Drone Roof Inspection with 4K Photos & Video

When you need a fast, accurate look at your roof—without ladders, guesswork, or shutdowns—4K drone roof inspections deliver the clarity you need to make confident decisions. At Pro Torch Roofing, we use high-resolution aerial imaging and professional reporting to pinpoint issues before they become costly repairs, across Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, and Burnaby.

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Why Choose a Drone Roof Inspection?

• Safety-first: No risky access or roof traffic; perfect for steep pitches, torch-on membranes, skylights, and complex details.
• 4K clarity: Ultra-sharp photos and stabilized video reveal hairline cracks, blisters, missing granules, seam separations, ponding, and flashing gaps.
• Speed & minimal disruption: Most inspections take under an hour, with same-day visuals for time-sensitive decisions.
• Comprehensive coverage: Drones capture angles and elevations traditional methods miss—parapets, scuppers, stacks, skylight curbs, and wall tie-ins.
• Documentation: Create a visual baseline for warranty records, maintenance planning, and insurance claims.

What We Capture in 4K (Photos & Video)

• Membrane condition: Blisters, alligatoring, cracks, open seams, and lap failures on torch-on (SBS) systems.
• Drainage & ponding: Sumps, crickets, low spots near drains and scuppers; signs of chronic ponding.
• Penetrations & terminations: Stacks, vents, skylights, metal flashings, reglets, and stucco tie-ins.
• Perimeter & parapets: Copings, cap sheet finishes, sealant continuity.
• Deck membranes: Surface wear, failed topcoats, and termination bars.

Deliverables include a curated photo set, short video highlights, and a prioritized findings summary with recommendations (repair, monitor, or replace).

Service Areas (Local Expertise Matters)

We actively fly and inspect roofs across Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, and Burnaby. Local experience means we understand coastal weathering, winter freeze–thaw, and West Coast algae/moss patterns—and how they affect torch-on roofs, deck membranes, and custom slope insulation.

• Vancouver: Residential, strata, and commercial roof inspections with quick turnaround for real-estate and insurance.
• West Vancouver: Steep, architecturally complex homes where safe access is challenging.
• North Vancouver: Heavy tree cover and moisture—ideal use case for frequent aerial checks.
• Burnaby: Retail plazas, warehouses, and strata complexes that benefit from portfolio-style drone reporting.

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When to Schedule a Drone Inspection

• Pre-purchase or pre-lease due diligence
• Post-storm assessments (wind uplift, debris damage, new leaks)
• Annual/bi-annual maintenance cycles (spring/fall)
• Before and after roofing work (scope verification and warranty documentation)
• Leak tracing support (visual clues near penetrations, wall interfaces, and drainage paths)

Our Process (Simple & Transparent)

1. Intake & flight plan: You share the address, roof type, and any known issues.
2. On-site flight: Licensed pilot flies a pre-planned grid and targeted passes around risk areas (skylights, drains, parapets).
3. 4K capture: High-resolution photos + stabilized video; optional close-ups on suspect details.
4. Analysis & summary: We tag defects, rank urgency, and outline next steps (repair, monitoring, or replacement).
5. Shareable report: A link you can forward to property managers, insurers, or trades—no special logins required.

Need deeper diagnostics? We can follow up with core cuts, moisture checks, or deck-level assessments if the visuals suggest underlying issues.

What You Get

• Curated 4K photo gallery with clear, labeled angles
• 30–90 second highlight reel for stakeholders
• Priority-ranked findings (issue, location, likely cause, recommended action)
• Maintenance notes (e.g., clear debris, re-seal skylight curbs, improve drainage gradients)
• Optional scope & estimate for repairs or re-roofing (torch-on membranes, crickets, scuppers)

Who Benefits Most

• Strata councils & property managers needing quick, budget-friendly visibility
• Homeowners evaluating purchase, sale, or seasonal maintenance
• Commercial owners documenting conditions for insurers and cap-ex planning
• Contractors & consultants who want visual verification of scopes and tie-ins

Example Use Cases in Metro Vancouver

• West Vancouver residential: Drone identifies cap-sheet seam lift at a skylight curb—preventive re-torching avoids a winter leak.
• North Vancouver strata: Repeated ponding near two drains; we recommend tapered crickets and sump adjustments, documented with before/after media.
• Burnaby commercial: Parapet coping gaps flagged; quick sealant and flashing tune-up prevents wind-driven rain ingress.

FAQs (Vancouver Area)

Is a drone roof inspection legal in Metro Vancouver?
Yes. Flights are planned and conducted by licensed pilots under Transport Canada rules, with adherence to local airspace requirements.

Can drones see moisture inside the roof?
Not directly with standard cameras. The 4K visuals reveal surface defects and drainage problems; if moisture intrusion is suspected, we can support with diagnostic follow-ups.

Do I still need a roofer on the roof?
For many assessments, aerial imaging is enough to triage issues. If repairs are needed, our roofing crew performs safe, targeted work informed by the drone capture.

How fast can I get results?
Often same day for the visuals, with a written summary soon after.

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