Roof Inspection
Drone Roof Inspection
“The safest, fastest, and most affordable way to inspect a roof.”
High-resolution aerial roof assessments identifying damage, defects, and maintenance needs. Used for insurance claims, pre-purchase due diligence, strata maintenance planning, and storm damage documentation across Australia.
Overview
What you get when you engage Drone Inspect for roof inspection.
Roof inspections traditionally require scaffolding, elevated work platforms, or technicians walking on fragile surfaces. All three options carry safety risk, take time to set up, and limit which areas of the roof are actually accessible.
A CASA-licensed drone captures every square metre of a roof in 15 to 30 minutes with no one leaving the ground. Our inspectors review the imagery in detail and deliver a written report with annotated photos showing every defect, its location, and severity.
For commercial property managers, strata committees, insurers, and homeowners, this means faster decisions, lower assessment costs, and a documented evidence trail that holds up in claims and disputes.
Capabilities
What is included in every roof inspection engagement.
High Resolution Visual Capture
Crystal-clear imagery showing cracked tiles, lifted ridge caps, rusted screws, blocked gutters, sagging valleys, and deteriorated flashings.
Thermal Imaging Add-On
Radiometric thermal cameras detect moisture trapped under the membrane, insulation gaps, and water ingress invisible to the naked eye.
Annotated PDF Report
Every defect numbered, geo-tagged, and explained in plain language with severity rating and recommended action.
Insurance-Grade Documentation
Timestamped, GPS-tagged imagery suitable for storm damage claims, builder warranty disputes, and litigation.
3D Roof Models
For complex commercial roofs, we produce 3D models so engineers and contractors can measure area, pitch, and plan re-roofing remotely.
Pinpoint Leak Detection
Combined visual + thermal inspection traces leaks to source without invasive cutting or destructive testing.
How It Works
Our process for roof inspection.
Site Assessment
We review the property address, roof type, area, and any known issues. Airspace restrictions and CASA standard operating conditions are confirmed. A fixed-price quote is issued within 24 hours.
Flight Planning & Capture
Our pilot arrives on site, briefs any stakeholders, and executes a planned flight pattern covering every square metre of the roof. Capture takes 15 to 30 minutes for a standard commercial roof.
Analysis & Reporting
An inspector reviews every frame, annotates defects with severity ratings (immediate, short-term, monitoring), and compiles the written report with geo-tagged imagery, executive summary, and recommended actions.
Delivery & Follow-Up
PDF report and raw imagery delivered via secure link within 2 business days. We walk through findings on request and provide contractor referrals for remediation if needed.
Who We Work With
Industries we serve.
Strata & Body Corporate
Annual roof condition reports for sinking-fund planning. Replace 2-yearly walking inspections with safer, more thorough drone audits.
Commercial Property
Multi-tenant warehouses, office buildings, and retail centres. Documented maintenance reduces tenant disputes and PM liability.
Insurance Claims
Independent post-storm assessments accepted by all major Australian insurers including Suncorp, IAG, QBE, and Allianz.
Real Estate
Pre-purchase condition reports and pre-sale due diligence. Evidence-based negotiation tool for both buyers and vendors.
FAQ
Common questions about roof inspection.
How much does a drone roof inspection cost?
Standalone residential roof inspections typically start around $350 plus GST. Commercial inspections vary based on roof area, complexity, and report depth. Add-ons like thermal imaging and 3D modelling are quoted separately. We provide a fixed-price quote within 24 hours of receiving the property address.
Is my roof inspection safe and legal?
Yes. All flights are conducted by CASA-licensed Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) operators under our Remote Operators Certificate (ReOC). We carry $10M public liability insurance and follow CASA Sub-2kg or Sub-25kg rules depending on the equipment used. We notify neighbours, check airspace restrictions, and operate within all CASA standard operating conditions.
What does the report include?
A typical report contains 15 to 40 high-resolution annotated photos, an executive summary, defect register with severity ratings (immediate / short-term / monitoring), thermal imagery if requested, and recommended next steps. Reports are delivered as PDF within 2 business days and include the raw imagery via secure download link if requested.
Can I use the report for an insurance claim?
Yes. Our reports are accepted by all major Australian insurers and have been used successfully in storm, hail, fire, and flood damage claims. The combination of timestamped imagery, GPS metadata, and a CASA-licensed operator chain of custody satisfies insurer evidence requirements.
Get a roof inspection quote in 24 hours.
Send us the address and what you need to know. Fixed-price quote in writing within one business day.
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