At Black Hills Roofing, we combine cutting-edge drone technology with professional infrared thermal imaging to provide one of the most advanced commercial roof inspection services available. Traditional roof inspections can only evaluate what is visible on the surface. Our drone-mounted infrared cameras reveal hidden conditions beneath the membrane allowing us to detect potential problems long before they become costly leaks or structural damage. Our infrared roof surveys are performed in accordance with ASTM C1153, Standard Practice for Location of Wet Insulation in Roofing Systems Using Infrared Imaging, the industry’s recognized standard for nondestructive thermal roof inspections. This ensures inspections are conducted under appropriate environmental conditions, producing reliable data that building owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and insurance professionals can trust. Without placing unnecessary foot traffic on your roof, our FAA-compliant drone inspections safely scan thousands of square feet in a fraction of the time required for conventional methods.

The result is a comprehensive thermal map that helps identify areas requiring further evaluation, including:

• Hidden moisture trapped beneath membrane roofing systems
• Wet or deteriorated insulation that reduces energy efficiency
• Membrane breaches and punctures
• Open or failing seams
• Areas of heat loss and thermal irregularities
• Drainage issues and moisture accumulation
• Damage following hail, wind, or severe weather events
• Areas requiring targeted repair before widespread failure occurs
  

Smarter decisions. lower costs.

Infrared technology allows us to pinpoint problem areas with exceptional accuracy, helping building owners avoid unnecessary roof replacement when localized repairs may be the better solution. Instead of relying on assumptions or invasive exploratory cuts across the roof, we provide objective data that supports informed maintenance, repair, warranty, insurance, and replacement decisions.

FASTER. SAFER. MORE ACCURATE.

Using drone technology means inspections can often be completed with minimal disruption to your business operations. Hard-to-access areas, steep roof sections, and large commercial facilities can be evaluated safely without extensive rooftop foot traffic, scaffolding, or costly lift equipment. Large facilities that once required days to inspect can often be surveyed in just a few hours

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY. EXPERIENCED ROOFING PROFESSIONALS.

Technology is only as valuable as the expertise behind it. Our certified roofing professionals analyze every thermal image alongside a detailed visual roof inspection to distinguish true moisture anomalies from normal thermal variations. This integrated approach provides a higher level of confidence than thermal imaging or visual inspection alone.

DETAILED REPORTING YOU CAN TRUST.

Every inspection includes a professional report featuring:

• High-resolution aerial photography
• Infrared thermal imagery
• Roof diagrams identifying suspect areas
• Analysis of observed conditions
• Repair and maintenance recommendations
• Documentation suitable for facility managers, property owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and asset management planning

PROTECT YOUR ROOF. PROTECT YOUR BUDGET.

A commercial roof is one of the largest capital investments a building owner will make. Hidden moisture beneath a membrane can silently deteriorate insulation, reduce energy efficiency, corrode roof components, and compromise the structural integrity of the roofing system long before leaks become visible inside the building.

Early detection through ASTM-compliant infrared inspections allows problems to be addressed before they escalate often reducing repair costs, preventing interior damage, extending the service life of the roof, and helping owners maximize the return on their roofing investment.

Don’t wait for a leak to discover a problem. Discover what’s happening beneath your roof before it becomes an expensive emergency. Our ASTM C1153-compliant drone infrared roof inspections deliver the information you need to make confident, data driven decisions that protect your building, your occupants, and your investment for years to come.