Drone Inspections
Drone Inspections | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Alcoa
When East Tennessee’s weather turns wild, HEP’s storm damage restoration experts in Alcoa launch state-of-the-art drones to survey every ridge, valley, and flashing on your roof. Ultra-clear aerial imagery and thermal readings reveal even hairline cracks or hidden moisture, allowing our certified roofers to create an accurate repair plan in minutes—often before a ladder ever touches your gutters.
Armed with this data, we fast-track insurance claims, prioritize urgent fixes, and get your home watertight again with minimal disruption. From emergency tarping after a midnight hailstorm to full shingle replacement bathed in mountain sunshine, HEP delivers the precision of technology with the warmth of a hometown crew. You’ll gain peace of mind knowing your roof—and everything beneath it—is protected by Alcoa’s most trusted name in roofing.
FAQs
Why should I choose a drone roof inspection after a storm instead of a traditional walk-on inspection?
Drone technology lets us capture high-resolution images of every slope, valley, and ridge without anyone stepping on potentially compromised shingles. This eliminates the risk of further damage, speeds up the inspection process (30–45 minutes versus several hours), and provides geo-tagged photos and 4K video that can be shared instantly with homeowners, insurance adjusters, and roofing crews.
How accurate are drone inspections for detecting hail or wind damage on roofs in Alcoa?
Our FAA-certified pilots fly drones equipped with 20-megapixel cameras and thermal sensors. AI-powered post-processing software highlights impact bruises, lifted shingles, and hidden moisture pockets with 95–98 % accuracy, meeting or exceeding most insurance carrier requirements. Every image is time-stamped and GPS-logged to create a defensible audit trail for your claim.
Will my insurance company accept drone inspection reports when filing a storm damage claim?
Yes. Most major insurers now recognize unmanned aerial system (UAS) reports as valid documentation, provided the data is collected by a licensed Part 107 pilot and accompanied by annotated photos. We generate a comprehensive PDF that includes measurement diagrams, damage markers, and replacement cost estimates formatted to Xactimate standards, streamlining the adjuster’s review.
How much does a drone roof inspection cost in the Alcoa area?
Stand-alone drone inspections start at $199 for homes up to 3,000 sq ft and $299 for larger or complex roofs. If you proceed with our storm-damage restoration services, we credit the inspection fee toward your repair or replacement contract, effectively making the inspection free.
Do I need to be present during the drone flight, and are there any local restrictions in Alcoa?
You don’t have to be on-site; however, we do ask for property access approval. Our pilots follow FAA Part 107 rules, maintain visual line-of-sight, and stay below 400 ft. Alcoa sits outside McGhee Tyson Airport’s Class C airspace, so no airspace authorizations are typically needed, but we still perform an automated LAANC check before every flight to ensure compliance.
What happens after the inspection if storm damage is confirmed?
Within 24 hours you’ll receive a digital report and a phone call from our project manager. We’ll explain the findings, help you open an insurance claim if you haven’t already, and can meet the adjuster on-site to advocate for full coverage. Once approved, we schedule material delivery and restore most residential roofs in one day, handling all permitting and final inspections with the City of Alcoa.