A faster, safer way to measure roofs

By Emma Peterson. 

Learn what aerial roof measurements are and why they should matter to you and your team. 

Traditionally, contractors have to spend hours measuring roofs by hand, depending on how complex of a roof it is. This is not only a time-consuming task, but also a high-risk one in terms of safety. Today, there is another option – aerial roof measurements from Eagleview! 

Eagleview’s aerial roof measurement technology takes high-resolution imagery of a roof and then uses 3D modeling to calculate highly accurate (verified at 98%+ accuracy) roof dimensions without your crew having to leave the ground. The team at Eagleview went into a bit more detail in a recent article:  

Each measurement is generated from imagery captured by specialized aircraft or drones equipped with advanced cameras. That data is processed through 3D modeling and AI-powered detection systems that identify every roof facet, ridge and slope with pinpoint accuracy. 

Once that data is processed, Eagleview’s platform (Eagleview One) packages the measurements into an easy-to-read report. This report is usually ready within hours, giving you near real-time access to your data, and includes:  

1. Component labels: Eagleview’s AI program is able to catalog different aspects of the roof and label them. This includes penetrations, edge metal lengths, flashing locations and drip edges.  
2. Perimeter data: Additionally, the report will break down the total perimeter length for each roof section and the structure on a whole, as to make accurate material ordering easier than ever.   
3. 3D modeling: Last but not least, the Eagleview software will render a digital roof that is accurate within inches to the real roof. This makes it easier for your team and your client to visualize the project.  

Overall, Eagleview aerial roof measurements help companies become more efficient and safer. This is something the team at Manitoba Assessment experienced firsthand, “By reviewing over 18,000 properties annually using aerial imagery, Manitoba Assessment generated about $1.3 million in annual tax revenue at a cost of roughly $140,000 per year, resulting in a 900%+ return on investment.”  

Want to know more about Eagleview’s aerial roof measurement tool? Check out this article!