Why Roofers Need Drones for Estimates
- Merlin Dean
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
I help roofing companies cut down on free estimate time by using drones for roof inspections — no ladders required.
Why Roofing Companies Are Switching to Drone-Based Roof Inspections
Roof inspections are one of the most time-consuming and risk-prone parts of the roofing business — yet they’re often performed for free. Sending experienced roofers or sales reps out to climb ladders, navigate steep pitches, and walk fragile tile roofs for estimates is costly, inefficient, and dangerous.
That’s where professional drone inspections change the game.
With over 10 years of experience as a licensed and certified drone pilot, I provide roofing companies with fast, accurate, and affordable aerial roof inspections designed specifically for estimates and pre-job documentation. Instead of pulling skilled labor off paying jobs, my drone captures everything you need — safely and efficiently.
Safety First — No Ladders, No Risk
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in the roofing industry. High rooflines, steep pitches, and multi-story homes often require specialty ladders, harnesses, and extra manpower just to inspect safely. My drone eliminates those risks entirely. No one leaves the ground, no liability exposure, and no chance of damaging fragile tiles during inspection.
Speed That Wins Jobs
A full drone inspection takes minutes, not hours. I scan the entire roof, including hard-to-reach valleys, ridgelines, chimneys, skylights, and gutters. Roofing companies receive high-resolution photos and video that clearly show damage — perfect for estimates, insurance documentation, and customer trust.
Accurate Measurements Without Guesswork
Using professional roof-measurement apps, I calculate roof square footage, slopes, and layout without anyone stepping foot on the roof. This allows you to generate faster, more accurate quotes and reduce costly measurement errors.
Lower Cost Than Sending a Crew
For a flat $150 per inspection, roofing companies save significantly compared to sending a salesperson or crew member out for a non-revenue estimate. Your team stays focused on repairs and replacements — the work that actually makes money.
Professional Reports Customers Trust
Drone imagery adds credibility. When homeowners see clear aerial photos of cracked tiles, damaged flashing, or clogged gutters, the conversation shifts from “Are you sure?” to “What’s the next step?”
The Smarter Way to Estimate
Drone inspections are faster, safer, cheaper, and more professional than traditional ladder-based inspections. Roofing companies that adopt this approach close jobs faster, reduce risk, and maximize labor efficiency.
Add using drone inspections to handle roof estimates without sending your team up ladders or across town.
Most roofing companies I work with use this for:
Free-estimate leads with low close probability
Steep or multi-story roofs
Busy weeks when crews should stay on installs
For $150, you get full roof photos, measurements, and a clean report — same day in most cases.
Would it make sense to try one inspection and see if it fits your process?
Faster • Safer • No Ladders • No Wasted Labor
Stop sending skilled roofers out for free estimates. Our professional drone roof inspections deliver accurate measurements, high-resolution imagery, and damage documentation — without anyone leaving the ground.
Call 818-625-6275 or email Merlin@DronesbyMerlin.com for pricing -- big discounts for first inspection!
Comments