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Our Process

How Drone Inspection Works


From first call to final report in as little as 48 hours. No scaffolding, no disruption, no guesswork. Here is exactly what happens when you work with AERIALLY.AI.

Consultation to Report in 48 Hours Zero Building Disruption No Scaffolding Required PE-Certified Reports

Step by Step

Six Steps to Complete Building Intelligence


1

Initial Consultation

Contact us by phone, email, or form. Tell us about your building -- address, number of stories, age, and what prompted the inspection (SB-4D deadline, storm damage, pre-purchase due diligence, etc.). We provide a custom quote — 1-hour average response time. Free, no obligation.

2hr

Quote turnaround

Free

Assessment

$0

Obligation

2

Site Assessment & Flight Planning

Our team reviews your building specifications, studies satellite imagery, checks FAA airspace classification, and files any required flight authorizations (LAANC for controlled airspace). We create a detailed flight plan ensuring complete facade coverage with optimal sensor angles.

FAA

Airspace clearance

360°

Coverage planning

Risk

Assessment

3

Drone Inspection Flight

FAA Part 107 certified pilots deploy commercial-grade drones equipped with high-resolution visual cameras (up to 50MP) and FLIR thermal sensors. The drone systematically scans every facade, roof section, and accessible structural element. Flight duration: 4-8 hours depending on building size.

Animated drone flight path during building facade inspection
4

AI Analysis & Processing

Every captured image is fed through our machine learning pipeline. The AI detects and classifies up to 20 defect types -- cracks, hairline cracks, spalling, corrosion, efflorescence, sealant failure, water intrusion indicators, and more. Each defect is GPS-referenced with severity scoring and calculated square footage.

AI defect tagging interface annotating cracks and damage on building facade
5

Report Delivery

A Professional Engineer reviews all findings and certifies the final report. Delivered promptly after the flight. The report includes annotated imagery, defect maps, severity scoring, repair priority recommendations, cost estimates, and printable orthomosaics for scope-of-work documentation.

PE-certified facade inspection report showing orthomosaic with annotated defects
6

Follow-up & Monitoring

We walk through every finding with your team -- building managers, engineers, board members. We answer questions, explain severity levels, and help prioritize repairs. For ongoing protection, we offer quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspection programs that track condition changes over time.

1-on-1

Walkthrough

Track

Changes over time

PMP

Available

Ready to Get Started?

Most inspections go from first call to delivered report in 48 hours. Free consultation, no obligation. Custom quote — 1-hour average response time.

FAA Part 107 Certified PE-Certified Reports $5M Insured 40-60% Less Than Scaffolding

Timeline

What to Expect, When


Most inspections follow a 48-hour timeline from scheduling to report delivery. Larger buildings or multi-building complexes may take 3-5 days. Emergency inspections can be expedited.

Day 0

Consultation & Quote

Call, email, or form submission. Custom quote — 1-hour average response time.

Day 1

Site Assessment & Flight

Flight planning, FAA clearance, and drone inspection (4-8 hours).

Day 1-2

AI Analysis & PE Review

AI processes all imagery. Professional Engineer certifies findings.

Day 2

Report Delivered

PE-certified report with defect maps, severity scores, and recommendations.

Day 3+

Walkthrough & Follow-up

Findings review with your team. Ongoing monitoring if needed.

What You Receive

Inspection Deliverables


Every inspection includes a comprehensive package of reports, data, and visual documentation.

PE-Certified Report

Professional Engineer-certified inspection report meeting SB-4D requirements. Includes executive summary, detailed findings, and repair recommendations.

Defect Maps

GPS-referenced defect locations plotted on building elevations. Each defect tagged with type, severity, and calculated area.

Annotated Imagery

High-resolution photos with defect annotations, measurements, and severity indicators. Up to 50MP detail for every finding.

Thermal Analysis

FLIR thermal overlays revealing moisture intrusion, insulation failure, and hidden structural anomalies not visible in standard imagery.

Printable Orthomosaics

Scaled, printable facade maps suitable for contractor scope-of-work documentation, bid packages, and field reference.

Data Export

Excel and CSV exports of all defect data for integration with your maintenance management systems, reserve studies, and capital planning.

FAQ

Process Questions


How long does the drone flight take?

Flight duration depends on building size. A typical 10-20 story building takes 4-8 hours for complete coverage. Multi-building complexes may take 1-2 days. We schedule flights to minimize any impact on building operations.

Do residents need to be notified or relocated?

No. The drone operates entirely from outside the building. There is no scaffolding, no restricted access, and no noise inside the building. Residents can go about their day normally.

What happens if the weather is bad on inspection day?

We monitor weather conditions closely. If wind speed exceeds safe thresholds or rain is forecast, we reschedule at no additional cost. Safety is never compromised for scheduling convenience.

What format are the reports delivered in?

Reports are delivered as professionally formatted PDFs with high-resolution imagery, defect annotations, GPS coordinates, and severity scoring. We also provide Excel/CSV exports of defect data and printable orthomosaic maps. All reports carry PE certification.

Can I use the report for SB-4D compliance?

Yes. Our reports are certified by Florida-licensed Professional Engineers and meet all SB-4D milestone structural inspection requirements. They are accepted by all Florida code enforcement agencies.

Ready to See Your Building Clearly?

Free consultation. Custom quote — 1-hour average response time. PE-certified report.