Real projects. Real results. Browse a curated selection of completed drone service projects across Raleigh, the Triangle, and North Carolina. Each case study showcases the deliverables, process, and measurable outcomes we achieved for our clients in agriculture, construction, real estate and insurance, weddings, and corporate events. Every project below was planned, flown, and delivered by our FAA Part 107 certified team led by founder Marco A. Castro.
Captured a 12-acre luxury estate with pool, guest house, and horse barn from dramatic aerial perspectives. Delivered 45 edited aerial photos and a 90-second cinematic video tour within 48 hours. The listing received 3x more online views than comparable properties and went under contract within 14 days of going live on MLS.
Produced a 3-minute cinematic aerial brand film showcasing a 40-acre corporate campus including office buildings, green spaces, and employee amenities. Content used across the company’s website, LinkedIn, and recruitment marketing campaigns. Required LAANC authorization for RDU Class C airspace.
Inspected 85,000 sq ft of commercial flat roofing across a 6-building office park using high-resolution visual and radiometric thermal imaging. Identified 12 previously undetected moisture intrusion points and 3 active leak areas invisible from the ground. Delivered a prioritized repair report that saved the client an estimated $45,000 in preventive maintenance costs versus emergency repairs.
Deployed within 24 hours of a severe hailstorm to document roof damage across a 200-unit residential community for an insurance claims team. Captured high-resolution aerial imagery of every rooftop, annotated all visible damage with GPS coordinates and severity ratings, and delivered a complete claims-ready report within 3 business days — reducing the adjuster’s typical assessment time by over 60%.
Surveyed a 35-acre residential development site pre-grading using RTK GPS-enabled drone mapping. Delivered a georeferenced orthomosaic map, digital elevation model, 1-foot contour map, and cut/fill volumetric analysis — all within 72 hours. The engineering team reported our data was within ±2cm of their traditional ground survey benchmarks at a fraction of the time and cost.
Mapped 1,200 acres of corn and soybean fields using multispectral drone sensors to produce NDVI crop health maps and identify drainage problem areas affecting yield. The farmer used our variable-rate prescription maps to reduce fertilizer application by 18% while maintaining yield targets, resulting in significant per-acre cost savings across the full growing season.
Provided 12 months of weekly aerial progress monitoring for a 6-story mixed-use development in downtown Raleigh. Each flight delivered timestamped orthomosaic maps, annotated comparison reports, and stakeholder-ready visual updates uploaded to the contractor’s Procore dashboard. The documentation was credited with resolving two subcontractor billing disputes and helped secure a $2M draw release from the project lender.
Inspected a 4-lane highway overpass bridge structure using high-resolution zoom cameras and thermal imaging drones — eliminating the need for lane closures, bucket trucks, and manual access. Identified spalling concrete, exposed rebar, and expansion joint deterioration. The 3D structural model and annotated inspection report helped the contractor prioritize $380,000 in rehabilitation work.
Delivered a full-season precision crop scouting program covering 800 acres of corn, soybeans, and wheat across the NC Piedmont. Monthly multispectral drone flights produced NDVI crop health maps that detected a fungal disease outbreak 10 days before visible symptoms appeared — enabling targeted treatment that protected an estimated $120,000 in crop value. Variable-rate prescription maps reduced overall herbicide application by 22%.
Photographed and filmed a $2.1M custom new construction home for the builder’s marketing portfolio. Aerial shots captured the home’s relationship to surrounding greenway access, community amenities, and lot privacy. The builder reported the listing video generated 12,000 views on social media within the first week and the property sold $50,000 above asking price.
Completed aerial roof inspections on 42 insured commercial properties across the Triangle as part of an annual portfolio condition assessment program. Delivered individual property reports with annotated visual and thermal imagery, damage severity ratings, and remaining roof life estimates. The insurance client used our data to adjust 8 policy renewals and flag 3 properties for immediate remediation — preventing potential claim losses.
Captured a fall vineyard wedding from breathtaking aerial perspectives — including a dramatic venue reveal flyover at golden hour, overhead ceremony coverage showing the full vineyard backdrop, and a cinematic first-dance sequence filmed from above. Delivered a 3-minute highlight reel with licensed music within 7 days. The couple’s Instagram post of the aerial footage received over 2,400 likes and was shared by the venue’s own marketing account.
Provided full-day aerial coverage of a 1,200-attendee annual tech conference at the Raleigh Convention Center. Captured keynote stage aerials, exhibition hall panoramas, outdoor networking event footage, and sponsor activation documentation. Delivered same-day social media teaser clips for LinkedIn and a polished 4-minute recap reel within 5 business days — used across the company’s post-event marketing campaign and sponsor thank-you packages.
Covered a 50th birthday celebration hosted at a private lakeside property near Jordan Lake with 120 guests. Captured a dramatic aerial group photo of all attendees, scenic venue flyovers showing the lake and property, and candid overhead footage of the dinner and dancing. Delivered a 2-minute cinematic keepsake film that the family shared with relatives across the country who could not attend in person.
Every project in our portfolio started with a simple conversation. Tell us about your project — whether it is a real estate listing, a construction site, a wedding venue, a farm field, or a corporate event — and our Raleigh-based team will show you exactly how our drone services can deliver measurable results for you. Explore our full service list, check our service areas, or read our FAQ for more details.
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