanced surveying technology and skilled in-house professionals enables us to deliver accurate, efficient surveys while optimising time and resources. This streamlined approach reduces disruption on site, improves project efficiency, and provides high-quality services at competitive rates.

Drone Surveys FAQ

Can you provide drone surveys?

Yes. We offer UAV (drone) surveys for large-scale mapping, site inspections, aerial imagery, volumetric calculations and asset inspections.

What can drone surveys be used for?

Drone technology allows us to capture high-resolution aerial data quickly and efficiently, particularly on large or difficult-to-access sites. The resulting information can be used to create orthophotos, topographical maps, digital surface models, 3D terrain models and progress monitoring reports.

Drone surveys can often reduce the need for working at height or accessing hazardous areas while providing extensive site coverage in a relatively short period of time.

Are drone surveys suitable for large sites?

Yes. Drone technology is particularly useful for large or difficult-to-access areas.

What deliverables can drone surveys provide?

Deliverables may include aerial imagery, orthophotos, mapping data and 3D surface models.

Are drone surveys safe?

Safety is paramount and so our staff are fully licensed to undertake drone surveys safely following all protocols and procedures. Drone surveys can also reduce the need for working at height and accessing hazardous locations.

Do drone surveys replace traditional surveys?

No. Drone surveys are often used alongside traditional survey methods to provide a comprehensive and accurate dataset.

We Generate Results for Our Customers

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“I have used Laser surveys on two projects in the health sector. I found them to offer a professional, reliable and prompt service.
The site surveyors were polite and minimally intrusive and the admin team was very amenable and always willing to help, even when our requests were quite challenging!
All in all a very customer-focused, professional service.”

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“On behalf of our Client and Project Team, we are so grateful for the level of service you have provided. Please be assured you will be considered for all further surveys.”

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