Several areas of concern in the roofing industry have resulted in a negative reputation for many companies and the industry at large. With high costs for repairs, inaccurate and dangerous inspection methods, and a lack of preventative maintenance, traditional ways of doing business often do not make the customer's best interests a priority. However, a new breed of roofers is using drone technology to build greater trust and provide more value to customers.

The old ways aren't working

Traditional methods for inspecting roof conditions are cumbersome, and frequently involve manual surveys, requiring a person to physically climb the roof and take note of problem areas. These types of inspections are time-consuming and costly. One study published in 2014 by Moore & Wagner found that residential roofing is a major ongoing source of fatalities, and companies occasionally do not take precautions or adhere to safety standards, which contributes to the negative perception.