The Vale's Coastal Specialists
High-resolution drone surveys for exposed coastal properties and period homes.
1. Get Free Quote
Submit the form. We calculate the travel rate from our HQ to your Vale postcode (approx £20-£35).
2. Arrive & Pay
Accept the quote to book. To prevent fraud, payment is only taken upon arrival once flight safety is confirmed.
3. The 20-Min Scan
We use quiet, high-stability drones to scan even in breezy coastal conditions common in Penarth or Barry.
4. Receive Data Package
You receive a PDF Condition Report and a link to every raw image & 4K video to show your insurer or roofer.
The "Coastal" Guarantee
The Vale weather can be unpredictable. If we arrive and cannot fly due to sudden wind or rain, you do not pay a penny.
*Disclaimer: Rescheduled visits are billed at the original quoted rate.
No Scaffolding Required.
Why pay for access when you can pay for the truth?
For tall properties in Penarth or large homes in Cowbridge, hiring scaffolding just to "take a look" can cost £500+.
Our drone survey solves this instantly:
- ✅ Identify Storm Damage: Clear 4K evidence for your insurer.
- ✅ Check Chimneys & Flashing: Inspect high-level areas safely.
- ✅ Protect Your Property: Non-destructive inspection—no ladders leaning on tiles.
Don't Ask a Roofer if You Need a New Roof
We are Independent Data Collectors. We don't fix roofs, so we have no incentive to "find" extra work.
1. The Incentive
The Roofer: Makes money by finding defects and selling materials.
CalonTerra: We charge a fixed flat fee. Our price is the same whether your roof is perfect or needs repair.
2. The Evidence
The Roofer: Often relies on verbal opinions or blurry ground-level photos.
CalonTerra: A downloadable Visual Condition Report with zoomed-in 4K evidence.
3. The Cost
The Roofer: You pay for access (ladders) just for an estimate.
CalonTerra: A small fee for the truth. Only pay a tradesman to fix the specific damage you can see.
Buying or Selling?
"The survey flagged a roof issue in Cowbridge."
Period properties in the Vale often have complex roofs. Standard surveys might state "Roof not inspected - obscured." We provide the high-level evidence your lender requires.
The Solution: Clear, visual evidence to resolve mortgage retentions or negotiate sales.
Insurance Claims & Storm Damage
If you are claiming for "Storm Event" damage, your insurer will demand proof that the damage is recent.
- ✅ HD Evidence: 4K photos of fresh damage.
- ✅ Date-Stamped Data: Proof for your claim.
- ✅ Independent Validation: Unbiased reports.
Typical Defects We Expose
Damaged / Slipped Tiles
Identify slipped or missing slates causing water ingress. Critical for Trace and Access.
Chimney Stack Pointing
Check for lead flashing issues and salt corrosion on tall coastal stacks.
Blocked Guttering Check
Spot vegetation growth and sagging brackets from above.
Fascia / Soffit Issues
Identify water damage and rot on wooden fascia boards.
Vale of Glamorgan Pricing
Base Rate + Travel (Calculated by CF Postcode).
Basic Check
From £145*
"Is my chimney okay?"
- • 15 Minute Flight
- • Raw Images Provided
- • Single issue check
Full Condition Report
From £265*
Most Popular.
- • Full Roof & Chimney Scan
- • PDF Condition Report
- • Defect Highlighting
- • For Standard 3-Bed House
*Plus travel fee (approx £20-£35)
Estate Agents
Volume
Property Management.
- • Marketing Photos
- • Roof Reports
- • Pre-Purchase Surveys
*Pricing based on standard residential properties.
Pilot Certification & Insurance
Your assurance for a safe, compliant, and discreet survey.
CAA Operational Authorisation
Highest standard of UK CAA certification.
- ✅ Fully Insured: £5M Public Liability.
- ✅ Discreet Operation: Quiet, small drones.
- ✅ GDPR Compliant: Secure data management.
Vale of Glamorgan Roof Inspections
Serving the entire Vale district. Independent assessments you can trust.
- 📍 Cowbridge Town
- 📍 Penarth & Sulley
- 📍 Barry & Rhoose
- 📍 Llantwit Major
- 📍 Dinas Powys
- 📍 Ogmore-by-Sea
Common Problems We Identify
The Vale Defect Analysis
Addressing common issues in coastal & rural Vale properties:
- Salt Corrosion: Checking lead flashing and mortar on exposed Penarth/Barry cliffsides.
- Rural Period Homes: Inspecting high chimneys on large Cowbridge estates without scaffolds.
- Wind Uplift: Spotting loose tiles on properties exposed to Bristol Channel gales.
- Thatched Properties: Non-destructive visual height checks (Consulting aid only).
Book Your Vale Survey
Select your package below.