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Drones are now being used for a variety of applications, including building surveys, roof inspections and planned maintenance, as they can provide highly accurate data that can be used to make informed decisions about the condition of a built asset.

In this post, we will compare the accuracy of drone-based surveys to traditional methods, such as surveys conducted using scaffolding or MEWPs. We will also discuss the benefits, and how drones can help to improve the safety and efficiency of your surveying operations.

Accuracy of Drone-Based Surveys

Drone-based surveys are typically more accurate than traditional methods. This is because drones can capture data from a variety of distances and angles, which allows for a more complete and accurate assessment of the condition of a building or structure.

For example, a traditional survey of a roof may only be able to capture data from a few specific points when accessed via a cherry picker. This can lead to errors, as it may be impossible to see the entire roof from any one point. However, a drone survey can capture data from the entire roof, which ensures that no areas are missed.

Benefits of Drones for Building Surveys

There are many benefits to using drones for building surveys. Drones can:

  • Survey large or complex sites quickly and efficiently.
  • Access areas that are difficult or dangerous to reach for the surveyor
  • Collect data that would be difficult or impossible to collect using traditional methods
  • Provide a high level of detail and accuracy to make informed decisions

How drones can assist in building inspections & maintenance

For example, a traditional survey of a roof may only be able to capture data from a few specific points when accessed via a cherry picker. This can lead to errors, as it may be impossible to see the entire roof from any one point. However, a drone survey can capture data from the entire roof, which ensures that no areas are missed. Take a look at our case study at The Salvation Army to see how our drone survey assisted with he inspection of its roof.

Drones can be used to survey a variety of structures, including buildings, bridges, power lines, and pipelines. This data can be used to assess the condition of the asset, identify any potential defects, and plan future maintenance or repairs. For example, a drone survey of a building can be used to identify any areas of wear and tear, such as cracks in the facade or missing roof tiles. This information can then be used to schedule a repair with minimal expenditure before the issue becomes more serious.

Conclusion

Drones can be used to survey a variety of structures, including buildings, bridges, power lines, and pipelines. This data can be used to assess the condition of the asset, identify any potential defects, and plan future maintenance or repairs. For example, a drone survey of a building can be used to identify any areas of wear and tear, such as cracks in the facade or missing roof tiles. This information can then be used to schedule a repair with minimal expenditure before the issue becomes more serious.

Drone surveying can be used to improve the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of your surveying operations, whether for building surveying or asset management purposes. We would be happy to discuss your specific needs and discuss how we can help you improve the safety and efficiency of your site inspections. If you are interested in using our drone services for your next project, please contact our specialist drone surveying team today to discuss your requirements and find out more.