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Drone Inspections
Professional aerial inspections provide a better view of your property without climbing on roofs or entering unsafe areas. Ideal for large lots, waterfront parcels, and post-storm assessments.
Service Detail
What Drone Inspections Means for Your Property
Drone inspections give property owners a safer, wider view of areas that are hard to see from the ground. For lake homes, rural parcels, and coastal properties, aerial photos can show roof surfaces, tree canopy, drainage paths, fence lines, and storm impact without putting someone on a ladder or walking unsafe ground.
Aerial photos are especially useful after severe weather or before a repair decision. Owners can share dated images with insurers, contractors, family members, or anyone else helping make a call from out of town.
Best Fit
- Roof overviews after wind, hail, or falling limbs
- Large lots where fence lines or drainage are hard to inspect on foot
- Waterfront and coastal properties with difficult angles or access
- Owners who need aerial photos before calling a contractor
Inspections May Include
- Roof condition overview
- Fence line inspections
- Tree canopy observations
- Drainage concerns
- Storm damage assessment
- Insurance documentation
- Property overview photos
Included in Membership
Drone Inspectionsis part of the Proctor’s HomeWatch membership. Depending on your plan, it’s included in your visit schedule or available with member pricing.
Visit Focus
- Roof, gutters, tree overhang, and visible storm effects
- Fence lines, gates, driveways, and open property edges
- Drainage paths, washouts, standing water, and erosion concerns
- Wide establishing photos that show property context
Report Includes
- Aerial photos tied to the inspection date
- Plain-language notes on what the imagery shows
- Marked areas of concern when follow-up is needed
- Recommendations for contractor or insurance follow-up when appropriate
Questions About Drone Inspections
What Owners Usually Ask Before They Start
Do Drone Inspections Replace a Full Roof Inspection?+
No. A drone inspection is a visual overview, not a licensed roofing inspection. It helps spot visible concerns and decide whether a roofer or other specialist should be called.
Can Drone Photos Support an Insurance Claim?+
They can help show visible conditions after a storm. Your insurer decides what proof is required, but dated photos are often useful when explaining what happened.
Can You Fly over Every Property?+
Drone use depends on weather, airspace, visibility, and property conditions. If a flight is not appropriate, we use ground-level photos and explain the limitation in the report.
Free Property Assessment
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