At NY NJ Drone Pilots, we provide cutting-edge drone services for construction work across the New York and New Jersey metro area. Our FAA-certified drone pilots help construction professionals improve accuracy, streamline project timelines, and enhance site safety using advanced aerial imaging, mapping, and data capture.
Why Use Drones on Construction Sites?
Drones have transformed the construction industry by offering real-time insights, detailed aerial perspectives, and accurate geospatial data, without interrupting on-site operations. Whether you’re in planning, active development, or post-construction, drones can elevate every phase of your project.
Benefits of Drone Technology for Construction:
We can handle your construction projects from mapping to progression to the marketing of the finished property. NY-NJ Drone Pilots has drones for mapping, thermography, 3D models, timelapse, and cinematic video. We have experience getting permits for flights in NYC. Our team has the equipment that allows us to fly over people legally if necessary. We have made over 3,000 commercial drone flights in the last few years. Trust in our experience to get your job done right.
Fast Turn-Around
Next-day media delivery for photos.
Improve Safety
Safety is our top priority. We are licensed and insured.
Increased Efficiency
Top-of-the-line equipment and certified pilots and photographers.
Progress Monitoring
Get the same photos and videos done periodically to monitor progress
Direct Contracts
Deal directly with your pilot. No middlemen or subcontractors.
Investor Communication
Set a plan, and we’ll communicate with you on-site if needed.

Our team of pilots and photo/video specialists can capture every angle of your project. From individual shoots to multi-day productions that capture every step of the build, we offer a variety of drone and ground-operated video services to showcase your team’s project.
Our photo and video capture services can be an impactful addition to progress reports or marketing your projects. Thermal imaging, video fly-overs, and 3D mapping can all help showcase your progress to investors and clients.
Our Drone Construction Services
At NY & NJ Drone Pilots, we offer a full suite of drone services tailored to construction firms, developers, architects, and engineers:
✔ Construction Progress Photography and Video
We deliver scheduled aerial updates to keep stakeholders informed and projects accountable. Our high-resolution drone photography showcases site development over time.
✔ Drone Mapping & Surveying
Using RTK-enabled drones and high-precision RTK GNSS Receivers and software, we produce highly accurate orthographic reproductions, models, and CAD-ready data to assist surveyors, planners, and civil engineers.
✔ 3D Modeling & Digital Twins
Create lifelike 3D reconstructions of your site for planning, analysis, and virtual walkthroughs—ideal for BIM integration.
✔ Volumetric Analysis
We help calculate cut-and-fill volumes, track stockpiles, and measure materials for accurate invoicing and inventory management.
✔ Safety Inspections & Monitoring
Our drones reduce the need for workers to climb scaffolding or enter hazardous zones, capturing vital data while enhancing job site safety.
✔ Thermal Imaging
Identify heat loss, electrical issues, or water damage with thermal imaging. This is ideal for roofing, HVAC, and structural inspections.
We proudly serve:
- General Contractors
- Civil Engineers
- Real Estate Developers
- Architects & Planners
- Project Managers
- Government & Municipal Projects
Benefits of Drone Technology for Construction:
Site Surveys & Pre-Planning: Quickly assess topography, boundaries, and environmental conditions.
Progress Monitoring: Receive weekly or monthly drone progress reports with high-resolution imagery.
3D Mapping & Modeling: Generate orthomosaic maps, 3D point clouds, and volumetric calculations for precise planning.
Safety & Compliance: Monitor site conditions and ensure OSHA and regulatory compliance from above.
Marketing & Documentation: Capture stunning visuals for investor reports, client updates, and promotional materials.

Whether you’re overseeing a multi-million dollar commercial development or a small residential build, our team delivers scalable drone solutions to support your construction goals.
Why Choose NY & NJ Drone Pilots?
- FAA-Certified & Fully Insured
- Locally Based in NY & NJ
- Experienced in Large-Scale Construction Projects
- Equipped with RTK-Enabled Drones & Thermal Cameras
- Fast Turnaround & CAD-Compatible Deliverables
Service Area
We provide construction drone services throughout:
- New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island)
- Long Island
- Northern & Central New Jersey
- Hudson Valley
- And beyond upon request
Book a Construction Drone Consultation
Take your construction project to the next level. Contact NY & NJ Drone Pilots today for a free consultation and find out how drones for construction work can save you time, money, and resources.