Costs explained
How much does a roof survey cost?
A drone roof survey with Ayeinspect is a fixed £99 for a residential property and £149 for commercial premises. That includes the site visit, close-up aerial photography of every elevation, each defect circled and graded, and a shareable online report with a printable version. No scaffolding, no access hire, no call-out fee.
Why homeowners choose Ayeinspect
CAA-registered pilots
Every flight is carried out by a qualified, registered drone operator.
Fully insured
Public liability cover in place for every survey we carry out.
Report within 48 hours
Your photographic report normally lands in your inbox the next working day.
One fixed price
£99 for homes, £149 for commercial. No call-out fees, no scaffolding, no surprise extras.
No ladders, no mess
Nothing touches your roof — the whole survey is flown from the ground.
Your report stays private
Photographs and findings are shared by private link, only with you.
Roof survey prices compared
Typical UK costs for getting a roof properly looked at, and where a drone survey sits.
| Type of inspection | Typical cost | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Ayeinspect drone roof survey | £99 residential / £149 commercial | Report included, no access equipment |
| Roofer ladder inspection | £0–£150 | Often free but tied to a quote; limited view of ridge and valleys |
| Scaffold or tower access survey | £300–£900 | Access hire plus surveyor time, usually booked days ahead |
| RICS homebuyer report (roof section only) | Part of £400–£900 | Roof usually viewed from ground level with binoculars |
Third-party figures are typical UK market ranges and vary by property, height and region.
What's included in the £99
- Site visit at a preferred AM or PM slot
- High-resolution photos of every elevation
- Ridge, valley, flashing and chimney close-ups
- Each defect circled and severity graded
- Plain-English description per finding
- Online report link plus printable version
- Dated evidence suitable for insurers
- No scaffolding or access equipment
- Fixed price — no hidden extras
Roof survey cost questions
How much does a roof survey cost in the UK?
Traditional roof surveys typically run from £150 to £600 once access equipment is included, and a scaffold tower or cherry picker can add several hundred pounds more. Ayeinspect charges a fixed £99 for a residential drone roof survey and £149 for commercial premises, with the report included.
Why is a drone roof survey cheaper than scaffolding?
Scaffolding, tower hire and roof access take time to erect, need extra people on site and carry their own insurance and safety costs. A drone reaches the same ridge, valley and chimney detail in under an hour from ground level, so the cost drops without losing detail.
Are there any hidden charges?
No. The price covers the visit, the aerial photography of every elevation, the annotated findings and the online report with a printable version. There is no call-out fee and no charge per photo.
Is a drone roof survey worth the money?
A single missed slipped tile can lead to water ingress costing thousands to put right, and a full re-roof commonly exceeds £8,000. A £99 photographic record either gives you peace of mind or gives you the evidence to act early or negotiate.
Do you charge extra for insurance evidence?
No. Every report is dated, annotated and severity-graded, which is exactly what insurers and loss adjusters ask for. There is no premium for a claim-ready version.