Drones in Construction

  • Aerial Photos

    1) 10-15 Aerial Progress Photos

    2) Cardinal Points, Birds Eye, Close ups

    3) Fully Edited

    4) Delivered within 24 hours

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  • A person launching a drone into the sky with a clear teal background.

    Aerial Video

    1) 30-60 second video

    2) Fully edited with music integrated

    3) Logo integrations

    4) Delivered within 24-48 hours

    This video is great or marketing purposes, QA/QC meetings, weekly/monthly ownership and client meetings and is easily posted to any social media platform.

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  • Mapping Lite

    1) 24” x 36” orthomosaic photo photo printed and laminated for office or construction trailer.

    2) 10+ aerial photos

    3) Drone Deploy Link -Virtually interact with your site in bot 2D and 3D. No Login needed. Easily share link with any stakeholder.

    4) 2 Minutes of video broll encircling the entire site.

    5) 360 degree panoramic photo embedded into DroneDeploy Link.

    6) Delivered within 48 Hours

    We map the site with DroneDeploy using the Mavic 3 Enterprise drone with RTK corrections. This ensures that we are able to achieve reliable, accurate and proportional mapping that truly reflects the conditions of the site.

    ***Pricing depends on size of project. We charge approximately $20 per acre after the first 50 acres.***

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  • A construction site with an outlined building foundation, various construction materials and vehicles, and measurement markings in yellow with the words 'Proposed Building' labeled in the center.

    Aerial Mapping/Survey

    1) All deliverables from “Mapping Lite”. Large Print, aerial photos, DD Link, Video broll, 360 degree pano photo.

    2) Access to files and data: 3D Model (obj), PointCloud (las, xyz, rcp), Contour/Elevation (dxf, shp, and Geotiffs.

    3) Stockpile and earthworks measuring and reporting

    4) Measuring and Annotaton Access. Measure distance, area, elevations and volumes of your site virtually.

    5) Compare tool. Visualize site changes from one date to the next.

    6) Overlays: Overlay a CD or Site plan and compare your progress and site conditions to your CD’s. Visualize your as-builts for underground utilities.

    7) Delivered within 48 Hours

    We use Ground Control Points to ensure we are achieving the most accurate data possible. Our data is not a replacement for your surveyor, however, we can provide you actionable data on your whole site within 24 hours of the flight.

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Capture Every Asset: End to End

Reality Capture

Reality Capture Services

Bring your projects to life with cutting-edge 360° Reality Capture. Using drones and ground-based 360 cameras, we create immersive, walkable site models that allow you and your stakeholders to step inside the jobsite from anywhere. Whether you need to track construction progress, document as-builts, or provide transparent project updates, our capture technology delivers a complete visual record in crystal-clear detail.

Unlike traditional photos, Reality Capture provides Google Street View–style navigation through your site, making it easy to zoom in on specific areas, review work completed, and compare changes month-to-month. Our clients use this tool to reduce costly site visits, enhance collaboration with engineers and inspectors, and keep owners informed with visual clarity they can trust.

With flexible scheduling options and seamless integration into your project management workflow, Reality Capture gives you the power to see, share, and showcase your projects like never before.

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Our Services

  • A computer monitor displaying a video editing software with two clips of people dancing in an indoor venue, a timeline with video and audio tracks, a keyboard, mouse, and external devices on a wooden desk.

    Aerial Video

    30 Second Video of site. Professionally edited with licensed music, logo integrations and stunning aerial videography. Give this video to your marketing team, your client, share with contractors and subcontractors, upper management and even your client. Let all involved see and appreciate the work being done!

  • Drone flying above a detailed map or landscape with multiple smaller map overlays connected by lines, illustrating data collection or mapping.

    Mapping

    We provide both 2D and 3D mapping that has sub-inch accuracy. By using a NTRIP network and we receive RTK corrections while flying our Mavic 3 Enterprise Drone. This enables us to map with high accuracy, even sub-inch level accuracy, in all XYZ planes. We can provide data in less than 5 hours post flight.

  • A yellow excavator working on a construction site with exposed soil and tire tracks.

    Aerial Photos

    15 Aerial Photos of your site. Use these photo to document process throughout construction. Share with client an other stakeholders and ensure that site is documented from the sky for insurance and reference.

  • Construction team in a meeting room reviewing construction plans on large screens and a laptop, with one person pointing at the screen.

    OrthoPRINT of SITE

    A High Definition 24” x 36” laminated print of your construction site. Hundreds of photos stitched together to provide you a highly accurate, beautiful, birds-eye view of your site. Use this print during morning huddles. Any site plan can be added to this print so that you can easily compare plans to as-built.

  • Aerial view of a site plan overlay with yellow construction drawings and markings on top of a photograph of a parking lot, trees, and cracked pavement.

    Site Plan Overlays

    Overlay any site plan onto your map. Mitigate risk, use overlays to oversee progress being made and also communicate next steps. Capture critical milestones and compare to site plans such as underground utilities, utility installation, foundation walls, drilled piers, grade beams, concrete structures, steel structures, metal decking, facade finishes, waterproofing, roofing installation and more.

  • Aerial view of a large construction site or quarry with various sections outlined in different colors, including red, purple, yellow, and red, and some structures and equipment visible on the ground.

    Live Link: Virtual Visit

    Visit your site virtually with Live Link. Share link with any and all stakeholders. Keep them up to date on progress being made. The LiveLink is both a 2D and 3D model of your site that you can virtually visit from any device.

  • A black quadcopter drone with four propellers flying against a plain white background.

    Elevation Files

    Contour DXF (AutoCAD), Contour SHP (Shapefile), Digital Terrain Model (DTM) and Digital Surface Model (DSM).

  • An aerial view of a construction site showing a marked area for excavation, with equipment and vehicles around. The site has grid lines, color-coded sections, and elevation data on the left, with a highlighted shape outlined in yellow and filled with a red and blue shaded overlay.

    Stockpile and Earthworks Reporting

    Capture critical earthworks milestones. Measure and report on stockpiles. We can complete a cut/fill analysis of your site and help you visualize and calculate your earthwork. Gain insights about the area’ topography. Compare progress overtime. All data is processed in a matter of hours.

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Drone Imagery in Construction 

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Documentation and Record-Keeping

Accurate documentation is essential for construction projects, and drones provide an efficient way to maintain comprehensive records. The data collected by drones can be used to create a detailed log of the project, capturing every stage from groundbreaking to completion. This documentation is valuable for compliance, dispute resolution, and future reference.

Design and Planning

During the design and planning phase, drones assist architects and engineers by providing a comprehensive view of the site and its surroundings. The aerial imagery and 3D models created by drones enable better visualization of the project in its actual environment, facilitating more informed design decisions. Drones can also capture images and data that can be integrated into Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, enhancing the accuracy and detail of digital representations of the project.

Two people, a man in an orange safety vest and a woman, look at architectural plans spread out on a desk, in an indoor office or meeting room.

Progress Monitoring

Throughout the construction process, drones are invaluable for monitoring progress. Regular drone flights can capture up-to-date images and videos of the site, allowing project managers to track the development of the project in real-time. This continuous monitoring helps ensure that the project stays on schedule and within budget. Drones provide a bird’s-eye view that can reveal issues that might not be visible from the ground, such as deviations from the planned design or safety hazards.

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Safety and Security

Safety is a paramount concern on construction sites, and drones contribute significantly to improving it. Drones can be used to monitor site conditions and identify potential safety hazards, such as unstable structures or unsafe work practices. They can also be equipped with sensors to detect hazardous materials or monitor air quality. In addition, drones enhance site security by conducting regular surveillance flights, deterring theft, and vandalism, and ensuring that only authorized personnel are present on-site.

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A table displaying measurements related to an object, including area, cut volume, fill volume, net volume, and material volume.
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Drones have become essential tools in the construction industry, providing numerous benefits that enhance efficiency, safety, and accuracy throughout various phases of the construction process. From initial site surveys to project completion, drones offer a range of capabilities that streamline operations and improve outcomes.

Site Surveys and Mapping

In the initial stages of a construction project, drones are used for site surveys and mapping. Equipped with high-resolution cameras drones can capture detailed aerial images and generate accurate 3D models of the existing conditions and topography of the site before mobilization. This data is crucial for understanding site conditions, identifying potential challenges, and planning the layout of the project. Traditional surveying methods can be time-consuming and labor-intensive, but drones can cover large areas quickly and provide precise data, significantly reducing the time and cost involved.

Construction site blueprint with plumbing and electrical plans, including pipes, lines, and annotations.

Communication and Collaboration

Drones facilitate better communication and collaboration among project stakeholders. The visual data and reports generated by drones can be easily shared with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, keeping everyone informed and aligned. This transparency improves decision-making and helps resolve issues quickly. Virtual site tours created using drone footage can also be used to update remote stakeholders or potential investors, providing them with a clear understanding of the project's progress and challenges.

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Quality Control and Inspections

Drones play a crucial role in quality control and inspections. They can access hard-to-reach areas, such as rooftops, tall structures, and confined spaces, capturing high-resolution images and videos that can be analyzed for defects, structural integrity, and compliance with design specifications. This capability reduces the need for manual inspections, which can be hazardous and time-consuming. Drones can also perform thermal imaging to detect issues like water leaks or insulation problems, providing a non-invasive way to assess the quality of the construction.

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Inventory and Resource Management

Managing materials and resources efficiently is critical to the success of a construction project. Drones help in inventory management by providing accurate data on the quantities and locations of materials stored on-site. This information aids in planning and prevents delays caused by shortages or misplaced resources. Drones can also monitor the usage of equipment and machinery, ensuring optimal utilization and reducing downtime.