Drone Services in Cardiff & South Wales
Based in Cardiff, we work across South Wales including Newport, the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend and Swansea. Whether you need a roof inspection, asset condition survey, or drone mapping for a live construction site, we provide fast turnaround and clear deliverables agreed upfront.
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Drone inspections for roofs, façades and structures
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Asset condition surveys for industrial environments
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Construction progress and site reporting
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Aerial photography for planning and documentation
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Drone mapping and geo-referenced imagery
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Topographic land and building surveys
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Infrastructure/utility assets
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Heritage/Grade II roof surveys
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Insurance damage assessment imagery
What we inspect & survey
We regularly support inspections and surveys for:
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Roofs and building envelopes
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Live transmission towers and infrastructure
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Industrial assets and hard-to-access structures
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Land, sites and developments requiring aerial overview
If access is difficult or costly using scaffolding, MEWPs or rope access, a drone inspection can often reduce disruption while improving visibility.
Deliverables
What You Receive
Depending on scope, your project can include:
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High-resolution aerial imagery (photo/video)
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Annotated inspection visuals to support findings
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Geo-referenced outputs for planning and reporting
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Optional mapping deliverables (project dependent)
We confirm deliverables at quote stage so you know exactly what you’ll receive.
Why Global Drone Surveys
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Established in 2016
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CAA licensed drone operations
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Cardiff based office
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Experienced on major UK construction and infrastructure projects
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Safe methods of work for high-risk environments
We can fly where others can’t
Operational Safety
Achieve unparalleled safety and confidence with Global Drone Surveys, your trusted partner for CAA Safety-approved drone operations in Cardiff, the vibrant capital city of Wales.
Our faultless safety record and extensive experience in complex flight operations underscore our commitment to safety. Global Drone Surveys diligently ensures that our clients benefit from enhanced safety measures, setting the standard for secure drone operations in Cardiff and beyond.
Leveraging our comprehensive understanding of the UK's airspace, we provide clients with the latest information, ensuring our flights are both safe and compliant. The dynamic nature of airspace regulations requires constant vigilance, and our expert pilots conduct thorough airspace analyses to identify potential hazards.
Our commitment to safety doesn't end with identification; we take proactive measures to mitigate risks, ensuring each flight is conducted with the utmost safety standards. Trust Global Drone Surveys for a seamless blend of cutting-edge technology, operational expertise, and an unwavering commitment to safety in Cardiff, Wales.
Elevate your expectations with our top-notch CAA Operation approved drone services.
Working with Drones in Cardiff Airspace
Cardiff City is the capital of Wales and its largest city. The eleventh-largest city in the United Kingdom, it is Wales' chief commercial centre, the base for most national cultural institutions and Welsh media, and the seat of the National Assembly for Wales. At the 2011 census, the unitary authority area population was 346,100, and the wider urban area 479,000. Cardiff is a significant tourist centre and the most popular visitor destination in Wales.
Cardiff airport is an international airport located in the city of Cardiff, Wales. The airport is located just over 6 miles from the city centre and has excellent transport links to the rest of Wales and England. It is the busiest airport in Wales.
We as the drone operator are responsible for obtaining all permissions to fly within any restricted airspace in Cardiff and its surrounding areas. Restricted airspace is marked on aviation charts.
Flight within these areas is restricted for all types of aircraft, whether manned or unmanned. To obtain permission the drone operator must apply for Enhanced Non-Standard Flight clearance via the NATS website or local ATC.
We take care of all of this to ensure our operations are safe and legal as well as advising you of lead-in times as we complete the process.
DRONE SURVEYS & DRONE INSPECTIONS CARDIFF
We deliver CAA-licensed drone surveys in Cardiff to help teams inspect buildings, roofs and complex assets quickly and safely. Our pilots capture clear, high-resolution imagery that supports condition reporting, maintenance planning and project documentation—without the disruption of extensive access equipment.
Ideal for (project dependent):
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Roof condition surveys and defect checks
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Façade and elevation inspections
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Asset inspections (structures, plant areas, stacks)
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Construction site progress and stakeholder updates
What you receive:
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Organised high-resolution image sets
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4K video where required for review and reporting
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Clear deliverables designed for technical teams
CONSTRUCTION TIME LAPSE
Whether you’re managing a live build or planning a long programme, our construction time-lapse service in Cardiff captures clear, consistent progress from start to finish. We supply robust, weatherproof camera systems and an easy viewing portal, so you can track milestones, support stakeholder updates and keep a reliable visual record of your project.
Ideal for:
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Progress reporting and programme reviews
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Client and stakeholder updates
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Marketing, PR and handover documentation
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Creating a clear evidence trail across the build
Give us a call to discuss your Cardiff site and we’ll recommend the right time-lapse setup for your project.
DRONE MAPPING AND PHOTOGRAMMETRY
CARDIFF
For projects that need measurable site context, our drone mapping and photogrammetry in Cardiff provides current, high-detail capture for planning, reporting and documentation. We produce geo-referenced outputs (scope dependent) that help project teams understand site conditions and track change over time.
Mapping outputs (project dependent):
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Geo-referenced imagery for planning and records
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Orthomosaic maps for clear site overview
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3D models via photogrammetry
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Repeat mapping flights for progress comparison
Best for:
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Construction documentation and logistics planning
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Change tracking across project phases