Challenge

A 32-story residential tower reported water intrusion from multiple units after a severe windstorm. Traditional inspection would require weeks of scheduling and $75,000 in scaffolding costs.

Solution

DroneLeaks mobilized within 4 hours, conducting thermal imaging of the entire west-facing facade in one day. Our analysis identified 7 specific areas of envelope failure at window interfaces.

Results

• Response time: 4 hours from initial call
• Inspection completed: 6 hours vs 3+ weeks traditional
• Cost savings: $68,000 (drone inspection $7,000 vs scaffold $75,000)
• Targeted repairs completed within 10 days

Challenge

156-unit strata complex required comprehensive building envelope assessment for depreciation report. Six buildings, various ages, suspected moisture issues in multiple locations.

Solution

Comprehensive drone thermal imaging survey of all six buildings, conducted over two days to optimize lighting and weather conditions. Identified moisture infiltration in 12 specific locations across the complex.

Results

• All 6 buildings scanned: 2 days
• Total cost: $12,500 vs $58,000 quoted for traditional methods
• 12 moisture intrusion points identified and documented
• Detailed thermal reports delivered within 48 hours
• Enabled targeted repairs saving $127,000 in unnecessary work

Challenge

125,000 sq ft shopping center experiencing recurring leaks in multiple retail units. Previous roof inspections failed to identify the source. Business interruption costs mounting.

Solution

Post-rainfall thermal drone inspection revealed thermal anomalies indicating water pooling in 8 specific roof membrane areas invisible from ground level. 4K visual documentation confirmed membrane deterioration.

Results

• Leak sources identified: 100% accuracy
• Inspection time: 4 hours for entire roof
• Cost: $1,200 vs $8,500 for lift-based inspection
• Zero business disruption during inspection
• Repairs targeted to specific areas, saving $42,000

Challenge

Municipal government considering purchase of 4-story office building for departmental offices. Required comprehensive condition assessment within tight 10-day due diligence period.

Solution

Full thermal and visual drone survey of building envelope, roof, and facade. Discovered significant moisture intrusion behind south-facing cladding and deteriorating roof membrane in two sections.

Results

• Complete assessment: 1 day
• Report with 200+ thermal and visual images: 36 hours
• Issues identified led to $87,000 price reduction
• Municipality used report to negotiate repair credits
• Building purchase completed on schedule

Challenge

Construction firm required envelope verification for 3-building residential development before final inspections. Traditional methods would delay occupancy permits by 2-3 weeks.

Solution

Thermal envelope commissioning of all three buildings during critical completion phase. Identified thermal bridging issues at balcony connections in Building B, allowing correction before final inspection.

Results

• All 3 buildings inspected: 2 days
• Thermal bridging issues identified and corrected pre-occupancy
• No delays to occupancy permits
• Builder avoided post-occupancy warranty claims
• Cost: $6,500 vs $18,000 for traditional commissioning

Challenge

200,000 sq ft warehouse roof requiring condition assessment for insurance renewal and capital planning. Property manager needed comprehensive documentation within 5 days.

Solution

Thermal and visual drone survey identified moisture saturation in 6 roof sections totaling 18,000 sq ft. Created detailed condition map with GPS coordinates for each issue area.

Results

• Entire roof documented: 1 day
• 6 moisture-saturated sections identified (18,000 sq ft)
• Insurance renewal approved with detailed report
• Capital planning now based on accurate condition data
• 10-year roof replacement strategy developed

Challenge

110-year-old heritage building undergoing envelope restoration. Restoration contractor needed pre and post-work thermal documentation for grant reporting and warranty verification.

Solution

Comprehensive thermal baseline documentation before restoration work, followed by post-completion thermal verification. Thermal imaging confirmed elimination of all moisture intrusion and air leakage issues.

Results

• Pre-restoration thermal baseline established
• Post-work verification confirmed 100% issue resolution
• Grant reporting requirements satisfied with detailed imagery
• Contractor warranty documentation complete
• Heritage building preserved with modern envelope performance