Drone Services Indicative Fees
Indicative Fees from 7 April 2025
The tables below is an example of our charging pattern. Costs are mostly generated by on site chargeable time, as well as preparation and processing time in the office. We are happy to provide a quote for your specific requirements, so use the
Quick Contact form or call 01635 635938 to find out more.
Drone Ops Fees
| Hourly Rate | Total Rate | + VAT (20%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard* Operations Hourly Rate | £185 | £185 | £222 |
| Standard Operations Half-Day Rate | £150 | £600 | £720 |
| Standard Operations Day Rate | £118.75 | £950 | £1,140 |
| Complex* Operations Daily | POA | POA | POA |
| Project Rate | POA | POA | POA |
| FRZ Flight Authorisation Process (sites near airports, prisons, etc.) | N/A | £30.00 | £36.00 |
Processing Fees
| Hourly Rate | + VAT (20%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Data Processing (photogrammetry services) | £80 | £96 |
| Video Editing | £75 | £90 |
| Photo Editing | £70 | £84 |
Example Fees
- Requirement 1. Unedited aerial photos of small commercial premises for website: 1hr on site drone ops. Raw photos delivered in Hi/Low Res JPEG format = £185 +VAT
- Requirement 2. High accuracy photo/topo map of <8ha site: 2hr on site (£360) and 4 hours processing time (£320) = £680 +VAT
- Requirement 3. Monthly progress imagery of 2yr construction development: 2hr first visit then 23 monthly 1hr visits with 1hr editing per visit = £262.50 +VAT per month £6,300 +VAT over 2yrs.
Transparent and Guaranteed Quotes
We believe in transparency when it comes to pricing. Once we’ve gathered the necessary information about your task and location, we carry out an initial scoping to fully understand your requirements. The quote you receive is not an estimate; it’s the amount you will be invoiced for. We take pride in delivering on our promises and will never exceed the quoted amount without discussing it with you first. In cases of delayed access or additional tasks, we always apply the most favourable overtime rate to ensure fairness. Your trust and confidence in our service are incredibly important to us.
