Aerial Drone Services & Inspections

Discover the solution that’s right for you

Roof Inspections

Fast. Safe. No ladders.

Aerial inspections beat climbing around any day. High-detail photos and video let you spot issues early — damage, aging, ponding, open seams, you name it. Perfect for commercial and residential roofs across Northern Illinois.

What you get:
Ready to book your drone roof inspection? Contact Northern IL Drone today for fast, safe, and accurate results • Full roof photo/video set • Thermal (if needed) • Problem-area highlights •Easy-to-share report
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Construction Progress

Weekly updates that don’t waste your time.
Track every stage of your build without walking the site. Our FAA‑certified drones capture high‑resolution overviews and detailed close‑ups, helping contractors, owners, and project managers verify progress safely from any location. We deliver clear, consistent imagery for documentation, communication, and compliance across Northern Illinois construction projects.
“Weekly aerial progress imagery provides clear overviews for owners and contractors.”
“Comprehensive site updates from foundation to finish.”
“Consistent capture from the same flight path allows precise progress tracking.”
View how Northern IL Drone helps track construction progress, reduce site visits, and verify project milestones.Contact us today for a free consultation.
What you get:
  • • Scheduled progress flights
  • • Wide‑angle overview shots
  • • Close‑up site details
  • • Before/after comparison photos
  • • Optional 3D progress mapping




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Thermal Scans

Find the leaks the eye can’t.
Thermal imagery reveals what traditional inspections miss. Our certified thermographer uses high‑resolution drone‑mounted infrared cameras to detect roof moisture, heat loss, wet insulation, and electrical hotspots—issues invisible to the naked eye. We provide complete thermal overlays and detailed reports so you can plan repairs with confidence anywhere in Northern Illinois.
“Certified thermal imaging reveals moisture and heat‑loss patterns.”
“Pinpoint roof leaks using high‑sensitivity radiometric data.”
“Thermal overlay reports highlight problem areas clearly.”
What you get:
• Hot and cold spot mapping • Moisture and leak detection • Thermal overlay imagery • Full analysis and PDF report
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Ready to pinpoint hidden roof moisture or insulation problems? Contact Northern IL Drone for a certified thermographic inspection.

Lost Pet Search Flights

Night or day — fast, wide-area searches.
When time matters, our thermal‑equipped drones help families and rescue groups locate lost pets quickly — even at night or in wooded areas. Using thermal tracking, spotlights, and GPS‑guided flight patterns, we cover large areas safely and efficiently. It’s one of the most rewarding things we do, combining advanced drone technology with real‑world compassion across Northern Illinois.
“Broad floodlight coverage improves safety and visibility during searches.”
“Thermal overlay helps locate pets in dark or wooded areas.”
What you get:
• Day or night thermal search• GPS‑guided flight path• Live‑stream tracking and recorded video• High‑intensity spotlight illumination
Request Search Flight
If your pet goes missing, every minute counts. Contact Northern IL Drone for rapid aerial support with certified thermal search technology.
“Fast, precise search coverage using GPS grid patterns.”

Aerial Photo & Video

The good-looking stuff.
Our Media Studio captures cinematic aerial footage and high‑resolution photos ideal for real estate, marketing, and events. Every flight delivers sharp detail, smooth movement, and perfect framing. Combined with professional editing and color grading, we help your brand stand out across Northern Illinois.
“Precision‑framed aerial photography for real estate and marketing.”
“Clean, cinematic aerial shots highlight project scale and location.”
“Smooth stabilized passes ideal for video marketing.”
What you get:
  • • Full aerial photo set
  • • Smooth cinematic video passes
  • • Optional editing and color correction
  • • Social‑ready formats for marketing use
  • • Licensed media for print or web
Get in touch
Show your project or property from its best angle. Get in Touch with Northern IL Drone Media Studio to plan your next shoot.

Mapping & 3D Models

Big-area accuracy without the headache.
Our drones capture detailed, geo‑referenced imagery that turns sites into precise 2D orthomaps and 3D models. Perfect for planning, measuring, and documentation, Northern IL Drone delivers consistent data for contractors, roofers, and facility managers. We help you visualize projects, assess conditions, and share updates quickly — no manual surveying required.
“Accurate site mapping captured from FAA‑certified drone flights.”
“High‑resolution orthomap ready for export.”
“Data‑rich mapping shows variations in surface and material.”
What you get:
• 2D orthomaps • 3D models • Accurate measurements • Export files for team review • Need ongoing site updates? Ask about our • • •Construction Progress Flights for time‑lapse comparisons.
Request Mapping Services
See your project from every angle. Contact Northern IL Drone for custom mapping, 3D model builds, and measurement exports across Northern Illinois.