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Drone Thermal Survey Saves $80K on Warehouse Roof Replacement

45-min flight$80K saved7+ years added to roof life
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The Problem

A property manager assumed a 100,000 sq ft warehouse roof membrane was past saving and budgeted $80K for full replacement. The tenants were facing a rent increase to cover the capital cost.

Detection Method

Drone thermal survey of the entire roof — 45-minute flight. Radiometric thermal data identified that only 8% of the insulation was wet. The remaining 92% was sound.

Results

Surgical patch repairs saved the membrane. $80K replacement deferred for 7+ years. Tenants avoided rent increase. Property manager now schedules annual drone thermal surveys.

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