Drone surveys in Macclesfield: roof surveys and inspections across east Cheshire
Drone roof surveys, building inspections, thermal surveys and measured surveys across Macclesfield, east Cheshire and the edge of the Peak District.
From the town’s old silk mills and stone terraces to farms and country homes in the hills, we survey roofs and high-level details without scaffolding. We handle the permissions, fly the site and deliver everything to your online portal.
Drone surveys across Macclesfield and east Cheshire
The town, the villages around it and the hills on the edge of the Peak District.
Macclesfield grew on the silk industry, and many of its mills, warehouses and terraces still stand. Their large slate roofs, stone parapets and tall chimneys are hard to inspect from the ground and expensive to scaffold.
Around the town we survey homes, schools, farms and commercial buildings across east Cheshire, from Wilmslow and Prestbury to Bollington, Congleton and the villages on the edge of the Peak District.
- Macclesfield town centreMills, shops and terraces
- Tytherington & UptonHousing estates
- HurdsfieldHousing and industry
- BollingtonMills and stone cottages
- PrestburyPeriod and country homes
- Wilmslow & Alderley EdgeLarge homes and offices
- PoyntonHousing and business parks
- CongletonTown centre and housing
- KnutsfordMarket town and homes
- Rainow & the hillsFarms and rural properties
Mill or large old building? We capture roofs, parapets and chimneys on big historic buildings in one visit, and can add a measured survey if you need drawings.
What we survey in Macclesfield
Every service we offer is available in Macclesfield. These are the ones Macclesfield clients book most.
Roof surveys
Close-up imagery of every slope, valley, flashing and gutter on pitched and flat roofs, with an optional written condition report.
Terraces, blocks of flats, commercial roofsRoof surveys in Macclesfield
Building surveys
Façades, parapets and high-level details captured from the air to support your survey, with no scaffold or cherry picker.
Surveyors, managing agentsBuilding surveys in Macclesfield
Thermal surveys
Radiometric thermal imaging to find heat loss, missing insulation, damp and roof leaks. Best carried out between October and March.
Retrofit, social housing, commercialThermal surveys in Macclesfield
Drone inspections
Live-streamed inspections of roofs, chimneys, towers and structures. Direct the pilot and look at the areas that matter to you.
Asset and facilities managersDrone inspections in Macclesfield
Measured surveys
Point clouds, elevations, CAD drawings and Revit models from drone photogrammetry and LiDAR.
Architects, designers, developersMeasured surveys in Macclesfield
Construction progress
Regular aerial photography, mapping and time lapse to record progress on Macclesfield construction sites.
Contractors, developers, fundersConstruction progress in MacclesfieldFlying in Macclesfield: the airspace we plan around
These are the checks we make for every Macclesfield address before we quote.
Manchester Airport airspace
Macclesfield lies under controlled airspace linked to Manchester Airport. We check every site against it and get any permissions needed before the survey date.
Rail lines
The main line from Manchester to Stoke and London runs through Macclesfield station. Network Rail has its own rules for drones near its property, on top of CAA rules.
The Peak District
The town sits close to the edge of the Peak District National Park. Sites in the hills need the landowner’s permission and planning around exposed weather.
Schools and busy areas
Schools, the town centre and sports grounds need careful timing and take-off spots to keep clear of the public.
Restricted doesn’t mean impossible
Restricted zones need more planning and the right permissions. They don’t stop a survey going ahead. Our pilots and office team work together to get approval for even the trickiest Macclesfield sites.
- Airspace checked for every address before we quote
- Permissions requested on your behalf
- Risk assessment and method statement (RAMS) for every job
- Weather planned in, including thermal survey conditions
From address to results in four steps
- 1Send us the address
Tell us where the site is and what you need, using the quote form or by phone.
- 2We assess it remotely
Free desk-based check of airspace, access and the best capture method. Fixed quote usually the same working day.
- 3We get the permissions
Air traffic control, landowner and site permissions arranged, plus RAMS for your site team.
- 4We fly and deliver
Survey carried out on the agreed date. Images in your secure portal within 48 hours, reports to follow.
Watch the inspection live
We can live-stream the flight so you and your team can see the inspection as it happens, talk to the pilot and ask for a closer look at specific areas, without travelling to site.
Mapping and surveyor support
As well as imagery and reports, we produce maps, 3D models, point clouds and internal and external scans, so surveyors can measure and report on Macclesfield assets with fewer site visits.
Other areas near Macclesfield
We also have local pages for these nearby towns and cities. Distances are approximate, by road from Macclesfield.
Macclesfield drone survey FAQs
Can’t find your answer? Call us on 0345 017 5592 or see all FAQs.
Do you cover all of east Cheshire?
Yes. As well as Macclesfield, we survey Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Prestbury, Bollington, Poynton, Congleton, Knutsford and rural sites on the edge of the Peak District. Send us the address and we’ll confirm.
Is Macclesfield affected by Manchester Airport’s airspace?
Macclesfield lies under controlled airspace linked to Manchester Airport, but that doesn’t stop a survey going ahead. We check every address before we quote and arrange any permissions needed.
Can you survey old mill buildings?
Yes. Mills and large old buildings are well suited to drone surveys. We capture the full roof, parapets and chimneys without scaffolding, and can produce measured drawings or a 3D model if you need them.
How quickly can you get to a site in Macclesfield?
Macclesfield is about 40 miles from our Liverpool head office, so we can usually get to site quickly. Timing depends on the permissions your site needs and the weather. We’ll give you a date when we send your quote.
How much does a drone roof survey in Macclesfield cost?
Our drone roof inspections start from £250 + VAT for domestic properties and £350 + VAT for commercial properties, the same as anywhere else we cover. Larger sites and portfolios are quoted individually. See our drone survey prices.
Do I need to be on site for the survey?
Not usually. For most surveys we only need permission to access the area we fly from. If you’d like to see the inspection, we can live-stream it so you can watch remotely and direct the pilot.
Get your fixed-fee quote
Send us the Macclesfield address or postcode. We’ll do the rest.
Tell us where the property is and what you need. We’ll carry out a free desk-based assessment covering airspace, access and site constraints, then send a fixed-fee quote, usually the same working day.
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Send your postcode and requirements using the form
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We assess your site remotely: airspace checks, access and the right capture method
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You receive a fixed quote with no hidden extras
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We book in, fly, capture and deliver to your secure online portal
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