Drone Inspections
Drone Inspections | Roof Repair | Roofing | Sevierville
Experience roof care from a whole new angle with HEP’s state-of-the-art drone inspections in Sevierville. Our FAA-certified pilots capture crystal-clear imagery of every shingle, flashing, and valley—without anyone ever stepping on your home. This bird’s-eye precision lets our experts pinpoint hidden leaks, storm damage, and ventilation issues in minutes, giving you the knowledge you need before a single hammer swings.
Once the data is in, our local crew turns insight into action, delivering fast, transparent, and affordable roof repair that stands up to mountain winds and sudden Tennessee downpours. From detailed digital reports to meticulous craftsmanship, HEP handles everything under one roof—so you can relax and enjoy the Smokies skyline knowing your home is protected.
FAQs
Why should I choose a drone inspection for my Sevierville roof instead of a traditional walk-on inspection?
Aerial drones let us capture high-resolution photos and 4K video of every slope, valley, chimney and flashing without ever stepping on your shingles. That means zero risk of further damage to fragile or aging roofing materials. Because we can fly the entire roof in minutes, we collect far more data points than a manual inspection, giving you a comprehensive, documented report that speeds up insurance claims and repair planning.
Is it legal and safe to fly drones over my home in Sevierville?
Yes. Our pilots are FAA Part 107 certified, which is required for any commercial drone work. Before every flight we check air-space restrictions near Sevierville’s Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airport (GKT), obtain any necessary LAANC authorizations, and follow all FAA altitude and line-of-sight rules. We also carry full liability insurance and use geofenced drones with redundant GPS and obstacle-avoidance sensors to keep people and property safe.
What kinds of problems can a drone roof inspection detect?
Using 20-megapixel cameras and optional thermal imaging, drones can identify missing or broken shingles, hail bruising, wind uplift, nail pops, flashing gaps, ponding water, deteriorated sealants, and moisture trapped under membranes. The software stitches these images into an interactive 3-D model, allowing our technicians to zoom in to 1/10-inch accuracy and flag even hairline cracks before they turn into leaks.
How accurate are drone measurements for repair estimates?
Our drones collect hundreds of overlapping photos that are processed with photogrammetry software to produce scaled ortho-mosaics and 3-D point clouds. Roof planes, pitch, lengths and areas are calculated to within ±2 %. That level of precision lets us order the right amount of shingles, underlayment and flashing, reducing material waste and keeping your project costs down.
What does a drone roof inspection cost in the Sevierville area, and will my insurance cover it?
Most single-family homes in Sevier County fall in the $195–$295 range for a full visual and thermal drone scan, detailed PDF report, and cloud-hosted 3-D model. If the inspection is tied to a storm-damage claim, many insurers reimburse the fee because the imagery speeds up their adjuster’s review. We can supply the necessary documentation and bill your carrier directly when coverage applies.
What happens after the drone inspection is complete?
Within 24 hours you receive a digital report highlighting every defect with annotated photos, measurements, and a repair priority list. Our licensed roofers then meet with you—virtually or on-site—to explain the findings, walk you through material options that meet Sevierville’s building codes, and present a transparent repair or replacement quote. If you approve the work, we secure permits, schedule crews, and can often start repairs within a week—using the drone model as our roadmap to ensure nothing is missed.