Frequently Asked Questions

Our FAA Part 107-certified pilots deploy commercial-grade drones equipped with soft-wash spray systems. The drone hovers 3–5 feet above the roof surface and applies a biodegradable cleaning solution at low pressure (under 100 PSI), eliminating algae, mold, and organic growth without any foot traffic. According to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA), low-pressure washing is the only manufacturer-approved cleaning method for asphalt shingles. Each service takes 45–90 minutes for an average residential roof.

Yes. Traditional pressure washing at 1,500–3,000 PSI strips granules from shingles and voids manufacturer warranties. Our drone-based system operates at under 100 PSI—a 95% reduction in pressure compared to conventional methods. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) reports that improper cleaning is among the top 5 causes of premature roof failure. Because drones never land on the surface, there is zero risk of cracked tiles, punctured membranes, or structural load damage.

We serve all of South Florida's tri-county area: Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Miami-Dade County. This includes West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Miami, and surrounding communities. Our mobile drone operations require no scaffolding or heavy equipment, so we can reach properties in gated communities, waterfront estates, and high-density commercial districts.

In South Florida's subtropical climate, the Florida Home Builders Association recommends professional roof cleaning every 12–18 months. Our region's combination of heat, humidity, and frequent rain creates ideal conditions for Gloeocapsa magma (black algae) and moss growth, which the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) identifies as a leading cause of accelerated shingle deterioration. Properties near canals or under tree canopy may benefit from cleaning every 10–12 months.

Yes. According to the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR), insurers non-renewed over 271,000 homeowner policies in Florida in 2023 alone. Carriers now use high-resolution aerial and satellite imagery—analyzed by AI underwriting software—to flag properties showing signs of organic growth, staining, or deferred maintenance. A flagged roof can trigger a non-renewal notice, a surcharge of 15–25%, or a requirement for a full roof replacement even when the underlying structure is sound.

After every service, we deliver a Digital Compliance Certificate: a timestamped, GPS-tagged, high-resolution photographic report documenting your property's condition before and after cleaning. This report includes drone flight metadata (date, time, coordinates), close-up imagery of all roof planes, and a signed compliance summary. You can submit this directly to your insurance carrier or HOA board as documented proof of proactive maintenance—evidence that has helped our clients successfully contest non-renewal notices.

Yes. We provide bulk-service agreements for HOA communities and commercial property managers. Our Digital Compliance Certificates satisfy most HOA maintenance requirements under Florida Statute 720.3015, which governs homeowner association maintenance obligations. We also offer community-wide aerial assessment reports that help boards prioritize maintenance across multiple buildings, reducing per-unit costs by up to 30% compared to individual service.

All of our pilots hold current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificates, the federal license required for commercial drone operations in the United States. We also carry $1 million in commercial drone liability insurance per occurrence and maintain full compliance with FAA airspace authorization requirements (LAANC). Our operations follow FAA Advisory Circular 107-2, which governs safe commercial drone practices.

Research by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) shows that soiled solar panels can lose 15–25% of their energy output, with losses exceeding 30% in coastal and high-humidity regions like South Florida. A 2023 study published in the journal Solar Energy found that salt mist and organic bio-film accumulation in subtropical coastal environments reduced panel efficiency by an average of 22.4% within 6 months of the last cleaning. For a typical 10kW residential system generating $200/month, that translates to $528–$600 in lost energy production annually.

Garden hose water contains dissolved minerals (calcium, magnesium) that leave residue on panel glass, creating micro-deposits that actually accelerate future soiling. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) recommends deionized (DI) water for solar panel cleaning to prevent mineral spotting. Our drone system uses laboratory-grade DI water and operates at low pressure, matching the cleaning protocol recommended by major panel manufacturers including SunPower, LG, and Panasonic. Manual cleaning also risks scratching anti-reflective coatings, which the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems identifies as a primary cause of long-term efficiency degradation.

For most South Florida homeowners, professional drone-based solar cleaning pays for itself within 2–4 months. Based on NREL efficiency data, a homeowner with a $300/month solar offset losing 25% to soiling is forfeiting $75/month in energy production. Our residential panel cleaning service typically costs $150–$300 depending on system size—meaning the investment is recovered in 2–4 months of restored output, with 8–10 months of net positive return before the next recommended cleaning.

Yes. We service commercial and industrial solar arrays up to 500kW, including rooftop systems on warehouses, office buildings, and parking structures. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that commercial solar installations in dusty or humid environments can lose up to $20,000–$50,000 annually per megawatt in unrealized energy production due to soiling. Our drone-based approach eliminates the need for rooftop access, fall protection equipment, and the liability exposure associated with traditional manual cleaning crews—reducing total service cost by approximately 40% compared to conventional methods.