Drone Roof Inspections & Insurance Claim Documentation
Faster Assessments. Safer Inspections. Ironclad Documentation.
When storm damage hits a property in Northeast Ohio, speed and accuracy matter. Insurance adjusters, roofing contractors, and property owners across Akron, Cleveland, Canton, Youngstown, and surrounding areas trust NE Ohio Drone to deliver high-resolution aerial documentation that speeds up the claims process and eliminates disputes.
What We Document
Storm & Hail Damage
High-resolution aerial imagery of roof surfaces, gutters, flashing, and structural components — capturing the full scope of hail impact, wind damage, and storm-related deterioration that ground-level inspections miss.
Roof Inspections (Without a Ladder)
No ladders, no scaffolding, no liability risk. Our drone captures every square foot of a roofline quickly and safely — ridge caps, valleys, penetrations, skylights. Ideal for steep-pitch or multi-story structures.
Fire & Water Damage Assessment
Post-event aerial photography documents the full extent of fire or water damage from above, giving insurers a complete picture of structural impact for accurate estimating and faster settlements.
Before & After Documentation
Side-by-side aerial imagery before and after repairs provides airtight documentation for claim closure, dispute prevention, and contractor accountability.
Large Property & Multi-Structure Sites
Commercial properties, apartment complexes, warehouses, and industrial facilities — we cover large footprints efficiently, delivering organized, geotagged imagery sorted by structure or zone.
Why Adjusters & Contractors Call Us First
Real Work: F0 Tornado Damage — Cleveland Area Warehouse
When an F0 tornado touched down in the Cleveland area, a local roofing contractor needed to assess a damaged commercial warehouse roof — fast. They couldn't wait for a traditional inspection. They needed to know the scope of the damage immediately so they could plan and mobilize a temporary weatherproofing solution before more damage occurred.
They called NE Ohio Drone.
Within 2 hours we were on site.
The drone was in the air within minutes of arrival, capturing high-resolution photos and video of the entire metal roof — damage patterns, compromised seams, and areas of greatest vulnerability — from angles no ground inspection could provide. The contractor had a complete aerial picture of the damage before they even set foot on a ladder.
That documentation allowed them to immediately prioritize the temporary repair, protect the building from further weather exposure, and provide their client with a clear, visual record of the storm's impact.
The roof has since been fully repaired.
Photo: Aerial documentation of F0 tornado damage to a commercial metal roof, Cleveland area.
Who We Work With
- Insurance Adjusters — Independent and staff adjusters handling residential and commercial property claims across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania
- Roofing & Restoration Contractors — Supplement your estimates with aerial documentation that supports every line item
- Property Owners — Having independent aerial documentation before your adjuster's visit puts you in a stronger position
- Property Managers — Regular aerial inspections of commercial roofs catch developing problems before they become expensive claims
Service Area
We serve all of Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, including:
Akron · Cleveland · Canton · Youngstown · Mansfield · Wooster · Medina · Alliance · Warren · Ravenna · Painesville · Ashtabula · Erie PA · Pittsburgh PA · Sharon PA
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us — chances are we do.
⚡ Emergency Service Available
Storm just hit? Don't wait. We offer emergency response for time-critical damage documentation. Call us first.
Get a Fast Quote
Insurance claim documentation moves fast — and so do we. Contact Ed Rich directly for a same-day response.
FAA Part 107 Licensed · $1 Million Liability Insurance · Northeast Ohio & Western PA
"If you need to preserve the facts — call me."
— Ed Rich, NE Ohio Drone LLC