Church Roof Inspection
Roof Inspection Photography
Overview
Following a storm and period of bad weather, the client required closer evidence of the damage (visible from the ground) as part of an assessment for an insurance claim and to have aerial photography to be used to understand what was required to fix the problem.
Sector - Church
Output - Aerial photography & videography
Location - Derbyshire
Delivery - May 2024
Drone Data Capture Method
1. Office Preparation
Checked airspace restrictions and confirmed required authorisations and permissions.
Completed pre-flight assessments in line with CAA requirements
2. On-site Preparation:
Reviewed the site and roof layout and known damage areas from ground observations.
Completed on-site survey identifying the safest position for the take off & landing zone.
3. Initial Flight and Survey:
Initial flight to see the full aerial view of the roof to confirm damage locations and to check nearby hazards including trees & wires.
4. Close-Up Inspection:
Used the Mini 3 Pro’s small size and lightweight to carefully pilot closer to the damage zone. The drone’s advanced stabilisation and obstacle avoidance allowed close proximity flying safely.
Tilted the gimbal to focus on damaged roof section and captured multiple angles (nadir and oblique shots). It also allowed me to fly below the roof line and tilt the camera up to see the damage.
Recorded high-resolution photos and videos and also captured finer details including cracks, blown shingles and debris..
5. Documentation for Insurance:
Documented clear images and videos of all damage and related features.
Included photos of the surrounding roof and site conditions to show extent of damage.
6. Reporting and Deliverables:
Files shared securely with the client
Benefits
Better Documentation
Visual records support insurance claims, maintenance planning and repair prioritisation with clear, objective evidence.
Forward Planning for Quinquennial
Data captured during ad-hoc inspections can be used to provide insights into the church condition since the previous quinquennial inspection.
Comprehensive Coverage
Drones can easily capture detailed images and video from multiple angles of all roof sections, including hidden spots that are difficult to inspect manually.
High-Resolution Detail
Advanced cameras provide crisp, close-up views to identify defects, leaks, missing shingles or structural issues that might be missed from ground level.
Enhanced Safety
Eliminates the need for inspectors to physically access dangerous or hard-to-reach roof areas, reducing fall risks and accidents.
Time and Cost Efficiency
Surveys are completed faster and with fewer resources compared to traditional methods like scaffolding or cherry pickers.
