Industry Solution

Built Environment

Overview

Vantage UAV’s drone technology is revolutionising asset management across the built environment. Our advanced UAV solutions are being leveraged to conduct faster, safer and more cost-effective building inspections for:

  • Housing Associations & ALMOs
  • Public Sector Organisations
  • Private Landlords
  • Developers

From responsive repairs to planned maintenance and energy efficiency programmes, drones deliver precise data outputs in a variety of forms. These actionable insights support workflows with detailed reporting, transforming how organisations manage their building portfolios and compliance.

Common Use Cases

Roof & Facade Inspections

High-resolution imagery and 4K video identifies structural issues, weathering damage and maintenance requirements without scaffolding or access equipment.

Digital Twin Modelling

Create comprehensive 3D digital replicas of buildings and estates for enhanced asset management, planning and stakeholder communication.

Solar Panel Inspections

Thermal imaging and visual inspections detect panel defects, performance issues and maintenance requirements to optimise renewable energy investments.

Development

Our drone services support development projects from initial ground assessments and ongoing construction monitoring through to completion checks for insurance and handover requirements.

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Facade Inspections

External building assessments provide critical monitoring of cladding systems, render and brickwork to ensure structural integrity and building safety compliance. Post-Grenfell, regulations now require systematic evaluation of external wall materials and fire safety on all high-rise buildings. Our drone surveys deliver this information quickly and effectively, with detailed documentation needed for ongoing safety obligations.

Window frames, door systems and external insulation are assessed for deterioration, seal failures and performance issues that may impact building energy efficiency and weather resistance. Our drone inspections deliver data for thorough safety evaluations of balcony structures and external access routes, ensuring full compliance with building safety regulations.

Survey findings and notes can be recorded via our online asset management portal, allowing quick prioritisation of critical safety issues and routine maintenance needs. All inspection data integrates seamlessly into your asset management systems to create a comprehensive digital record that supports both immediate decision-making and long-term building lifecycle planning.

Hard-to-Reach Access

Drone technology provides safe access to previously inaccessible building elements including chimneys, high-level decorative features, clock towers and angled facades that would typically require expensive specialist access equipment. Internal courtyards, lift shaft equipment and external fire escape routes receive full assessments without the safety risks associated with traditional inspection methods.

Underground car park ventilation systems and external intake points are systematically evaluated to ensure proper functionality and compliance with building regulations.

Buildings over 18 metres (or 7 storeys) require enhanced inspection under the Building Safety Act 2022, with external walls needing comprehensive assessment every 5 years as a minimum. Our drone surveys quickly deliver the detailed photographic evidence, condition reports and precise location mapping required for building safety documentation. This includes mandatory inspections of cladding, structural elements and fire safety features that must be submitted to the Building Safety Regulator.

Ongoing Condition Monitoring

Scheduled drone surveys track building deterioration patterns over time, enabling predictive maintenance planning and accurate budget forecasting. Rapid post-storm assessments provide documented evidence for insurance claims, while warranty period monitoring captures time-stamped, new-build defects for contractor claims.

Monitoring insights can feed directly into your asset management system, with pre-scheduled Vantage UAV drone assessments delivering consistent building information while eliminating the administrative burden of coordinating regular inspections.

Internal and Confined Space Inspections

Our caged drones provide us with the capability to offer safe access to confined spaces including roof voids, plant rooms, water tanks, wells and service tunnels without putting maintenance teams at risk. Our compact caged drones can navigate restricted areas to assess structural elements and mechanical installations while eliminating costly confined space safety procedures.

Using our handheld scanner, we can create comprehensive internal building inspections covering common areas, rooms, stairwells, lift shafts and basement spaces. This combined approach delivers complete building oversight, supporting external and internal planned maintenance while maintaining the highest safety standards.

3D Digital Twin Modelling

Using our advanced technology, we develop 3D replicas of your buildings and assets to provide a dynamic digital model that serves as the source of truth for all building information. These digital twins combine overlapping high-resolution 2D imagery from various angles with LiDAR point-cloud data to construct the 3D model within a single interactive platform. Our browser based virtual inspection platform enables you to assess the condition of assets, annotate, measure and report from the comfort of your desk or even on your mobile device. Find out more about 3D Modelling here.

Our asset management platform provides unprecedented ease for visualising, navigating and inspecting assets from 360°, allowing users to focus on identifying defects or areas of interest. This centralised data storage eliminates information silos between departments and guarantees every team works from identical, up-to-date building intelligence that supports Golden Thread of Information requirements.

Digital twins enable sophisticated scenario planning and lifecycle management, allowing teams to model different maintenance strategies and budget allocations before committing. Historical condition data can overlay with current surveys to reveal deterioration patterns that support evidence-based decision-making for long-term asset management plans. These interactive 3D models facilitate clear communication between asset managers, contractors and residents through visual context that reduces travel costs and ensures project understanding.

Planned Maintenance

Elevate your maintenance strategy with proactive drone-enabled inspections for comprehensive asset management.

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Facade Inspections

External building assessments provide critical monitoring of cladding systems, render and brickwork to ensure structural integrity and building safety compliance. Post-Grenfell, regulations now require systematic evaluation of external wall materials and fire safety on all high-rise buildings. Our drone surveys deliver this information quickly and effectively, with detailed documentation needed for ongoing safety obligations.

Window frames, door systems and external insulation are assessed for deterioration, seal failures and performance issues that may impact building energy efficiency and weather resistance. Our drone inspections deliver data for thorough safety evaluations of balcony structures and external access routes, ensuring full compliance with building safety regulations.

Survey findings and notes can be recorded via our online asset management portal, allowing quick prioritisation of critical safety issues and routine maintenance needs. All inspection data integrates seamlessly into your asset management systems to create a comprehensive digital record that supports both immediate decision-making and long-term building lifecycle planning.

Hard-to-Reach Access

Drone technology provides safe access to previously inaccessible building elements including chimneys, high-level decorative features, clock towers and angled facades that would typically require expensive specialist access equipment. Internal courtyards, lift shaft equipment and external fire escape routes receive full assessments without the safety risks associated with traditional inspection methods.

Underground car park ventilation systems and external intake points are systematically evaluated to ensure proper functionality and compliance with building regulations.

Buildings over 18 metres (or 7 storeys) require enhanced inspection under the Building Safety Act 2022, with external walls needing comprehensive assessment every 5 years as a minimum. Our drone surveys quickly deliver the detailed photographic evidence, condition reports and precise location mapping required for building safety documentation. This includes mandatory inspections of cladding, structural elements and fire safety features that must be submitted to the Building Safety Regulator.

https://vantage-uav-site-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/11.+Clock+tower+video.mp4

Planned Maintenance

Elevate your maintenance strategy with proactive drone-enabled inspections for comprehensive asset management.
Select Section
Roof Inspections
Facade Inspections
Hard-to-Reach Access
Ongoing Condition Monitoring
Internal and Confined Space Inspections
3D Digital Twin Modelling

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Development

Our drone services support development projects from initial ground assessments and ongoing construction monitoring through to completion checks for insurance and handover requirements.

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Facade Inspections

External building assessments provide critical monitoring of cladding systems, render and brickwork to ensure structural integrity and building safety compliance. Post-Grenfell, regulations now require systematic evaluation of external wall materials and fire safety on all high-rise buildings. Our drone surveys deliver this information quickly and effectively, with detailed documentation needed for ongoing safety obligations.

Window frames, door systems and external insulation are assessed for deterioration, seal failures and performance issues that may impact building energy efficiency and weather resistance. Our drone inspections deliver data for thorough safety evaluations of balcony structures and external access routes, ensuring full compliance with building safety regulations.

Survey findings and notes can be recorded via our online asset management portal, allowing quick prioritisation of critical safety issues and routine maintenance needs. All inspection data integrates seamlessly into your asset management systems to create a comprehensive digital record that supports both immediate decision-making and long-term building lifecycle planning.

Hard-to-Reach Access

Drone technology provides safe access to previously inaccessible building elements including chimneys, high-level decorative features, clock towers and angled facades that would typically require expensive specialist access equipment. Internal courtyards, lift shaft equipment and external fire escape routes receive full assessments without the safety risks associated with traditional inspection methods.

Underground car park ventilation systems and external intake points are systematically evaluated to ensure proper functionality and compliance with building regulations.

Buildings over 18 metres (or 7 storeys) require enhanced inspection under the Building Safety Act 2022, with external walls needing comprehensive assessment every 5 years as a minimum. Our drone surveys quickly deliver the detailed photographic evidence, condition reports and precise location mapping required for building safety documentation. This includes mandatory inspections of cladding, structural elements and fire safety features that must be submitted to the Building Safety Regulator.

Ongoing Condition Monitoring

Scheduled drone surveys track building deterioration patterns over time, enabling predictive maintenance planning and accurate budget forecasting. Rapid post-storm assessments provide documented evidence for insurance claims, while warranty period monitoring captures time-stamped, new-build defects for contractor claims.

Monitoring insights can feed directly into your asset management system, with pre-scheduled Vantage UAV drone assessments delivering consistent building information while eliminating the administrative burden of coordinating regular inspections.

Internal and Confined Space Inspections

Our caged drones provide us with the capability to offer safe access to confined spaces including roof voids, plant rooms, water tanks, wells and service tunnels without putting maintenance teams at risk. Our compact caged drones can navigate restricted areas to assess structural elements and mechanical installations while eliminating costly confined space safety procedures.

Using our handheld scanner, we can create comprehensive internal building inspections covering common areas, rooms, stairwells, lift shafts and basement spaces. This combined approach delivers complete building oversight, supporting external and internal planned maintenance while maintaining the highest safety standards.

3D Digital Twin Modelling

Using our advanced technology, we develop 3D replicas of your buildings and assets to provide a dynamic digital model that serves as the source of truth for all building information. These digital twins combine overlapping high-resolution 2D imagery from various angles with LiDAR point-cloud data to construct the 3D model within a single interactive platform. Our browser based virtual inspection platform enables you to assess the condition of assets, annotate, measure and report from the comfort of your desk or even on your mobile device. Find out more about 3D Modelling here.

Our asset management platform provides unprecedented ease for visualising, navigating and inspecting assets from 360°, allowing users to focus on identifying defects or areas of interest. This centralised data storage eliminates information silos between departments and guarantees every team works from identical, up-to-date building intelligence that supports Golden Thread of Information requirements.

Digital twins enable sophisticated scenario planning and lifecycle management, allowing teams to model different maintenance strategies and budget allocations before committing. Historical condition data can overlay with current surveys to reveal deterioration patterns that support evidence-based decision-making for long-term asset management plans. These interactive 3D models facilitate clear communication between asset managers, contractors and residents through visual context that reduces travel costs and ensures project understanding.

Planned Maintenance

Elevate your maintenance strategy with proactive drone-enabled inspections for comprehensive asset management.

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Facade Inspections

External building assessments provide critical monitoring of cladding systems, render and brickwork to ensure structural integrity and building safety compliance. Post-Grenfell, regulations now require systematic evaluation of external wall materials and fire safety on all high-rise buildings. Our drone surveys deliver this information quickly and effectively, with detailed documentation needed for ongoing safety obligations.

Window frames, door systems and external insulation are assessed for deterioration, seal failures and performance issues that may impact building energy efficiency and weather resistance. Our drone inspections deliver data for thorough safety evaluations of balcony structures and external access routes, ensuring full compliance with building safety regulations.

Survey findings and notes can be recorded via our online asset management portal, allowing quick prioritisation of critical safety issues and routine maintenance needs. All inspection data integrates seamlessly into your asset management systems to create a comprehensive digital record that supports both immediate decision-making and long-term building lifecycle planning.

Hard-to-Reach Access

Drone technology provides safe access to previously inaccessible building elements including chimneys, high-level decorative features, clock towers and angled facades that would typically require expensive specialist access equipment. Internal courtyards, lift shaft equipment and external fire escape routes receive full assessments without the safety risks associated with traditional inspection methods.

Underground car park ventilation systems and external intake points are systematically evaluated to ensure proper functionality and compliance with building regulations.

Buildings over 18 metres (or 7 storeys) require enhanced inspection under the Building Safety Act 2022, with external walls needing comprehensive assessment every 5 years as a minimum. Our drone surveys quickly deliver the detailed photographic evidence, condition reports and precise location mapping required for building safety documentation. This includes mandatory inspections of cladding, structural elements and fire safety features that must be submitted to the Building Safety Regulator.

https://vantage-uav-site-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/11.+Clock+tower+video.mp4

Planned Maintenance

Elevate your maintenance strategy with proactive drone-enabled inspections for comprehensive asset management.
Select Section
Roof Inspections
Facade Inspections
Hard-to-Reach Access
Ongoing Condition Monitoring
Internal and Confined Space Inspections
3D Digital Twin Modelling

Roof Inspections

Comprehensive drone surveys provide detailed assessments of roof condition without the safety risk and cost associated with traditional access methods. Our high-resolution imagery captures structural integrity issues including sagging, cracking and deterioration patterns that develop over time. This enables proactive maintenance planning before minor issues become major structural problems.

Gutter and drainage systems receive thorough evaluation to identify blockages, damage and water pooling that can lead to costly water ingress and structural damage. Chimney stacks, ventilation systems and other roof-mounted equipment are systematically assessed for structural condition and functionality, ensuring all elements continue to perform safely and effectively.

Our asset management portal enables effective issue identification, allowing your team to categorise issues by severity and urgency while adding detailed notes as required. This information can be instantly compiled into comprehensive reports and distributed to relevant maintenance teams, while simultaneously storing all data for Golden Thread of Information compliance and future reference.

Advanced thermal imaging capabilities detect heat loss and solar panel performance. For comprehensive energy efficiency inspections, see our dedicated Energy Efficiency section.

Key Benefits

Cost-Effective Operations
Reduce expensive specialist access equipment and confined space procedures while delivering comprehensive building assessments at a fraction of traditional inspection costs.
Proactive Risk Management
Identify health, safety and structural issues before they escalate, supporting tenant welfare and regulatory obligations.
Enhanced Safety & Compliance
Eliminate dangerous access requirements while ensuring full compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Post-Grenfell regulations and Golden Thread of Information.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Integrate all inspection data into your asset management systems for predictive maintenance planning, accurate budget forecasting and evidence-based long-term lifecycle strategies.

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Book a call with us to discuss your requirements and have any questions answered.

Grace Hammond
Head of Services - Built Environment

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Jon White
Technical Solutions Manager / Pilot

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