TRUENORTH AERIALS
Precision. Safety. Insight.
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At True North Aerials, we specialise in high-resolution aerial inspections for roofs, buildings, and hard-to-reach assets.
Our mission is simple — to help clients see more, spend less, and stay safely on the ground.
Using advanced drone technology and CAA-certified expertise, we capture crystal-clear visual data that replaces ladders, scaffolding, and guesswork with sharp, actionable insight.
OUR CORE SERVICE
Aerial Inspection & Surveying
We deliver detailed visual assessments of residential, commercial, and industrial structures.
From missing tiles to water ingress, corrosion, or storm damage — our drones reveal what the naked eye can’t reach safely.
Each inspection is carried out under strict operational procedures, with full insurance and CAA compliance, ensuring every flight meets professional and safety standards.
My
Story
Paul Maxam – Founder & Chief Pilot
Get to Know Me
I launched True North Aerials to unite my love of flight with a vision grounded in clarity, precision, and purpose.
The name True North reflects the values that guide every inspection — being true, focused, and unwavering in pursuit of accurate, reliable results.
With CAA certification, full insurance, and professional-grade equipment, True North Aerials delivers aerial inspection data clients can depend on.
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From detailed roof assessments to structural condition surveys, every flight is conducted with safety, accuracy, and attention to detail at its core.
My goal is simple — to give property and asset managers the insight they need without the risk or cost of working at height.
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Because when it comes to protecting what’s above you, precision matters.
Services
At True North Aerials, we specialise in delivering precise, safe, and reliable aerial inspections across Somerset and the South West.
Our mission is to give clients the clear, actionable data they need to make informed decisions — without the risks, costs, or delays of traditional access methods.
Using CAA-certified pilots and professional-grade drones, we capture detailed visual evidence for roofs, buildings, and assets of all types — helping surveyors, contractors, and property managers see every detail from a safer perspective.
Roof & Building Inspections
Our most in-demand service. We capture high-resolution imagery to identify roof defects, weather damage, and general wear — all without setting foot on a ladder.
Each inspection provides sharp, geo-tagged visuals ready for contractors, surveyors, or insurers.
Ideal for:
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Roofers, surveyors, estate managers
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Homebuyers or sellers needing pre-sale checks
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Maintenance and repair planning
Benefits:
✔ No scaffolding required
✔ Rapid capture and reporting
✔ Clear defect evidence with cost-saving insight
Structural & Asset Inspections
We inspect high or hazardous structures safely from the air — reducing risk, cost, and downtime.
Our drones deliver detailed, stabilised imagery for condition assessment, corrosion detection, and documentation.
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Ideal for:
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Industrial sites, telecom towers, and bridges
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Structural engineers and safety inspectors
Benefits:
✔ Safe access to hard-to-reach assets
✔ HD and 4K imagery for close analysis
✔ Minimise operational disruption
Property Portfolio, Facilities & Construction Mapping
For clients responsible for multiple sites, buildings, or ongoing developments, we deliver consistent, repeatable inspections with clear reporting standards.
From estate-wide overviews to construction progress mapping, you get a single, reliable visual source for condition tracking, compliance, and planning.
Ideal for:
• Housing associations, schools, and councils
• Facilities and estate management teams
• Construction and project delivery teams
Benefits:
✔ Standardised inspection data across all sites
✔ Easy-to-share reporting for teams and stakeholders
✔ Supports maintenance planning and construction progress tracking
✔ Reduces site visits and speeds up decision-making
Insurance & Claims Documentation
When damage occurs, time matters. We provide fast, high-quality aerial imagery to document loss, support insurance claims, and verify repair work.
All imagery is time-stamped, geo-tagged, and formatted for professional reporting.
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Ideal for:
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Insurance adjusters and loss assessors
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Homeowners and contractors handling claims
Benefits:
✔ Rapid deployment and turnaround
✔ Clear visual proof for insurers
✔ Supports dispute-free claims resolution
