How much does a thermal drone solar inspection cost?
Our full thermal inspections are normally $750. In hail season, a home hail check is $149. Commercial and regional inspections are quoted on system size and location.
Do I need to be home?
Not usually. We need clear access to fly near your property and a sunny day so the panels are working. We'll confirm the time with you before we come.
Why does it need to be sunny?
Faults only show as heat when the panels are producing power. We book inspections for clear days, around the middle of the day.
Will my insurer accept the report?
The report includes thermal and zoom images of each fault, the inspection conditions and a licensed electrician's recommendation. That's the kind of evidence insurers ask for, but the decision on your claim is always theirs.
Is the drone pilot licensed?
Yes. Our pilot is CASA-licensed and flies to CASA rules on every job.
What did you find in Gawler?
Hot spots across a commercial roof. Built-up dirt had overheated the cells until they burnt, and the whole system needed replacing. Regular cleaning and checks would have caught it before it got that far.
Can thermal imaging miss anything?
Thermal shows faults that affect how a panel heats up. Some very fine cracks don't show until they start affecting output, which is why we pair it with a close-up zoom check of every panel.
What happens if you find damage?
We explain what we found and quote the repair or replacement. If it's storm or hail damage, the report and quote can go straight to your insurer. Our hail damage guide covers the claim side.
