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Drone Services for Construction Projects in Texas
From groundbreaking to final walkthrough, our FAA-certified UAV crews deliver the aerial data your project team needs — progress documentation, 3D mapping, volumetric surveys, and thermal inspections.
Aerial Intelligence Built for the Jobsite
Construction projects generate enormous amounts of data, and the most valuable data often comes from above. A drone can survey an active site in minutes, produce a georeferenced orthomosaic before the crew breaks for lunch, and deliver a volumetric stockpile report that would take a ground crew half a day to complete manually.
Airspan Solutions operates under FAA Part 107 commercial certification and carries full liability insurance. We work directly with general contractors, project owners, civil engineers, and site superintendents to build a documentation and survey program that fits your schedule and deliverable requirements.
Whether you need weekly progress photos for an owner report, a monthly 3D model for quantity tracking, or a one-time thermal scan of a completed roof assembly, we deliver files in the formats your team actually uses — not just images in an email.
Drone Services for Construction
From site surveys to final documentation, we cover every aerial need across the project lifecycle.
Construction Progress Documentation
Systematic aerial photography on a weekly, bi-weekly, or milestone schedule. Consistent framing and altitude across every shoot so owners, lenders, and project managers can compare progress over time.
Drone Photogrammetry & 3D Mapping
Survey-grade orthomosaic maps, point clouds, and digital elevation models from active construction sites. Accurate to centimeter-level with ground control points for engineering and quantity applications.
Volumetric Stockpile Surveys
Rapid, accurate volume calculations for earthwork, aggregate, and material stockpiles. Replace manual tape-and-rod surveys with drone-derived quantities your estimators can trust.
Cut/Fill & Earthwork Analysis
Compare current site conditions against design surfaces to quantify cut and fill volumes, track grading progress, and identify discrepancies before they become change orders.
Thermal Roof & Building Envelope Inspections
FLIR-equipped UAV inspections of completed or in-progress roof assemblies and building envelopes. Identify moisture intrusion, insulation voids, and thermal bridging before they become warranty claims.
Marketing & Investor Photography
High-resolution aerial stills and 4K video for project marketing, investor updates, and public relations. Capture the scale and progress of your development in a format that communicates to stakeholders.
Construction Project Types We Serve
Why Construction Teams Choose Us
- FAA Part 107 certified pilots — every flight is legal, documented, and insured
- Deliverables in formats your team uses: GeoTIFF, LAS, DXF, PDF, and high-res JPEG
- Airspace authorization handled in-house — no delays waiting on third-party approvals
- Consistent methodology across every shoot for reliable progress comparisons
- Rapid turnaround — most deliverables within 24–48 hours of the flight
- Experienced working on active sites with safety-conscious site coordination
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should we schedule drone progress documentation?
Most general contractors schedule weekly or bi-weekly flights during active construction phases, with milestone shoots at foundation, structural steel, roof, and substantial completion. The right cadence depends on your owner reporting requirements and the pace of the project.
How accurate are drone volumetric surveys compared to traditional methods?
With properly placed ground control points, drone photogrammetry can achieve horizontal and vertical accuracy within 1–3 centimeters. For most earthwork and stockpile applications, this is comparable to or better than traditional total station surveys, at a fraction of the time and cost.
Can you fly on an active construction site?
Yes. We coordinate directly with your site superintendent before every flight to establish a safe operating window, identify hazards like cranes and personnel, and comply with your site safety plan. We carry full liability insurance and can provide a certificate of insurance to your project owner or GC.
What file formats do you deliver for engineering and survey use?
We deliver orthomosaic maps as GeoTIFF, point clouds as LAS or LAZ, digital elevation models as GeoTIFF or ASCII grid, and reports as PDF. For CAD integration we can export DXF contours. Progress photography is delivered as full-resolution JPEG with GPS metadata.
Do you handle airspace authorization for construction sites near airports?
Yes. We handle all FAA airspace authorization in-house through the LAANC system. If your project site is in controlled airspace — common near major Texas metros — we secure authorization before the flight date so there are no delays on shoot day.
Ready to Add Aerial Data to Your Project?
Tell us about your project, schedule, and deliverable requirements. We'll put together an aerial program that fits your workflow.