Drone Surveys for Trees, Ecology & Planning

Our professional drone survey services provide high-resolution aerial data for tree inspections, arboricultural assessments, ecological surveys, and planning projects—delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with UK aviation regulations.

Drones allow us to access canopies, structures, and sensitive habitats that are difficult, unsafe, or impractical to inspect from the ground—reducing risk, cost, and disruption.

What Our Drone Surveys Are Used For

Arboricultural & Tree Surveys

• Aerial inspection of tree crowns, unions, and decay features

• Assessment of storm damage, deadwood, and canopy condition

• Support for BS5837 tree surveys, constraints plans, and impact assessments

• Safer alternative to climbing for preliminary inspections

Ecology & Biodiversity

• Habitat mapping and condition assessment

• Identification of woodland structure, scrub, grassland, and water features

• Support data for Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and BNG assessments

• Reduced disturbance to sensitive habitats and species

Planning & Development

• Site overviews for planning submissions

• Progress monitoring and baseline records

• Constraints mapping for trees, habitats, and landscape features

• Evidence to support planning statements and design decisions

Why Use Drone Surveys?

Improved safety – no climbing, MEWPs, or working at height
Rapid data capture – large sites surveyed quickly
High-resolution imagery – clear evidence for reports and planning
Cost-effective – reduces labour and access costs
Low disturbance – ideal for ecological and sensitive sites

What You Receive

Depending on project requirements, deliverables can include:

• High-resolution aerial photographs

• Annotated inspection images

• Site overview imagery for reports

• Mapping-ready images for CAD / GIS use

• Drone data integrated into arboricultural or ecological reports

All outputs are planning-ready and formatted to support:

• Arboricultural Impact Assessments

• Ecological reports

• BNG calculations

• Planning submissions and discharge of conditions

Fully Licensed & Compliant

Our drone operations are:

• Conducted by CAA-qualified drone pilots

• Fully insured with appropriate public liability cover

• Planned using site-specific risk assessments and flight plans

• Undertaken in accordance with UK airspace and safety regulations

We manage all permissions and safety considerations—so you don’t have to.

When a Drone Survey Is the Right Choice

Drone surveys are ideal where:

• Tree access is restricted or unsafe

• Large or complex sites need rapid overview

• Ecological disturbance must be minimised

• Visual evidence is required for planning or insurance

• Early-stage feasibility data is needed before intrusive works

Pricing & Integration

Drone surveys can be:

• Standalone services, or

• Integrated into tree surveys, ecology reports, and planning packages

This keeps costs down and ensures aerial data directly supports your planning objectives.

Contact us today to discuss your site and receive a clear, fixed quotation.