
Earthworks & Stockpile Surveys in Preston
Volumetric measurement for cut/fill, stockpile monitoring and progress tracking on construction sites.
Earthworks & Stockpile Surveys - Local Expertise
As our home hub, Preston is at the centre of our drone survey operations across Lancashire. From the city centre regeneration projects to the wider South Ribble development corridor, we provide rapid-response LiDAR, roof inspection and earthworks surveys throughout Preston and surrounding areas.
Preston continues to see significant development activity, from the City Deal regeneration around the docklands and Lancashire Enterprise Zone sites to residential expansion across the north and east of the city. These projects demand accurate topographic data, earthworks monitoring and roof inspections - all deliverable from our local base.
Being based in Preston means we can mobilise quickly, understand local planning requirements and access constraints, and build relationships with developers, contractors and consultants working across the city and South Ribble.
Local Landmarks & Reference Points
Key reference points include the city centre, the Docklands regeneration area, Preston Railway Station, the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) campus, and the M6/M55/M65 motorway network that makes Preston a strategic logistics and development hub.
Earthworks & Stockpile Surveys
What earthworks & stockpile surveys Delivers
We fly your site to capture dense aerial data and produce accurate volume calculations for cut/fill, stockpiles and earthworks progress - without shutting down the site.
Regular surveys let you track material movement, verify contractor quantities and report progress with independently measured data.
Our volumetric surveys are faster, safer and more cost-effective than traditional methods, and capture a complete visual record of site progress at the same time.
What You Receive
- Volume calculation reports per stockpile/area
- 3D site model
- Orthomosaic site map
- Cut/fill analysis
- Progress comparison imagery
- Exportable data (CSV, PDF report)
Equipment & Accuracy
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Volume Accuracy | 2-5% typical (site dependent) |
| Resolution | 1-3cm/pixel orthomosaic |
| Platform | DJI M350 RTK |
| Survey Frequency | One-off to weekly monitoring |
| Output Formats | PDF report, CSV, DWG |
| 3D Model | OBJ, LAS, RCP |
Serving Preston And Surrounding Areas
50-mile service radius from our Preston hub








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From £600. Local team, rapid mobilisation from our Preston base.
