Drone inspection is the modern way to assess the condition of your roofs, façades and buildings in French-speaking Switzerland: no scaffolding, no risk, and at lower cost. Here are the prices in 2026.
How much does a drone inspection cost in Switzerland?
The price depends on the size of the building, the type of service and the complexity of the mission. Indicative ranges:
- Roof inspection, house (detached villa): CHF 390–650
- Façade inspection, apartment building: CHF 390–990
- Infrared thermal inspection: CHF 500–1,000
- Photogrammetric survey / 3D modelling: CHF 690–2,100
- Site monitoring (flat rate): from CHF 490/month
These prices include the flight, HD photos and video, and the full inspection report within 48h.
What affects the price?
Surface and complexity of the building
A simple villa roof costs less than a multi-storey building with L-shaped roofs or complex corners. The total area and number of faces drive flight and analysis time.
Type of inspection
A standard visual inspection (HD photos and video) costs less than an infrared thermal inspection, which needs specialised equipment (a calibrated thermal camera) and certified expertise in thermography. 3D photogrammetric modelling requires advanced processing.
Location in French-speaking Switzerland
Inspection Drone works mainly in Vaud and Lausanne, Geneva, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Valais and the Jura. Mileage costs may apply outside these areas.
Deliverables
The base price covers HD photos, an overview video and an inspection report. Options such as georeferenced orthophotos, a detailed thermal report or 3D modelling are available.
Drone vs traditional methods: cost comparison
Compared with a traditional inspection by scaffolding or lift, the drone is a considerable saving:
- Scaffolding (hire + erection): approx. CHF 22–35 per m² of façade (indicative)
- Lift (per day): CHF 800–2,000
- Drone inspection: CHF 390–990
Besides costing less, the drone removes the risks of working at height, avoids disturbing occupants and provides far more exhaustive photographic documentation.
What a drone inspection with Inspection Drone includes
- Flight planning and regulatory check (FOCA A1/A2/A3 certified)
- Reconnaissance flight and 4K / 50 MP image capture
- Annotated photos and videos of problem areas
- Complete inspection report with location of anomalies
- Concrete recommendations on the work to consider
- Digital files delivered within 48h
Read also: roof inspection prices in detail.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drone inspection cost in Switzerland?
Roof of a villa CHF 390–650; façade of an apartment building CHF 390–990; thermal inspection CHF 500–1,000; photogrammetric survey and 3D modelling CHF 690–2,100; site monitoring from CHF 490/month.
What makes the price vary?
The surface and complexity of the building, the type of inspection (thermal needs a calibrated camera), the location (mileage costs possible outside Vaud, Geneva, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Valais and the Jura) and the deliverables chosen.
What does the base price include?
HD photos, an overview video and an inspection report delivered within 48 h. Options: georeferenced orthophotos, detailed thermal report, 3D modelling.
Get a free quote
Every building is unique. For an exact price for your project, contact us for a free quote. We reply within 24h and work quickly anywhere in French-speaking Switzerland.
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