How Drone Inspections Prevent Hazards and Reduce Costs to Ensure Roof Safety
Having your roof inspected can be stressful. The possibility that there’s something that needs repairing or replacing is a daunting one for many homeowners, and we recognise that it’s tough! That’s why we aim to make the process as seamless and pain-free as possible.
Enter: drone roof inspections. This is a new way to take care of roof inspections from the comfort and safety of the ground. If you’re considering having your roof inspected in the next little while, we’ve got the full breakdown for you. Read on to discover what a drone roof inspection is, why this has made its way into the industry, and the benefits of choosing a drone for your next roof inspection.
What is a Drone Roof Inspection?
A drone roof inspection is when a trained roofer or operator uses a drone to observe (and even record) a roof’s condition rather than climbing up there to look firsthand. The drones are equipped with high-quality cameras to ensure operators have the clearest possible image. Whether you’re a commercial property owner or a residential homeowner, a drone inspection is possible for your roof.
Why Use Drones to Inspect a Roof?
Usually, roof inspections are conducted by people who would actually get up onto your roof and take a look around. There are two stages to a standard roof inspection:
· A visual inspection – where your roofer will stay on the ground to inspect your eaves, gutters, flashing, and roof.
· An on-roof inspection – where your roofer will strap themselves into an appropriate safety harness and inspect your roof close-up.
While effective, standard roof inspections can be time-consuming, and they don’t give the property owner the ability to see the condition of the roof for themselves.
That’s where drone roof inspections come in. Drones come with high-resolution cameras that allow an operator to pick out even the tiniest signs of damage while safely flying the drone from the ground. Whether we’re dealing with cracks, leaks, or worn-out materials, it’s easy for a roofer to pinpoint issues early on with this method.
The earlier an issue is found, the easier it is for the roofer to repair or replace. Not to mention, it’s much cheaper for the property owner.
The Benefits of Drone Roof Inspections
At a minimum, we recommend having your roof inspected once a year and after any major weather events. If you’re trying to be as careful as possible, regularly twice a year is best. If your roof is in an area with a greater-than-usual risk of exposure – for example, if you live somewhere with a lot of snow, leaf fall, or saltwater spray – then you might increase that to once a quarter.
With all these inspections on the horizon, opting for the drone method has a variety of benefits, including:
Enhanced safety
Even though professional roofers like ours are trained to work carefully at heights, it’s still a potential danger. If a roofer doesn’t need to actually get onto your roof to check out its condition, that’s a lot safer for everyone involved.
The inspection goes faster
When using a drone, the inspection goes a lot faster than if your roofer had to actually erect the proper safety equipment to head skyward.
It’s non-invasive
Drones don’t have to touch down on the roof, meaning they can perform inspections without causing any potential disruptions to the roof’s condition. This is especially important for old or heritage-style roofing.
It works for all roof types
Whether you’re sporting gabled steeples or a simple flat bitumen roof, the drone can get up close and personal with any roof type with ease.
You can see the results for yourself
With our clients who are choosing this service, one of the biggest reasons we’re seeing them love it is that they’re able to see their roofs for themselves. This means they feel calm and confident in making decisions about necessary roof repairs or alterations.
We especially recommend drone inspections if you’re about to purchase a property and want to know the condition of the roof before signing on the dotted line. This is the best way to give the roof a detailed check-up to make sure you’re not buying into any major issues without needing to deal with someone jumping onto the roof itself.
In short, the biggest reason to choose a drone inspection for your roof is to make regular inspections as easy as possible. With the low-cost and low-friction approach of these inspections, you can keep an eye on your roof’s condition across the year with ease. Not only does this grant you peace of mind, but it will also potentially save you thousands in missed repairs.
Ready to try a drone inspection? Call the experts at Paul Milne.
We’re proud to be rolling out this revolutionary service that’s making it easier for homeowners all over the country to get regular roof inspections. If you’re considering getting a drone inspection for a roof, get in touch with us to book your consultation today.
