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Organized, permit-compliant drone capture that supplements your FISP inspections.
In New York City, every building over six stories must undergo a Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) review, also known as Local Law 11. These inspections are essential to identify unsafe conditions such as spalled brickwork, defective mortar joints, cracked masonry, and loose cladding before they pose risks to the public.
Traditionally, these inspections required expensive scaffolding or boom lifts. Today, drone facade inspections provide a safer, faster, and more cost-effective way to document every elevation of your building.
Why Choose Drone Inspections for Facades?
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Full Coverage of Every Elevation – Drones capture all sides of a building quickly, even in hard-to-reach areas.
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High-Resolution Imagery – Zoom lenses reveal defects like cracked mortar, spalled bricks, or damaged sealant without the cost of scaffolding.
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Time & Cost Savings – Reduce scaffolding needs and minimize disruption to tenants or pedestrians.
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Compliant Documentation – Deliverables are structured by elevation and inspection grid, making them easy for Qualified Exterior Wall Inspectors (QEWIs) to integrate into official FISP reports.
Our Facade Inspection Process
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Permit & Safety Planning
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NYC requires an NYPD UAS permit for drone operations. We handle the entire permitting process, including community board notifications and insurance.
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Drone Flight & Data Capture
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We fly structured grid patterns across each elevation.
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We capture both context images and zoom-in defect shots of brickwork, mortar, windows, and cladding.
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Analysis & Reporting
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Photos are organized by elevation (North, South, East, West) and grid cell (A1, A2, B3, etc.).
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Reports highlight cracks, spalled brick, defective mortar joints, and roof conditions for QEWI review.
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Drone Inspection Services Beyond Facades
In addition to façade inspections, our team provides:
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Roof inspections with a drone – detect leaks, ponding, and roof deterioration without sending crews on the roof.
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Drone utility inspections – evaluate telecom towers, HVAC units, and building mechanicals.
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Construction drone inspections – track progress and identify site hazards.
FAA Certified & Fully Insured
Cost of Drone Inspections in NYC
Drone inspection pricing varies depending on:
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Building size and number of elevations
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Level of detail required (standard imagery vs. 3D model)
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Permit and safety requirements
On average, NYC facade drone inspections are more affordable
than traditional scaffolding methods, with typical projects
ranging from a few thousand dollars for small properties to
larger budgets for multi-elevation complexes.
Why Building Owners and Engineers Choose Us
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NYC-Approved Drone Operations – Fully insured, Part 107 certified, and experienced in obtaining NYPD UAS permit.
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Engineer-Friendly Deliverables – Data packaged for QEWI reporting under FISP requirements.
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Local Expertise – Based in New York, we know the permitting, compliance, and inspection landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are drones allowed for facade inspections in NYC?
Yes, drones can be used in NYC with an approved NYPD UAS permit. While drones cannot replace close-up hands-on inspections required by FISP, they provide supplemental data that saves time and money.
How accurate are drone inspections?
High-resolution zoom lenses can reveal defects as small as cracks in mortar joints or spalled brick faces from safe stand-off distances.
How much does a drone facade inspection cost in NYC?
Costs depend on building height, number of elevations, and reporting requirements, but drone inspections are typically 50–70% cheaper than scaffolding.
Do you provide roof inspections with drones?
Yes. We frequently combine roof inspections, facade inspections, and utility inspections into one package.
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