Drone
Professional drone and thermal imaging surveys for roofs, chimneys, gutters, and whole properties. See everything without scaffolding.
10 services available across Exeter and surrounding areas.

Getting onto a roof is expensive, disruptive, and risky. Scaffolding costs hundreds before anyone even looks at your roof. Our DJI Matrice 4 Thermal drone changes the game - capturing HD photos, 4K video, and radiometric thermal imagery from every angle, safely from the ground. We provide detailed inspection reports for roofs, chimneys, gutters, insulation, solar panels, and whole properties. Thermal imaging reveals hidden problems invisible to the naked eye - moisture trapped under membranes, insulation gaps letting heat escape, faulty solar cells. Whether you're investigating a leak, planning maintenance, documenting storm damage for insurance, or just want to know what state your roof is in, drone inspection is faster, safer, and cheaper than traditional access methods.
Why Choose Hembury Contracting?
Sam operates a professional DJI Matrice 4 Thermal drone, combining high-resolution visual cameras with radiometric thermal imaging. Fully insured for drone operations and with deep knowledge of Exeter's housing stock - from Victorian terraces to modern estates. You get clear, honest reporting with photos you can actually understand, not technical jargon.
What We Offer
- No scaffolding needed - saves you hundreds
- Thermal imaging reveals hidden moisture and heat loss
- HD photos and 4K video reports included
- Fully insured for commercial drone operations
- Fast turnaround - most surveys done in a single visit
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01392 964094All Drone Services
Drone chimney inspection in Exeter
Chimney stack, pot, and flashing checked from every angle. No scaffolding needed.
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Drone gutter inspection in Exeter
Check gutters, fascias, and soffits from above. Spot blockages, damage, and rot without ladders.
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Drone property survey in Exeter
Complete aerial assessment of your property. HD photos and video from every angle.
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Drone roof inspection in Exeter
See your entire roof from above. No scaffolding, no ladders, no risk. HD photos and video of every tile.
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Flat roof inspection in Exeter
Flat roofs are hard to check from ground level. Drone and thermal imaging reveals the full picture.
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Insurance claim documentation in Exeter
Aerial evidence for insurance claims. HD photos and video of storm damage, roof problems, and more.
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Solar panel inspection in Exeter
Thermal imaging finds faulty cells, hotspots, and underperforming panels without getting on your roof.
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Storm damage assessment in Exeter
After a storm, get a full aerial damage report fast. See exactly what needs fixing before calling trades.
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Thermal insulation survey in Exeter
Find where your home is losing heat. Thermal imaging shows cold spots, failed insulation, and hidden draughts.
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Thermal roof survey in Exeter
Thermal imaging reveals hidden heat loss, moisture, and insulation gaps your eyes can't see.
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Drone Services in Exeter & Surrounding Areas
We provide drone services across Exeter and a 30 mile radius. Select your location:
Common Questions About Drone
How accurate is the temperature reading?
The DJI Matrice 4 Thermal uses a radiometric camera that records precise temperature data at every pixel - not just approximate colour ranges. It's accurate to within ±2°C, which is more than sufficient to identify problem areas.
Will it disturb my neighbours?
The DJI Matrice 4 is surprisingly quiet for a commercial drone. Flights are short (under an hour typically) and we stay within your property boundary as much as possible. We always notify immediate neighbours as a courtesy.
My chimney is leaking - can you find out why?
A drone inspection is a great first step. We can check the flashing, pointing, pot condition, and stack for cracks. Combined with thermal imaging, we can often pinpoint where moisture is entering. This saves you from paying for scaffolding just to diagnose the problem.
What's the difference between this and a thermal roof survey?
A roof survey focuses on the roof structure from above. An insulation survey covers the whole property - walls, windows, doors, roof, and ground floor. It's a complete thermal health check of your home, identifying everywhere heat is escaping.
Will my insurance company accept drone photos?
Yes - insurers increasingly accept and even prefer drone evidence. High-resolution, timestamped photos from multiple angles are more comprehensive than a few snaps from a ladder. We've had excellent feedback from insurers on the quality and clarity of our reports.
Is this just for roofs?
No - we assess the whole property. Roofs obviously get the worst of storm damage, but we also check chimneys, gutters, fascias, and can identify structural damage to walls. The aerial perspective shows things that are invisible from ground level.
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