Small unmanned aerial vehicles (SUAV), otherwise known as drones, are growing in popularity and are being used by businesses rather than just for entertainment purposes. Despite how many people are skeptical about the use of drones and the impact it will make on the world of technology, there are tremendous advantages to them. Drones are being used in marketing, search and rescue, agriculture, mapping, and many other industries.
Hampton Roads Photography is now offering aerial photography and video services. Our pilot is FAA certified under 14 CFR part 107, the regulations that cover SUAV operations.
Services that we are currently providing are:
residential and commercial real estate marketing still and video images
inspections for roofing, towers and other locations that would be more difficult or dangerous to send a climber to reach
Construction progression still and video images that can be added to ground progression photos
Marketing and advertising stills and videos to promote your business
Real Estate
Drones are revolutionizing the world of real estate marketing. Property listings with high-quality photography and videos are crucial assets to any agent. Some agents even claim that the use of drones has been the most important technology to enter the industry since the internet.
Grabbing footage of exteriors and interiors with seamless fly-around scenes have been a game-changer when it comes to marketing the beauty of homes. This not only captures details of the building but the entire property and its’ surroundings.
Apartment complexes and other rental properties can also find that aerial imaging will help them find tenants for their properties.
Just as with residential real estate, leasing or selling commercial properties will benefit from aerial images. One area that is often overlooked is land acquisition. Aerial flyovers not only survey the property, but also the surrounding area.
Drones in construction progress
Whether doing a one-off house, or new development, drones have many advantages you can leverage.
Unmanned aerial vehicles or drones have the ability to capture data, not just images. This drone data can save money and save time while providing project managers with real-time information. Construction companies all over the world are leveraging drone technology on all construction projects now.
Before breaking ground, drones can play a vital part in the planning process of new development. Traditional survey of sites is slow, laborious and dangerous. Incorporating drones into your workflow can significantly speed up this process. With a detailed ortho-rectified map of the site, valuable information can be extracted. Site elevations give vital information for planning, such as flood prevention.
Regular aerial surveys during construction can have tremendous benefits. Mismanaged scheduling and purchasing can be eliminated. Stockpiles can quickly be surveyed and measured. A whole site view can yield savings and productivity improvements in the workflow. Drone software solutions allow the ability to fly site surveys that are repeatable and autonomous. Photos and videos can be made from the same locations during every survey. Sites can include individual homes or commercial buildings, larger developments and infrastructure such as roads and bridges.
Inspections
Roofs are dangerous and hazardous, and working at height is always challenging. Ensuring worker’s safety is paramount, drones can reduce this risk and keep employees safe. Buildings and homes can be inspected up close with drones. This is especially useful for taller buildings that can’t be reached with ladders or bucket trucks.
Marketing and Advertising
Aerial images and videos can be dramatic and compelling for marketing your businesses, locations, and events. The tourism industry in our area is a larger part of our economy. Aerial images make a great addition to marketing tourism in Hampton Roads.
Remote Pilot Services
Finally, if you are an enterprise business or government agency with your own drone program, we offer freelance remote SUAV pilot services. Projects may arise that may require more trained pilots than you have available. Contact us today if you are in need of an FAA certified pilot.
