NP11's Local Valley Specialists
High-resolution drone audits for forestry-proximate and valley-core properties.
1. Get Free Quote
Submit the form. We are based in NP4, so NP11 residents pay Zero Travel Costs.
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 high-stability drones to scan complex valley roofs. Ideal for forestry-proximate homes in Risca or narrow-street access in Crosskeys.
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 "Valley Fog" Guarantee
Western Valley weather can be deceptive. If we arrive and cannot fly due to sudden fog, wind, or low cloud cover, you do not pay a penny.
*Disclaimer: Rescheduled visits are billed at the original quoted rate.
Non-Destructive Valley Inspections.
Why pay for access when you can pay for data?
Hiring access equipment for valley-floor properties in Risca or forestry-proximate homes in Pontymister can be complex and expensive.
Our drone survey provides a faster, more practical alternative:
- ✅ Evidence for Insurance: Validation for storm damage claims with 4K photos.
- ✅ Forestry Proximity Checks: Identifying moss, lichen, and gutter siltation from nearby trees.
- ✅ Trace and Access: Find the exact entry point of a leak in minutes.
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, selling materials, and increasing the job scope.
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 photos.
CalonTerra: A downloadable Visual Condition Report with zoomed-in 4K evidence.
3. The Cost
The Roofer: You may pay for access (ladders/scaffolding) 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 in NP11?
"The survey flagged a potential roof issue."
Banks often demand a "Specialist Roof Report" before releasing funds on valley properties. Standard surveys often can't see high, complex roofs properly.
The Solution: We provide the high-level evidence your lender requires to lift the retention.
Insurance Claims & Valley Weather
If you are claiming for "Storm Event" or "Weather Exposure" damage common in the Sirhowy Valley, 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 on valley-exposed pitches.
Chimney Stack Pointing
Check for cracked pointing and lead flashing issues on period properties, especially those prone to moisture.
Blocked Guttering Check
Spot moss accumulation and siltation from forestry proximity.
Fascia / Soffit Issues
Identify water damage and rot on wooden fascia boards.
NP11 Housing Intelligence
Our drones are calibrated to spot specific defects common to the Western Valleys area:
- Forestry Proximity: Identifying biological growth (moss, lichen) and gutter siltation near Sirhowy forest.
- Valley Floor Moisture: Detecting mortar failure and tile displacement in shaded, high-humidity areas.
- Heritage Shopfronts: Non-invasive checks for lead valley degradation on older commercial cores.
- Crosskeys Incline: Inspecting for uplift damage on wind-exposed upper pitches.
Risca & Pontymister Pricing
Base Rate (Zero Travel Cost for NP11 Postcodes).
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 any applicable forestry/valley surcharges
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 (GVC & A2 CofC) for complex operations.
- ✅ Fully Insured: £5M Public Liability.
- ✅ Discreet Operation: Quiet, small drones.
- ✅ GDPR Compliant: Secure data management.
Western Valleys Roof Inspections
Serving Risca, Pontymister, Crosskeys & The Valleys. Independent assessments you can trust.
- 📍 Risca Town
- 📍 Pontymister
- 📍 Crosskeys
- 📍 Wattsville
- 📍 Trefforest
- 📍 Llanellen
Common Problems We Identify
Common Problems We Identify
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