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    How Much Do Earthworks & Stockpile Drone Surveys Cost? UK Guide

    Pricing for volumetric surveys, stockpile measurement and earthworks monitoring - what drives cost and how to budget for regular site monitoring.

    This article is part of our cost guide series. For a quick pricing overview, see our pricing page. For a tailored quote, contact us.

    Indicative Pricing

    The following ranges are indicative "from" prices. Every site is different - we scope every job individually based on site size, complexity, access, deliverable detail and turnaround time.

    PackageSite SizePrice Range
    One-Off SurveySingle site visit£600 – £2,000+
    Monitoring PackageRegular scheduled visitsFrom £400/visit

    Typical Project: Scaling with site size and frequency

    What Drives The Cost?

    Site Size & Complexity

    Larger sites require more flight time, more data and more processing. Complex terrain or dense obstacles add planning and capture time.

    Access & Terrain

    Remote, rural or difficult-to-access sites may require additional logistics. Terrain that needs ground control points adds setup time.

    Deliverable Detail

    Raw imagery costs less than an orthomosaic, which costs less than a full classified point cloud or CAD drawing. More detail = more processing time.

    Equipment Required

    LiDAR surveys require the M350 RTK with R3 Pro sensor. Photogrammetric surveys use different payloads. The right tool for the job affects cost.

    Turnaround Time

    Standard delivery is 3-5 working days. Rush turnaround (48 hours or less) carries a premium for prioritised processing.

    Always Use A Qualified, Insured Operator

    Unlicensed drone operators can't produce admissible survey data, don't carry adequate insurance, and can't operate safely on construction sites. We hold full CAA authorisations (GVC, PDRA01, A2CofC), £5m public liability, £2m professional indemnity, CSCS cards and SSIP accreditation. See full credentials.

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