Mission Profile // Construction Monitoring
Construction Progress Monitoring
Scheduled aerial documentation, 3D mapping, and orthomosaic imagery that keeps stakeholders informed and projects on track. FAA Part 107 certified. Available nationwide through our verified pilot network.
Travel Note: Travel fees for missions outside your local area are calculated based on distance and included in your quote before you commit.
Nationwide Construction Progress Photography
Recurring Aerial Construction Documentation — Nationwide
Alabama Drone Pros provides recurring construction progress photography and site documentation for projects of all sizes — nationwide. We fly on your schedule — weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly — and deliver orthomosaics, before-and-after progress comparisons, 3D site models, and formatted reports within 48 hours of each visit. FAA Part 107 certified. Nationwide pilot network.
Credentials & Certifications
- ▸FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- ▸Full commercial UAV liability insurance
- ▸GIS-compatible orthomosaic output
- ▸Procore & Autodesk Construction Cloud compatible
Recurring Deliverables — Every Visit
- ▸Orthomosaic aerial map (georeferenced)
- ▸Before-and-after progress comparison overlays
- ▸Curated progress photo set from consistent reference points
- ▸3D point cloud for earthwork & BIM integration
- ▸Formatted PDF progress report with annotations
- ▸Video flythrough for investor & stakeholder updates
Reporting Cadence Options
- ▸Weekly — active construction phases, rapid earthwork
- ▸Bi-weekly — standard commercial & residential projects
- ▸Monthly — long-duration projects, investor reporting
- ▸Custom — milestone-triggered or lender draw schedule
Service Area
- ▸All 50 states — nationwide coverage
- ▸Urban & rural locations — any state
- ▸Remote sites — we match a local pilot
- ▸Travel fees included in your quote
Why It Matters
Aerial Documentation Protects Your Project and Your Investment
Construction projects represent significant capital investment — and that investment is exposed to risk every day work is underway. Schedule slippage, subcontractor disputes, change order disagreements, and lender documentation requirements all create situations where having a precise, timestamped aerial record of site conditions can mean the difference between a resolved dispute and costly litigation. Regular drone documentation creates an irrefutable visual timeline of your project that protects every party involved.
Beyond risk management, aerial progress monitoring gives project managers and owners a perspective that's simply impossible from the ground. A site superintendent walking the job can see what's in front of them — but they can't see the full scope of a 50-acre development, verify that all active work zones are progressing simultaneously, or identify encroachment issues before they become expensive problems. Our scheduled flyovers give you that bird's-eye command view on a regular cadence, keeping you informed without requiring you to be on-site every day.
Construction markets across the country are growing rapidly, with major projects underway in metros, industrial corridors, and coastal regions nationwide. Our nationwide pilot network understands the documentation standards expected by lenders, general contractors, and development firms. We deliver imagery and reports that integrate seamlessly into your existing project management workflows — whether you're using Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or a custom reporting system.
The Process
Consistent Documentation, Every Visit
Project Onboarding
We review your site plans, establish flight corridors, set up a recurring schedule that aligns with your reporting cadence, and configure your deliverable format preferences before the first flight.
Scheduled Flyovers
Our pilots arrive on schedule — weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly — and execute a consistent flight plan that captures the same coverage area from the same reference points every visit, enabling true apples-to-apples progress comparison.
Data Processing
Raw imagery is processed into orthomosaic maps, 3D point clouds, and progress comparison overlays. Volumetric calculations are available for earthwork-intensive phases of your project.
Report Delivery
Processed deliverables are delivered digitally within 48 hours of each flyover. Reports include annotated imagery, progress notes, and comparison views against previous visits and site plans.
Deliverables
What You Receive After Every Visit
Every scheduled flyover produces a comprehensive set of deliverables designed to support your reporting, documentation, and decision-making needs. We don't just hand you raw footage — we process and package everything so it's immediately useful to your team, your investors, and your lenders.
Orthomosaic Map
Georeferenced, stitched aerial map of the entire site — accurate to centimeter-level with proper GCP setup.
Before-and-After Progress Comparisons
Side-by-side overlays from consistent reference points showing exactly what changed between visits.
3D Point Cloud
Three-dimensional site model for volumetric analysis, earthwork verification, and BIM integration.
Progress Report
Formatted PDF report with annotated imagery, progress notes, and comparison against previous visits.
Video Flythrough
Cinematic aerial video of the site for investor updates, marketing, and stakeholder presentations.
Raw Data Archive
Complete raw imagery archive for your records, available in standard formats compatible with major construction management platforms.
Service Area
Documenting Construction Sites Nationwide
Alabama Drone Pros serves construction projects of all sizes — nationwide. From booming aerospace and defense corridors to port expansions, urban redevelopment, and coastal hospitality growth — we're in the air wherever you're building. We work with general contractors, developers, owners, lenders, and project managers across all 50 states. Volume discounts available for multi-site portfolios.
Pricing
Monitoring Packages
Single Flyover
Get a Quote — From $349
- ▸Full site coverage
- ▸Orthomosaic map
- ▸Progress photo set
- ▸PDF report
- ▸48-hour delivery
Monthly Monitoring
Get a Quote — From $899/mo
- ▸4 scheduled flyovers/month
- ▸Orthomosaic + 3D model
- ▸Before-and-after progress comparisons
- ▸Investor-ready reports
- ▸Video flythrough
- ▸Priority scheduling
Full Project Contract
Custom Quote
- ▸Project-duration contract
- ▸Custom reporting cadence
- ▸Multi-format deliverables
- ▸Lender documentation package
- ▸Dedicated project contact
- ▸Volume pricing
Travel Note: Travel fees are calculated based on distance and included in your quote before you commit.
Intel
Frequently Asked
How often should I schedule flyovers?
It depends on your project phase and reporting needs. Active construction phases typically benefit from weekly or bi-weekly coverage. Pre-construction and punch-list phases may only need monthly visits. We'll help you design a schedule that matches your project timeline.
Can you integrate with our project management software?
Yes — we can deliver data in formats compatible with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and other major platforms. We can also provide raw GeoTIFF files for GIS integration.
Do you provide volumetric calculations for earthwork?
Yes — with proper ground control point setup, we can provide accurate volumetric calculations for cut/fill analysis and earthwork quantity verification.
What if weather prevents a scheduled flyover?
We monitor weather closely and will reschedule at the earliest safe opportunity, typically within 24–48 hours of the original date.
Can you document multiple sites under one contract?
Yes — we offer multi-site portfolio contracts with volume pricing for developers and contractors managing multiple active projects.
Field Work
Recent Projects
150+
Projects Documented
Weekly
Progress Cadence
GIS
Georeferenced Maps
FAA
Part 107 Certified
72-Lot Subdivision — Madison, AL
Provided bi-weekly aerial progress documentation for a 72-lot residential subdivision from land clearing through final grading. The developer used our orthomosaic maps to coordinate subcontractors and resolve a drainage dispute with the county.
Deliverables: Bi-weekly orthomosaics · progress comparison overlays · georeferenced site maps
Outcome: Drainage dispute resolved using aerial evidence — saved developer $40,000 in legal fees
Medical Office Complex — Huntsville, AL
Monthly aerial documentation of a 3-building medical office complex over an 18-month construction timeline. Deliverables were used in investor updates, insurance documentation, and a time-lapse marketing video for the grand opening.
Deliverables: Monthly progress photos · time-lapse compilation · investor presentation assets
Outcome: Time-lapse video used in grand opening campaign — 12,000+ views in first week
Highway Bridge Replacement — Colbert County, AL
Aerial documentation of a ALDOT bridge replacement project over a 9-month construction period. Provided weekly progress reports and pre/post comparison imagery for the project's public communications team.
Deliverables: Weekly aerial reports · before/after comparisons · public communications imagery
Outcome: Documentation used in ALDOT project completion report and public press release
Distribution Warehouse — Tuscaloosa, AL
Aerial progress monitoring of a 280,000 sq ft distribution warehouse from foundation pour through roof completion. Steel erection sequencing was documented for the structural engineer's quality assurance records.
Deliverables: Steel erection sequence documentation · foundation-to-roof progress archive · QA photo log
Outcome: QA documentation accepted by structural engineer — no additional site visits required
Resort Hotel Construction — Fort Walton Beach, FL
Provided bi-weekly aerial progress documentation for a 7-story, 180-room resort hotel on Okaloosa Island. Captured foundation pour through structural steel erection, giving the developer and lender a consistent visual record of milestone completion.
Deliverables: Bi-weekly orthomosaics · milestone photo sets · progress video edits
Outcome: Lender draw requests processed 30% faster with aerial milestone documentation
Master-Planned Community — Newnan, GA
Delivered monthly aerial progress surveys for a 320-lot master-planned residential community in Coweta County. Documented grading, infrastructure installation, and model home construction phases for the developer and HOA marketing materials.
Deliverables: Monthly orthomosaics · phase comparison overlays · marketing stills
Outcome: Developer used aerial imagery in all pre-sale marketing — 85% of Phase 1 lots pre-sold
Ready to Document
Start Your Progress Monitoring Program
Protect your investment with consistent aerial documentation. Serving construction projects of all sizes — nationwide.
Get a Monitoring Quote →Regulatory & Industry References
- FAA Part 107 — Commercial UAS — Required federal certification for commercial drone flights
- OSHA — Construction Safety Standards — Federal safety regulations for construction sites
- AIA — American Institute of Architects — Professional standards for architectural documentation
- ASCE — American Society of Civil Engineers — Civil engineering industry standards