A drone roof inspection costs between CHF 390 and CHF 650 for a house and between CHF 650 and CHF 990 for an apartment building in Switzerland, report included. Industrial or commercial buildings are quoted individually. Here is what the price covers and what makes it vary.
2026 prices by building type
| Building type | Roof area | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Detached house | up to 150 m² | CHF 390–650 |
| Apartment building | 150 to 500 m² | CHF 650–990 |
| Industrial or commercial building | — | On quote |
What the price includes
- mission preparation and regulatory check (FOCA A1/A2/A3 certified pilots);
- reconnaissance flight and 4K / 50 MP image capture;
- annotated photos and videos of problem areas;
- precise location of anomalies, ranking by urgency and work recommendations;
- digital files and PDF report delivered within 48 h.
What makes the price vary
- Area and complexity: a simple house roof costs less than a building with L-shaped roofs, dormers and several chimneys.
- Type of inspection: visual inspection is the cheapest; thermography needs a calibrated camera and dedicated expertise (thermal packages from CHF 500).
- Deliverables: a georeferenced orthophoto, a detailed thermal report or a 3D model come on top of the base price.
- Location: we work mainly in the canton of Vaud, Geneva, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Valais and the Jura; mileage costs may apply outside these areas.
Drone or scaffolding: a different scale of cost
Scaffolding or a lift platform costs significantly more, ties up the building for days and exposes technicians to risk. The detailed comparison is in our guide to drone inspection prices.
When to have your roof inspected
- every year or every two years, as insurers and building experts recommend;
- after a storm, hail or high winds;
- before buying or selling a property;
- before renovation or energy-renovation work.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drone inspection of a house roof cost?
From CHF 390 to CHF 650 for a detached house (up to 150 m²), report included. Free quote within 24h.
Is the inspection report included in the price?
Yes: the price includes the flight, HD photos and video, and the inspection report (annotated photos, location of anomalies, ranking by urgency, recommendations), delivered within 48 h.
Is thermal inspection of the roof included?
No, it is priced separately: it requires a calibrated thermal camera and thermography expertise. Our thermal packages start at CHF 500 (Essential, raw images) and CHF 1,000 (Pro, with diagnosis and report).
See also our article on roof inspection by drone, thermal inspection or request a free quote: we reply within 24h.