Protecting your assets

Independent building envelope specialists since 2008, delivering unbiased assessments using advanced drone technology to protect assets and reduce building costs.

Our services

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Asset Protection

  • We apply a proven, data-driven methodology trusted by major clients to assess, maintain, and protect building assets.

    Through in-depth portfolio analysis aligned with strategic priorities and long-term objectives, we deliver high-quality, value-for-money solutions that minimise risk and maximise asset performance.

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Emergency Building Surveys

  • We offer a responsive, expert-led service for urgent building surveys, ensuring prompt site attendance and accurate identification of issues.* Our advanced drone technology delivers high-resolution imagery and 4K video ensuring comprehensive assessment. If required, thermal imaging and Electronic Leak Test services can be swiftly deployed to provide even more extensive analysis.

    *Flight Restriction Zone & weather dependent

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Roof Inspections
(Guarantee Compliance)

  • We conduct comprehensive roof inspections and deliver detailed photographic records in accordance with manufacturers' requirements, ensuring your existing roof guarantee remains valid.

    We use the latest drone technology to assess roof conditions, eliminating the risks that ladders, scaffolding, and working at height pose.

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Thermographic Imagery & Electronic Leak Test (ELT)

  • We provide fast, non-invasive ELT surveys for commercial roofs with detailed condition reports. This service identifies water ingress or verifies complete waterproofing integrity.

    Using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology, the surveys detect water ingress, heat loss, and moisture build-up to the building envelope, flat roofs, and renewable energy installations.

    Comprehensive inspections deliver precise analysis and thorough reporting to protect your building's integrity, improve sustainability and reduce your carbon footprint.

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About us


Established in 2008, Blue Bear Associates is a completely independent building envelope specialist with no manufacturer or contractor affiliations. 

Our team brings over 20 years of commercial construction industry experience and extensive local authority expertise, utilising Civil Aviation Authority certified drone technology and thermal imaging to conduct safe, non-invasive inspections.

We deliver detailed reporting that protects manufacturer guarantees, identifies defects, informs feasibility studies, and optimises energy efficiency - all whilst maintaining full insurance coverage, enhanced DBS certification, and rigorous health and safety compliance.

Contact us

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