Addressing the Elephant in the Room: Top 5 Arguments and Myths Against Drone Surveying
Research suggests drones have improved productivity, cost-effectiveness, and timeliness on construction sites. Although land surveyors have expressed concerns regarding the reliability, accuracy, and long-term future of these tools, the technology remains popular. To instill confidence in the field, we’re addressing the top 5 arguments and myths against drone surveying.
Case Study: How Asphalt Contractor Earle Verifies Stockpile Quantities with Drones
Ditch third-party, airplane-based photogrammetry in favor of drone technology! With a shorter lead time and quicker turnaround, stockpile volumes can be verified and documented in a matter of hours. Drone service providers contribute the expertise needed to navigate and measure these yards within FAA-restricted airspace.
Optimizing Construction Site Operations in 2025 with Drone-based Material Reporting and Logistics
Streamline material reporting and expedite record-keeping with drone technology. Utilizing a drone service provider for continuous job site monitoring allows project managers to plan effective delivery routes, track material, and verify deliveries both on- and off-site. Detailed imagery keeps stakeholders informed and acts as an “insurance policy” in case of theft.
Case Study: How FCL Builders Leverage Drone Flights to Document Site Progress
In order to keep stakeholders informed and better integrate clients into the construction lifecycle, FCL Builders hired The Drone Life to visually document site progress. Biweekly drone flights gave offsite project owners and subcontractors insight into daily work, and ensured that the project was completed on-time and within budget. For on-site workers, drone imagery centralized project information and kept cross-functional teams up-to-date.
How Drones Provide Unmatched Value Amongst Construction Stakeholders
Drones boost construction efficiency with real-time tracking, accurate documentation, and reduced site visits, delivering value to every project stakeholder.
Top 5 Challenges Facing General Contractors & How Drones Will Solve Them
Construction is consistently ranked as one of the most stressful careers in the world — but it doesn’t have to be. Using readily-available drone technology, workers can address long-held frustrations and on-site challenges that frequently plague the industry. In this article, learn how drones can be used for better reporting, conflict resolution, site planning, and overall project management.
The Role of Drone Surveys for Sediment and Erosion Control in Construction
Learn how drone inspections improve erosion control, sediment management, and regulatory compliance on active construction sites with post-storm aerial documentation.
Why Technology Adoption is Slow in Construction (And How to Overcome It)
The construction industry is a traditional, analog space typically resistant to new technology — but it doesn’t have to be. New tools for progress tracking, real-time data monitoring, and remote surveying are becoming more popular as digitization takes hold. In this article, we address the most common barriers to technology adoption in AEC, and how to overcome these challenges.
Top 5 Challenges for Earthworks Contractors and How Drones Will Solve Them
Discover the top challenges earthworks contractors face from EPA compliance to project delays, drone technology streamlines construction, improves safety, and reduces costs.
How Drones Can Improve Traffic Management Plans on Construction Sites
Keep both workers and pedestrians safe with detailed, effective traffic management plans, supplemented by aerial drone imagery. With a visual record of planned actions, cross-functional teams can stay informed, organized, and most importantly, safe from incidents. In this article, we’ll explore how to use drone photography to illustrate and verify your traffic management plans.
Case Study: Drone Survey Reveals 100,000 Cubic Yards of Missing Dirt
In order to verify earthwork volumes throughout this 160-acre mixed-use development site, a LiDAR drone mission was determined to be the most time efficient, accurate, and cost effective method for mapping Cambridge Constructors & Engineers’ entire project. After analyzing the elevation data, it was discovered that over 100,000 cubic yards of additional dirt was needed to complete the job – saving the company considerable time and money in rework.
How Drones Identify and Resolve Workplace Disputes in Construction
Discourse and commonplace conflict are nothing new to construction. Whether for noise ordinance violations, incomplete work, or contractual matters, these disputes can be very costly. In this article we will explore how drones identify and resolve these workplace disputes in construction projects.