Drone Surveys
Ortho-Rectified Photography
High-accuracy ortho-rectified photography for commercial, heritage and large-scale development projects
What is ortho-rectified photography?
Ortho-rectified photography is the process of correcting aerial or elevation imagery so that it becomes geometrically accurate and measurable. Unlike standard photographs, ortho-rectified images are corrected for perspective, lens distortion and scale variation, allowing them to be used reliably alongside survey data, CAD drawings and BIM workflows.
At Fosse Surveying, we produce high-accuracy ortho-rectified photography using drone surveys, laser scanning and established survey control methods. This provides architects, developers, engineers and conservation teams with accurate visual records that can support planning, façade analysis, refurbishment and building documentation.
Accurate visual data for commercial and heritage projects
Ortho-rectified photography is particularly valuable for large commercial buildings, complex elevations, heritage structures and difficult-to-access environments where traditional measurement methods may be more disruptive or time-intensive.
The resulting imagery provides a measurable, scaled visual reference that can be used for façade inspections, planning submissions, restoration works, condition assessments and external envelope analysis. This allows project teams to review highly detailed site information while reducing the need for repeat access or intrusive surveying methods.
Integrated with survey and BIM workflows
Our ortho-rectified photography can be integrated directly with measured building surveys, point cloud data and BIM-ready models, helping create a coordinated digital representation of the site.
By combining high-resolution imagery with survey-grade control, Fosse Surveying provides dependable outputs suitable for architects, contractors, conservation specialists and commercial property teams working on complex refurbishment and redevelopment projects.
Why accurate ortho-rectified photography matters
Survey-grade visual accuracy
Images are corrected and aligned to survey control data, creating accurate and measurable visual outputs.
Ideal for complex façades
Suitable for commercial buildings, heritage assets and difficult-to-access structures requiring detailed visual analysis.
Supports planning and refurbishment
Provides reliable visual records for planning submissions, restoration projects and external envelope assessments.
Integrated with digital workflows
Ortho imagery aligns with CAD, BIM and measured survey data for coordinated project delivery.
What’s included in ortho-rectified photography
High-resolution orthographic imagery
Drone-based image capture
Façade and elevation photography
Geo-referenced image outputs
Measurable elevation imagery
Survey control integration
CAD and BIM-compatible outputs
Heritage and conservation documentation
FAQs
What is ortho-rectified photography used for?
Ortho-rectified photography is commonly used for façade analysis, heritage documentation, planning applications, refurbishment projects and commercial building inspections.
How is ortho-rectified photography different from standard photography?
Unlike standard photography, ortho-rectified imagery is geometrically corrected and scaled, allowing accurate measurements and integration with survey data.
Can ortho-rectified photography be used with BIM and CAD software?
Yes. Ortho-rectified imagery can be integrated with CAD drawings, BIM workflows and measured building survey data.
Is ortho-rectified photography suitable for heritage buildings?
Absolutely. It is particularly valuable for historic and listed buildings where accurate visual records are required without intrusive access methods.
Our Promise
We will tailor your surveys to suit the requirements of your project, providing the most important information for efficient completion
Using state-of-the-art equipment, our surveys are conducted to best practice, providing cost-effective, but professional results
Our surveys are provided in any format for your convenience
Our expert surveyors are happy to supply any additional information that may be fundamental to your project’s success
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Get in touch today
If you’re looking for a company that provides high quality surveying that offers an excellent all round customer experience, you’ve come to the right place.
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- 07359 617813 on-site team
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