Improving Asset Management Strategy for Cambridge City Council

Background

Cambridge City Council aimed to improve its asset management strategy by conducting a thorough assessment of the roof conditions across various municipal buildings. Traditional roof inspections presented significant challenges, including high safety risks associated with scaffolding and access limitations, particularly for roofs containing hazardous materials. Recognising the need for a safer, more efficient solution, the council sought the expertise of Sky Revolutions to perform aerial roof condition surveys.

Project requirements

The project involved conducting aerial surveys across eight different building locations owned by Cambridge City Council. The primary objectives included:

• Assessing the condition of each roof to identify defects and areas requiring remediation.
• Minimising safety risks associated with manual inspections.
• Providing high-quality, detailed photographic evidence to assist in maintenance planning.
• Delivering the results in a timely manner to facilitate quick decision-making for repairs.

Methodology

To meet these requirements, Sky Revolutions deployed our lead drone pilot equipped with advanced aerial surveying technology. The methodology involved the following steps:

• Site preparation: Pre-inspection assessments were conducted to identify each building’s roof structure and any potential hazards.
• Aerial survey execution: Three high-resolution drones were used to capture ultra-high-definition images of the roofs from multiple angles. Each drone was equipped with advanced imaging technology to ensure the quality and detail of the photographs.
• Data collection: The drone team captured extensive photographic data covering the entire roof sections at each location. The aerial footage was collected swiftly, ensuring minimal disruption to the buildings and their surroundings.
• Reporting: The collected images were compiled into a comprehensive report. Each photograph was annotated to highlight defects, potential issues, and areas needing remediation. The report included clear recommendations for maintenance and repair based on the observed conditions.
• Post-inspection analysis: Sky Revolutions’ construction experts analysed the photographic data to identify concerns more efficiently than traditional methods, spending additional time on areas that warranted closer examination.

Results

The aerial roof condition surveys provided Cambridge City Council with:

• High-resolution images and detailed reports that identified and documented roof defects.
• A significant reduction in inspection time, allowing for quick decision-making on repairs.
• Enhanced safety, eliminating the need for high-risk manual inspections.

Conclusion

Sky Revolutions successfully delivered a comprehensive and safe aerial roof condition survey for Cambridge City Council, enabling informed maintenance decisions without the risks associated with traditional inspection methods. Our construction expertise and advanced drone technology ensured that the council received timely and actionable insights for their asset management strategy.

If your organisation needs an aerial roof condition survey or similar services, contact our team today to learn more about how we can help. Explore our successful projects, including our work with Lewisham Borough Council, where we helped save approximately £1,000,000 through effective roof surveys.