Drone-assisted Inspection
Drone-assisted Inspection | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Ocoee
When violent winds and hail rip through Ocoee, roof damage isn’t always visible from the ground. HEP’s drone-assisted inspections soar above your property, capturing crystal-clear imagery that pinpoints every missing shingle, puncture, and hidden leak in minutes. By eliminating ladders and guesswork, we create a comprehensive report that speeds up insurance claims and guides precise storm damage restoration, so you can feel secure under a watertight roof again.
Our FAA-licensed pilots and Haag-certified technicians review the footage on-site, translating aerial data into straightforward repair recommendations and transparent estimates. From emergency tarping to full shingle replacement, we bring the right crew, materials, and warranties to every job in Ocoee. Ready to see your roof from a new angle? Call HEP today, and let our drones turn storm chaos into confidence before the next cloud rolls in.
FAQs
Why should I choose drone-assisted roof inspections after a storm in Ocoee?
Drones let our certified technicians capture high-resolution images and thermal data of every slope and valley without stepping on your roof. This means faster assessments, no additional foot-traffic damage, and detailed evidence of wind, hail, or flying-debris impacts that can be missed from the ground. In a city like Ocoee, where afternoon storms and hurricane gusts are common, the speed and accuracy of a drone inspection help you begin the restoration process—and the insurance claim—much sooner.
How accurate are drone inspections compared with traditional, on-roof inspections?
Our drones carry 4K optical cameras and FLIR thermal sensors that record hundreds of overlapping images. Specialized software converts those images into a centimeter-level 3-D model of your roof, highlighting lifted shingles, punctures, and hidden moisture under the membrane. This digital model is often more precise than visual observations made while walking the roof, and it remains on file so we can verify repairs or track deterioration over time.
Are drone inspections safe and FAA-compliant in Ocoee?
Yes. All flights are performed by FAA Part 107-licensed pilots who follow airspace rules and maintain $1 million in liability insurance. We pre-check local flight restrictions, notify nearby property owners if required, and use geofencing to keep the drone within legal altitude limits. Because nobody has to climb ladders or traverse steep, potentially slick shingles, overall job-site risk is dramatically reduced.
What kinds of storm damage can your drones detect?
High-resolution imagery reveals missing or creased shingles, granule loss, impact craters from hail, bent flashing, and debris penetration. Thermal imaging exposes trapped moisture beneath shingles, underlayment, or flat-roof membranes—damage that may not be visible until leaks appear months later. We also document gutter displacement, chimney cap issues, and fascia board damage so you have a complete picture of your roof’s condition.
How quickly can you inspect my roof and deliver a report after a storm?
For most Ocoee addresses we can launch a drone inspection within 24 hours of your call—often the same day if the weather is clear. The flight itself usually takes 15-20 minutes. Our software processes the imagery within two to four hours, and a certified roof inspector reviews the findings. You receive a detailed PDF report, interactive 3-D model link, and repair estimate the next business day at the latest.
Will my insurance company accept drone photos and reports for a storm-damage claim?
Nearly all major carriers now welcome drone documentation because it provides time-stamped, geo-referenced evidence with clear metrics. Our reports include annotated photos, precise damage measurements, and a summary formatted to meet insurance guidelines. If your adjuster has questions, we can share the original image files and even host a virtual walk-through of the 3-D model to expedite claim approval.