Drone Imagery
Drone Imagery | Roof Inspections | Roofing | Luttrell
Experience a smarter way to protect your home in Luttrell with HEP’s drone-imagery service. Our FAA-certified pilots fly high-resolution cameras over your property, capturing every shingle, flashing, and ridge from angles traditional methods can’t match—without ever setting foot on your roof. The result is a precise, damage-identifying gallery that makes roof inspections faster, safer, and far more revealing than ladder-based alternatives.
Within hours, you’ll receive a detailed digital report that you can zoom, share, and submit directly to insurers or contractors. Whether you’re assessing storm damage, planning maintenance, or buying a new home, our cutting-edge visuals eliminate guesswork and keep you confidently in control of your roof’s future. Book your Luttrell drone session today and see why homeowners and realtors alike are elevating their roof inspections with HEP.
FAQs
How does a drone roof inspection work?
Our FAA-certified pilot arrives at your Luttrell property with a high-resolution drone equipped with thermal and 4K optical cameras. After establishing a secure take-off zone, we program an automated flight path that captures overlapping images of every slope, ridge, valley, and penetration. The flight itself usually lasts 10–15 minutes. Back at the office, we stitch the images into an ultra-detailed 2-D map and 3-D model, then generate a report that pinpoints defects, measurements, and material conditions.
Why choose drone imagery over a traditional on-roof inspection in Luttrell?
1) Safety: Our pilot stays on the ground, eliminating ladder accidents and roof damage. 2) Speed: A typical 2,000-sq-ft roof is scanned in minutes instead of hours. 3) Accuracy: Photogrammetry software produces measurements within 1/4-inch tolerance, ideal for bids and insurance paperwork. 4) Access: Steep, slick, or fragile metal roofs common in East Tennessee can be documented without stepping on them. 5) Documentation: You receive downloadable photos, thermal images, and a CAD-ready roof plan, giving you hard evidence for repairs or claims.
Is a drone inspection legal and insured in Tennessee?
Yes. We hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and carry $1 million in liability insurance that specifically covers unmanned-aircraft operations. We notify nearby air traffic via LAANC when operating inside Knoxville Class C airspace and follow all state privacy statutes. Homeowners in Luttrell are fully protected from regulatory or insurance risks.
What kinds of roof problems can the drone detect?
Our dual-sensor platform detects: missing shingles, lifted seams, hail or wind impact, rusted fasteners, ponding water, sagging decking, deteriorated flashing, clogged gutters, heat-loss areas, and solar panel hot spots. Thermal imaging highlights trapped moisture or leaks invisible to the naked eye, allowing us to recommend targeted repairs before costly interior damage occurs.
Do I need to be home during the drone inspection?
It’s optional. As long as we have exterior access and your written permission, we can perform the flight while you’re at work. If you prefer to watch, our pilot can stream the live camera feed to your phone or tablet so you see exactly what the drone sees in real time.
How much does a drone roof inspection cost and how long until I get results?
For most single-family homes in Luttrell, the service is a flat $199, which includes flight, data processing, and a digital report. Larger or commercial roofs are quoted per square foot. You’ll receive the full photo set, 3-D model link, and PDF findings within 24 hours of the flight, enabling rapid repair estimates or insurance submission.