FAQ

Many roofing issues simply aren’t visible to the naked eye. Drones with infrared sensors have transformed the way roof inspections can be performed, as they reveal thermal anomalies that are indicative of underlying problems. Infrared drones also make it significantly easier to be able to gather meaningful data even in hard-to-reach areas.

Advanced systems can provide general performance data, but even with this data, small faults can go undetected without the use of diagnostic thermal imaging. Small differences in output between panels could result from issues that can only be detected with a proper thermal inspection. Investing in a thorough inspection and initiating maintenance action can end up making a significant difference in your system’s performance.

We provide drone services to the entire Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. However, we can travel to accommodate certain requests beyond this general area.

We strive to deliver maximum value to our clients with fair pricing. To make this happen, the rate we charge varies depending on the service and scope of the project (location, time required on site, airspace authorization required, etc.). If you have a project request, get in touch with us, and we will give you a quote.

For optimal results, certain environmental criteria must be met. Thus, we need enough advanced notice to plan the inspection with the following environmental criteria in mind.

– Precipitation: Precipitation is needed within the preceding 7 days but not within the preceding 24 hours. If the roof structure is compromised, this allows recent precipitation to seep in and show as a thermal anomaly during the inspection.

– Time of day: Thermal roof inspections should be done at night, within a couple of hours of sunset. This will prevent false anomalies from appearing in the data as a result of solar loading on the roof. In other words, at night, thermal anomalies from water penetration are more easily discernible. If a thermal roof inspection is performed during the day, the roof structure and any underlying moisture will be heated to the same temperature, skewing the results of the inspection.

– Wind: For best results, it’s recommended to perform the inspection when winds are light (less than 15 miles per hour). Strong winds can reduce the infrared signature we’re looking for, and this can adversely affect the results of the inspection.

No. Since we perform our roof inspections with a drone, we don’t need to access any portion of the property other than a small area to safely launch and recover the aircraft.

We sure are! We utilize the best in the drone insurance business to obtain liability coverage of at least $500,000 for every flight. But depending on the scope of the project and the assets in the area, if requested, we can obtain up to $10,000,000 in liability coverage.

Yes. The drone we use has both a thermal sensor and a conventional zoom camera that can be effectively used to search for lost animals. We also use a drone-mounted search light that facilitates thermal pet search efforts at night.

This depends on the time of year. During the summer, a thermal drone lost pet search must be conducted at night after the surrounding terrain/vegetation/structures has been able to sufficiently cool. This maximizes the chances of the animal’s heat signature being detected by the drone’s thermal camera.

During the winter, a thermal drone lost pet search can be conducted either at night or during the day, provided the correct conditions are present. Ideally, there will be some cloud cover to minimize the heat signature of the surrounding terrain/vegetation/structures. And overall, the lower the ambient temperature, the better.

Unfortunately, not every lost pet is successfully recovered. We do our very best to leverage the latest in thermal drone technology to canvas the area(s) of interest. Even if the animal isn’t located, the search is still beneficial, as it helps narrow down other search areas.

Pet owner presence on site during the search isn’t always required, but when possible, it’s beneficial. Pet owners are familiar with the surrounding area and their pets’ tendencies/behavior. This information can prove critical in facilitating an effective search. But during the actual flight portion of the search, we try to focus primarily on the task at hand to maximize available aerial search time.