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Questions:
What is mast photography?
Aerial Mast Photography is a form of aerial photography, where instead of a picture being taken from a plane, helicopter, kite or remote control vehicle, photographs are taken from a remotely operated camera mounted on the top of a telescopic mast. Typically these masts are vehicle mounted and can extend to heights of around 26m (90ft or even 100ft). Smaller masts of around 15m are also used often without the need for a vehicle to support them.
Is a picture from a plane better?
The results from mast based aerial photography and plane based photography are very different. Plane based photography can record much larger areas of land in one picture and capture pictures looking straight downwards if required. Mast photography is significantly cheaper, and still allows fairly large areas of land to be photographed in detail. It also allows the shot to be composed better, and customers to view the shot from ground level before it is taken.
Is your aerial photography expensive?
Its actually very affordable, and much cheaper than using plane based photography. The best way to get a price is to call or email us and discuss your requirements and we will provide an exact quote quickly.
Is it safe?
When mast photography is carried out by professionals like the Aerial Viewpoint team it is both a very safe and quick method of carrying out aerial photography. In fact our aerial survey eliminates many of the health and safety issues associated with traditional survey methods. It can reduce or remove the need to access a roof or to use scaffolding, cherry pickers or ladders during a roof or building survey.
How do I choose an aerial photographer?
Look at their work and see if its of a standard you are happy with. Its not worth using a really cheap aerial photographer if the pictures are no good, especially if the pictures are to be used to sell a home or property or given as a gift. Check that the pictures seen on an aerial photographers website or in their marketing material were actually taken by them (they often aren't!!!).
Why should I use Aerial Viewpoint?
Aerial Viewpoint Ltd are established and professional aerial mast photography specialists with hundreds of satisfied customers. We work with some of the best estate agents in the country to add stunning and sellable pictures to their brochures and have had pictures published in Country Life, The Times property section, Country Living, Lincolnshire Life, Lincolnshire Pride and more. We have worked with The National trust and several international companies with our aerial survey work. We have worked with several architects and County Councils to photograph award winning developments. We have also made many people happy by providing pictures of their homes as presents.
Our reputation is incredibly important to us, we believe every picture counts in maintaining the excellent reputation we have gained. We always work hard to produce the results that the customer wants and we often exceed their expectations. Please contact us should you be interested in using our services.
What about the weather?
Aerial Viewpoint can work in most weather conditions if required (except extreme wind and thunder storms). So if you need a picture doing urgently and the weathers bad we can probably still get it for you. If good weather is required for the picture we will wait for the right moment or if necessary we can digitally improve the weather for you.
What formats do you use?
We are fully digital, pictures can be supplied in JPEG, TIFF or even RAW format, Video can be supplied in AVI or MPEG formats as requested. We are also happy to print your pictures, get them enlarged framed, printed on canvas or acrylic or made into posters.
How do you supply the photographs?
Pictures are generally supplied in JPEC format on CD, but can be provided in many other formats if required(see above).
Do I have to be there?
Customers do not have to attend the photo shoot although they are welcome to if they want. We often photograph customers houses during the day when they are at work and are always well presented and curteous and treat our customers property with great respect.
Can I get a picture of my house?
We are happy to provide individual pictures of houses and/or gardens for homeowners or as a gift for friends and family. These can be enlarged and framed if required. Please contact us for pricing.
How do you survey a roof?
We can cover a roof with detailed photographs, pinpointing problems accurately and quickly. We will set up at various positions around the building in question to photograph all elevations of the building or roof.
Do you work throughout the UK?
We are based in the east midlands, and are happy to work throughout the country.
What if I want the picture from my back garden?
If we cannot get access to the best location to take photographs from with our van, we have a smaller tripod mounted mast(15m height) which we can use. This still provides great photos and can even be used inside buildings if required.
How quickly can you do the job?
We have a very fast turnaround, most jobs can be carried out within a couple of weeks if not sooner (dependant on weather).
When will I get my pictures?
Pictures can be supplied immediately after the work is carried out if required. If any additional digital photoshop work is required the pictures can be posted or emailed to the customer within a few days.
How many pictures will I get?
We aim to provide you with the picture that you want and are really pleased with. Before carrying out the work we will discuss your exact requirements and the number of different views you want capturing. We generally will take (and give to the customer) views from several different mast heights.
How long does it take?
If conditions are good we can often get a job completed within an hour, although our aim is your satisfaction and we work hard to get the picture you want.
Does thermal survey have to be done at night?
Not always, often dull days or winter afternoons and evenings can be suitable.
Can I see the picture before its taken?
Pictures can be viewed from ground level via a laptop. This ensures we get the best composition possible and allows input from the customer.
Are the pictures good for websites?
Our pictures are often used on websites, and can really add impact to both online and offline marketing material. Pictures for websites can be supplied at 72ppi if requested.