Drone Roof Inspection
From $249
A drone roof inspection from Bent Nails starts at $249. When a roof is too steep, damaged or snow-covered to walk safely, a drone captures high-resolution photos and video of every slope with no ladders and no risk to the roof, and the findings arrive in a same-day report.
A drone inspection is most useful when a roof is too steeply pitched or damaged to access. It captures high-resolution images from angles that can’t be seen from the ground, finding problems quickly without anyone climbing onto the roof.
The aerial scan takes 10 to 15 minutes, compared with over an hour to set up a ladder inspection. In the coldest months, a high optical-zoom camera is used instead, to avoid weather damage to the drone.
Who books drone inspections
- Home buyers and sellers
- Ottawa homeowners
- Real estate agents
- Property managers
- Insurance adjusters
- Roofing and renovation contractors
- Investors and landlords
- Business, commercial and industrial owners
How it works
- 01Arrival and setup. The drone is prepared for your property.
- 02Aerial scan. High-resolution footage is captured from multiple angles.
- 03Detailed review. Images are reviewed for roof damage, leaks and wear.
- 04Same-day report. A clear report with recommendations, photos and short video you can send to insurers and contractors.
Questions about this inspection
Are drone roof inspections accurate?
Yes. High-resolution imaging often finds issues that a standard visual inspection misses, such as missing shingles or early signs of water damage.
Can drone inspections be done in winter?
Yes. In extreme conditions Darren switches to a high-zoom camera for safety and image clarity.
Why not just climb onto the roof?
Climbing increases risk, takes longer and still limits what can be seen. A drone safely captures every area, including steep slopes, without damaging shingles or risking a fall.
Which areas do you serve?
Ottawa and surrounding areas, including Kanata, Nepean, Barrhaven and Orléans.
Page updated November 2026. Prices before tax; Darren confirms the final price when he calls.