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Hail Damage Drone Inspection
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What to know before you book
What hail damage looks like from above
On asphalt shingles, the signature is granule loss — dark, roughly circular spots where the protective surface has been knocked off, exposing the mat beneath — often with a bruise that is easier to feel than to see. Impacts tend to distribute unevenly by slope, because hail arrives at an angle, so the elevation facing the storm can be heavily marked while the opposite one looks untouched. Soft metal is the useful corroborating evidence: dents in gutters, downpipes, vents, flashing and any roof-mounted equipment record the same storm and are far harder to attribute to age. On tile, look for cracking and chipped edges; on a flat membrane, for punctures and displaced surfacing.
Why the date matters more than anything else
The recurring dispute in hail claims is not whether the roof is damaged but when it happened and what caused it. Granule loss also occurs through ordinary ageing, and a roof photographed for the first time two years after the storm invites exactly that argument. Imagery captured days after a dated weather event, showing fresh impacts and matching dents in soft metal, is a much stronger record than the same roof photographed later. If you already have images of the roof from before the storm, keep them — the comparison is worth more than either set alone.
Posting the job well
Give the date of the storm, not just the date you noticed. Say what you can see from the ground and whether anything is currently leaking or tarped, because that changes the urgency and sometimes the sequence. Say whether this is going to a claim, since a pilot who does claims work will capture the establishing shots and the soft-metal detail without being asked. And say how quickly you need it — after a regional storm the constraint is availability, and a poster who is honest about a tight window gets more useful quotes than one who is not.
A word about the knock on the door
Widespread hail is followed by contractors working the neighbourhood, and most are legitimate. The pattern worth being careful with is anyone who inspects for free, finds damage, and then wants to handle your claim as well as the repair. Commissioning your own independent documentation, from someone whose only involvement is capturing what is there, keeps those two things separate — and it costs a fraction of a roof.
What this settles
- Documents granule loss — the dark circular spots where the protective surface has been knocked off — across every slope.
- Captures the uneven distribution by elevation that tells you hail arrived at an angle.
- Records the corroborating soft-metal evidence: dents in gutters, downpipes, vents, flashing and roof-mounted equipment.
- Fixes a date. Imagery captured days after a dated storm is a far stronger record than the same roof photographed two years later.
What it does not
- Feel a bruise. On asphalt, impact damage is often easier to feel than to see, and that needs someone on the roof.
- Separate storm granule loss from ordinary ageing on its own — which is exactly the argument a late inspection invites.
- Inspect the deck, or say what is under the covering.
- Decide the claim. It evidences the argument; it does not win it.
Give the date of the storm, not the date you noticed. And be careful with anyone who inspects free, finds damage, and then wants to handle your claim as well as the repair — independent capture keeps those two things separate.
Why post it on SkyLog
Photograph it before the next storm
The strongest version of your documentation is the one captured before anything else happens to the roof. Once a second event lands, separating the two becomes somebody's judgement call rather than a matter of record.
Resolution is the whole job
Hail bruising and granule loss are small-scale features. An overview flight at fifty metres will not resolve them; close, square-on passes at consistent height will. This is the difference between imagery that settles a question and imagery that raises one.
Nobody on a compromised roof
Fresh hail damage means loosened material and, often, a wet surface. This is exactly the roof you should not be walking, and the reason aerial documentation became standard for it.
Free to post
Posting and receiving quotes costs nothing, and SkyLog takes no commission and adds no markup. You pay the pilot you hire, at the price the two of you agree.
Pilots who list roof work
Real published profiles. Open any one to see credentials, kit, service area and sample work before you post.
Andy Jones
California, United States
12 work samples
FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot based in Southern California, specializing in construction documentation, infrastructure inspections, mapping, orthomosaics, and aerial imagery. With more than two decades of experience managing complex federal construction projects, I understand the importance of accuracy, safety, and delivering actionable data—not just photos. I operate professional DJI Enterprise aircraft, including the DJI Matrice 4E, DJI Matrice 4T, as well as the DJI Air 3S for high-resolution imaging and the DJI Neo 2 for specialized close-range operations. My services include construction progress documentation, roof and property inspections, land development, infrastructure photography, photogrammetry, mapping, and custom aerial imaging. I also conduct search operations for lost pets using aerial search techniques and thermal imaging. Every mission is conducted in compliance with FAA regulations, with careful mission planning, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results on schedule. Whether you need a single inspection or recurring project documentation, my goal is to provide reliable aerial data you can confidently use to make decisions. For ground work, I use a Cannon EOS R50 for photography and video.
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Carey Daveler
Pennsylvania, United States
10 work samples
Aerial photos! I'm Carey Daveler, the pilot behind Shockwave Design LLC, serving agents and homeowners across the Susquehanna Valley, from Pittsburg to Philly and Williamsport to Winchester VA. I specialize in aerial photos for houses, land, and construction in progress as well as roof inspections and storm damage. The goal is to overdeliver clear, well-composed images to show your home or project the way you want to see it. Cinematic videos are also available to showcase your property.
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Robbie Fundoots
Florida, United States
9 work samples
SkyVantix provides professional drone services throughout Central Florida, specializing in aerial imaging, real estate photography, property inspections, and high-quality aerial video. As an FAA Part 107-certified remote pilot, I prioritize safety, attention to detail, and reliable communication on every mission. Whether you need detailed property imagery, roof and exterior documentation, or compelling aerial visuals for a real estate listing or business project, my goal is to deliver clear, useful results that meet your needs. I understand the importance of dependable service, professional presentation, and timely delivery. Based in Central Florida, SkyVantix is ready to support property professionals, real estate agents, roofing companies, and businesses seeking a reliable aerial imaging partner. Your project deserves a higher perspective — SkyVantix delivers an eye in the sky.
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Jeremy
Texas, United States
9 work samples
I’m Jeremy, a certified Part 107 aerial operator based in Spring, Texas. I specialize in delivering clear, accurate, and high‑quality aerial data for real estate, roof inspections, insurance claims, and property marketing. With a background in collections, accounting and operations, I bring a detail‑driven, business‑minded approach to every project. I have owned Aerial Depictions & Recordings for over 3 years now. I enjoy creating images and discovering views from an aerial perspective. To me, these are more than just images - they are Aerial Depictions. Capturing life's moments and movements you will never see from the ground.
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Samuel Flah
Texas, United States
9 work samples
My name is Samuel, and I’m an FAA Part 107-certified drone pilot based in the McKinney, Texas area, with more than 2 years of professional drone experience supporting wind turbine blade inspections. I also bring 8 years of experience in the wind energy industry, including 6 years specializing in composite blade inspection and repair, crew leadership, safety oversight, and field operations. My UAS experience includes conducting detailed external blade inspections using professional DJI platforms, as well as manual visual inspections. I understand the importance of capturing clear, consistent imagery while working safely and efficiently around large infrastructure. I’m currently expanding my drone services into mapping, construction, roofing, solar, infrastructure, and property inspections. I’m dependable, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a professional field team. I’m looking forward to using my aviation and wind-industry experience to provide accurate, reliable drone data and inspection imagery for Skylog projects.
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David Medina
Texas, United States
6 work samples
FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot specializing in detailed aerial asset and roof inspections. Utilizing the DJI Air 3S, I leverage its dual-camera system (1" wide and 3x telephoto) to capture sub-inch structural details and defect data safely from a distance. Equipped with obstacle sensing and forward LiDAR, I deliver precise, professional, and repeatable aerial datasets for insurance, property management, and structural evaluations.
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Before you post
Can a drone actually see hail damage?
Yes, when it is flown for it. Granule loss and impact bruising are visible in high-resolution imagery captured close and square-on to each slope. They are not reliably visible in a general overview flight, which is why the flight plan matters as much as the camera.
How soon after a storm should I have it done?
As soon as you reasonably can, and ideally before another weather event. There is no hard deadline in the physics — the damage does not disappear — but the evidentiary value of the imagery is highest when it sits close to a dated storm.
Is a drone inspection enough on its own?
For documentation, it is a strong start. It cannot assess the decking underneath, feel for soft spots or lift material to look beneath it, and most claims eventually involve someone physically on the roof. Think of it as the record, not the verdict.
What does it cost?
Typically $150 to $400 for a residential roof, more with thermal or for larger and more complex properties. Post the roof and compare — after a regional storm, availability moves prices more than the roof does.
Should I ask for thermal?
For impact damage, usually not — visual resolution is what matters. Add thermal if water has already got in and you need to document where it is sitting, which is a different question from whether the roof was struck.
My insurer already sent someone. Is my own inspection worth it?
It can be, particularly if you disagree with the finding or the inspection happened long after the event. It is your record of the roof, captured independently and dated. What it is not is a negotiation — that is what a licensed public adjuster does.
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