Drone roof inspections · Greater Dayton
Drone Roof Inspections in Dayton, Ohio
We have FAA Part 107 certified drone pilots. When a drone gives a better view of your roof, we fly it as part of your free roof inspection.
Updated October 2026 · Reviewed by Aub Holley, owner
Our drone photos are taken by FAA Part 107 certified drone pilots.
What you get
What a drone roof inspection shows
A drone sees the whole roof at once. It shows every plane, the ridges, the valleys, the chimney and the vents from angles a ladder cannot reach.
It does not replace an inspection on the roof. Where a roof can be walked safely, we walk it. The drone adds photos to that record.
When it helps
When we use a drone for roof inspection
- A roof that is too steep or too tall to walk safely
- A large or cut-up roof that cannot be seen all at once from a ladder
- After a storm, when the whole roof needs to be on record
Most inspections are done on the roof, on foot. We start on the ground, walk the property, then get on the roof. When a drone gives a better view, we fly it.
Why homeowners choose Helping Hands Roofing
Families Helping Families
-
The Helping Hands Roofing Standard
Two rows of ice and water shield at the eaves of every roof, one row in the valleys, along sidewalls and around every pipe and vent, then two layers of synthetic underlayment overlapped 24 inches, 26 on low slopes. More than Ohio code asks for.
-
Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
Covers our workmanship on qualifying installations and replacements. See what it covers.
-
Documented Before It's Covered
We photograph the bare deck after tear-off, the underlayment before the shingles go on, and the finished roof. If we find rotted wood, we photograph that too.
-
Fully Insured Since 2016
Aub Holley founded Helping Hands Roofing in 2016. We're fully insured and based in Beavercreek.
After a storm
Aerial roof inspection for storm damage and insurance claims
After hail or wind, drone photos put the whole roof and each damaged area in one record. Every finding is photographed and explained in plain words. If you file a claim, those photos are part of the documentation we put together. What your insurance company pays is its decision.
What it costs
Drone roof inspection cost
A drone flight is part of our free roof inspection. We do free roof inspections, and there is no obligation to hire us. If you need an estimate, we write one after the inspection and send it to you.
Pillar Two: Build the System Correctly
The Helping Hands Roofing Standard
A drone doesn't replace a hands-on inspection where one's possible. It adds documentation ground photography can't get: a full-roof view of drainage patterns, flashing conditions, and damage from angles a ladder never reaches.
Questions about drone roof inspections
How much does a drone roof inspection cost?
It is part of our free roof inspection. Call 937-215-8663 to schedule.
Is a drone roof inspection worth it?
It's part of our free roof inspection, so it costs you nothing. It's most useful when a roof is too steep or too large to see from a ladder, or after a storm when the whole roof needs to be on record.
Are your drone pilots certified?
Yes. We have FAA Part 107 certified drone pilots. Part 107 is the FAA rule for flying a drone for business.
Does a drone replace an inspection on the roof?
No. Where a roof can be walked safely, we walk it. The drone adds a view of the whole roof and of places a ladder cannot reach.
Do you offer drone roof inspections in the Dayton area?
We fly roofs across Greater Dayton wherever FAA rules allow. We check each address before we fly, and we log every flight. See all service areas.
- The Helping Hands Roofing Standard
- Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
- Fully insured
- Founded 2016
- FAA Part 107 certified drone pilots
How it works
- Step 1
Check before we fly
We check the FAA rules for your address before we fly, and we log every flight.
- Step 2
Fly and photograph
The drone photographs the whole roof up close, including slopes and edges a ladder can't reach.
- Step 3
Explain what we found
We walk you through what the photos show, in plain words.
What homeowners say
-
Kara Aub and his team did a great job with our new roof install. He made sure we were set for the winter and then installed as soon as possible in the spring for best results. Helping Hands also worked directly with our insurance, which was a huge help!
Google review
-
Amanda I would absolutely recommend Helping Hands to anyone. They did a great job replacing my roof and downspouts. I appreciate the amount of work that they put into helping me with my insurance company and how much they cared about me. They helped with things I'm quite sure other companies wouldn't have cared about. In the end, when my insurance company wouldn't budge, they made sure I was taken care of. Thank you for everything.
Google review
-
Tim We recently had our roof replaced and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The pricing was very fair and competitive, which immediately set them apart There were no hidden charges or upsells, I paid exactly what I was expecting. Aub was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process—always quick to respond to any questions and made everything easy to understand. The crew did an excellent job on the installation, and cleanup. They left the area spotless, which we really appreciated. Overall, a smooth, professional experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Google review
