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Every survey captures detail impossible to spot from the ground — giving you clear visual evidence, not guesswork. Click any image to view full size.
Professional drone roof surveys across the High Peak. 4K imagery, thermal analysis, and detailed written reports — delivered within 48 hours, without scaffolding or disruption.
Rushton Aerial Surveys was founded with a simple goal: to bring precision aerial inspection technology to homeowners, landlords, estate agents and contractors across Glossop and the wider High Peak district.
Our pilots are CAA authorised, fully insured, and experienced in operating professional drone systems across the variable terrain and weather of the Derbyshire hills.
Every survey includes a full written report, annotated high-resolution photographs, and where applicable thermal imaging data — compiled and delivered within 48 hours.
Book a SurveyEvery survey captures detail impossible to spot from the ground — giving you clear visual evidence, not guesswork. Click any image to view full size.
Rushton Aerial Surveys is a CAA-authorised drone roof inspection company based in Glossop, Derbyshire (SK13). We survey homes and commercial buildings across the High Peak without scaffolding, and every survey comes with a written report and annotated 4K photographs within 48 hours.
Full perimeter and overhead 4K imagery of tiles, ridge, flashings and gutters for terraced, semi-detached and detached homes, with a written report within 48 hours.
An independent drone roof inspection before you buy, so you can spot problems and negotiate with evidence.
Rapid roof inspections after storms, with timestamped photographs to support insurance claims.
Radiometric thermal imaging to find moisture ingress, insulation failure and heat loss.
Drone surveys of commercial and industrial roofs, with portfolio pricing for landlords and managing agents.
Aerial imagery and roof condition reports for roofers, builders and contractors planning work.
Enterprise-class multi-rotor platforms with 3-axis stabilised gimbals, obstacle avoidance, and 30+ minute flight endurance.
1-inch CMOS sensor with 4K/60fps video and 48MP stills. Mechanical shutter for crisp, evidence-quality imagery.
Dual visual-thermal system with 640×512 resolution and ±2°C accuracy. Identifies moisture, insulation failure and heat loss.
Contact us via email or phone. Tell us about the property and what you need. We'll reply within hours with a fixed-price quote.
Once you approve the quote, we confirm a date. We handle all CAA airspace notifications and pre-flight checks — nothing for you to arrange.
Our pilot conducts a thorough aerial inspection. Most residential surveys take 30–60 minutes. You don't need to be home.
Within 48 hours you receive a full PDF report with annotated photos, written findings, condition ratings and clear recommendations.
Based in Glossop, we survey properties across the full High Peak district — from moorland villages above Hayfield to limestone dales beyond Buxton. We also cover neighbouring Tameside, including Stalybridge, and Stockport.
All surveys include a full written report with annotated high-resolution imagery, delivered within 48 hours. Pricing is dependent on property size and roof complexity.
All prices are guide prices. Final cost depends on property size, roof complexity and access requirements. Contact us for a free no-obligation quote — we'll always confirm the price before any work begins.
Residential surveys for terraced and semi-detached homes start from £99. Detached homes and complex roofs start from £149. Commercial and thermal surveys are priced on application. We always confirm a fixed price before any work begins.
Every survey includes a full written PDF report with annotated 4K photographs, findings, condition ratings and recommendations, delivered within 48 hours.
No. The drone inspects the whole roof from the air, so there is no scaffolding, no ladders and no disruption.
No. Most residential surveys take 30 to 60 minutes and you do not need to be home.
Yes. All flights are carried out in line with UK Civil Aviation Authority rules, and we handle any airspace notifications and pre-flight checks. We hold £5 million public liability insurance.
We are based in Glossop (SK13) and cover the whole High Peak, including Hadfield, Padfield, Tintwistle, Buxton, Hayfield, New Mills, Whaley Bridge, Chapel-en-le-Frith and the Hope Valley (Castleton, Hathersage, Bamford), plus Tameside, including Stalybridge, Hyde, Mottram and Broadbottom. Further afield on request.
Yes. For urgent surveys call us and we will aim to be with you within 24 hours, with timestamped photographs you can send to your insurer.
Yes. Our optional thermal imaging uses a radiometric sensor to identify moisture, insulation failure and heat loss that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Ready to book a survey or have a question? Get in touch directly — we respond within a few hours on working days. For urgent surveys call us and we'll aim to be with you within 24 hours.
Need something beyond a roof survey? Rushton offers a full range of property services across Glossop and the High Peak.