Drone roof + leak inspection without scaffolding or rope access.
We send 4K thermal-imaging drones to find roof leaks, wet insulation, façade moisture intrusion, and underperforming solar panels — across British Columbia. Faster, safer, and dramatically cheaper than traditional access methods.
- Licensed & insured
- WorkSafeBC
- 25+ years
- Since 1999
- Serving BC
- All major regions
- 10,000+ properties
- Inspected
- Serving all of BCSince 1999
- Licensed & insuredWorkSafeBC
- Free phone consultNo pressure
- 25+ yearsFamily-operated
- 10,000+ propertiesInspected
Who we serve
Drone clients across BC
High-rise residential & strata
Locate façade and balcony water infiltration without rope access. Critical evidence for strata depreciation reports and CRF planning.
Commercial flat roofs
Thermal-scan thousands of square feet in a single flight. Identify wet insulation patches before they become tear-offs.
Industrial warehouses
Roof leak inspection on aging membrane without dispatching crews onto slippery surfaces. Detailed map of every moisture anomaly.
Heritage & sensitive buildings
Non-invasive inspection of parapets, stonework, and historical roofing where physical access risks damage.
Solar farms & rooftop PV arrays
Thermal panel-by-panel inspection finds failed cells, broken bypass diodes, and water intrusion in junction boxes.
Insurance adjusters & engineers
Aerial photo/video documentation for water-damage claims, subrogation, pre-purchase, and engineering review.
Why Leak.ca
Drone leak detection done right
No scaffolding, no rope, no roof walks
A 30-minute drone flight replaces a $5,000–$25,000 scaffolding setup or two days of rope-access work. Zero working-at-height risk.
Transport Canada Advanced RPAS certified
Our pilots hold Transport Canada Advanced RPAS certificates. Fully insured commercial drone operations — required for legal work in BC airspace.
4K visual + thermal in one flight
Each inspection captures geo-tagged 4K photo, video, and FLIR-grade radiometric thermal data — all annotated in your report.
Reports for insurance + strata depreciation
Detailed PDF reports with thermal overlays, moisture maps, and annotated images — accepted by all major insurers, strata councils, and engineering firms.
Services
Specialist drone services
Drone Roof Inspection
4K visual + radiometric thermal survey of any roof — residential, commercial, industrial, or heritage. No walks, no risk.
Learn moreAerial Thermal Imaging
Radiometric FLIR-grade thermal mapping for moisture, heat loss, and energy waste. Quantified temperature data, not just pretty pictures.
Learn moreHigh-Rise & Façade Inspection
Window-by-window and balcony-by-balcony water infiltration mapping for towers — without rope or swing-stage.
Learn moreBuilding Envelope Assessment
Whole-building moisture intrusion mapping. Walls, roof, parapets, junctions — drone-led data feeding into engineering reports.
Learn moreCommercial Roof Moisture Survey
Locate wet insulation on flat roofs before tear-off. Save the membrane or scope the repair accurately — your call.
Learn moreSolar Panel Thermal Inspection
Panel-by-panel thermal scanning. Identify failed cells, diode failures, dirt shadows, and junction-box moisture before they damage yield.
Learn moreInsurance Aerial Documentation
Pre-claim or pre-purchase aerial photo/video documentation. High-resolution evidence with date-stamped GPS metadata.
Learn moreWhen to call us
Signs you need a professional
Don't wait until minor issues become major losses.
Mystery leaks on the top floor
Water staining on an upper level of a tall building is almost always coming through the roof or wall envelope above. Aerial thermal pinpoints the entry point.
Aging flat roof, no recent survey
Most commercial flat roofs need a thermal survey every 5 years to catch wet insulation. Catching it early can save the membrane.
Wet insulation suspected
Water trapped between membrane and deck won't show inside — but it doubles your heating cost and rots the deck. Thermal imaging finds it instantly.
Strata depreciation report
BC strata corporations require periodic depreciation reports. Aerial roof imagery + thermal is a far better evidence base than visual-only walks.
Insurance claim requiring documentation
Insurers love high-resolution aerial evidence. We deliver 4K stills, video, and annotated thermal — perfectly suited for a claim file.
Solar array underperforming
If your kWh output is dropping, individual panel failure is the most likely cause. Aerial thermal finds failed cells panel-by-panel.
How it works
What happens when you call
Simple, transparent, focused on getting you the answers you need.
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You call us
Speak directly with a leak-detection expert. No pressure, no sales pitch — just guidance on what you need.
- 02
We assess your situation
We listen carefully to your concerns and determine if professional detection is necessary.
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Schedule at your convenience
If detection is needed, we arrange a visit that works with your schedule. Fast response available.
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Get clear answers
Our technicians arrive, conduct non-invasive testing, and provide precise results and next steps.
Real outcomes
Recent drone wins
32-storey façade leak located in one flight
A West End strata had ceiling stains on the 28th floor that two contractors couldn't trace. A 45-minute drone thermal survey identified failed sealant at a curtain-wall transition on the 30th floor — repair scoped same week, no swing-stage required.
$80K saved on a warehouse roof tear-off
Property manager assumed a 100,000 sq ft membrane was past saving. Our drone thermal survey showed only 8% wet insulation — surgical patches preserved the roof for another 7 years.
12 failed panels identified in a 2,400-panel array
Solar farm operator suspected output drop. Drone thermal flight identified 12 underperforming panels (1 with junction-box moisture). Warranty replacement restored full output within a month.
Locations
Serving all of British Columbia
Click your city to see localized service details. Don't see your city? Call us — we cover all of BC.
- Will leak detection damage my property?
- No. We use non-invasive technology like thermal imaging, acoustic sensors, and ground-penetrating radar. No drilling, cutting, or demolition required in most cases.
- Does insurance cover leak detection?
- Many policies cover detection costs when water damage is present. We provide detailed reports for your insurance claim documentation.
- How quickly can you respond?
- Same-day response is often available for urgent situations. Regular appointments are typically scheduled within 24–48 hours.
- What if you don't find a leak?
- You receive a comprehensive report confirming no active leaks were detected. This documentation is valuable for insurance, property sales, or peace of mind.
- Are your drone pilots licensed and insured?
- Yes. All Leak.ca drone pilots hold Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Certificates and carry $5M commercial drone liability insurance — required for all legal commercial drone operations in BC.
Drone leak suspected? Talk to a tech.
Free phone consult with a 25-year expert. We tell you if a site visit makes sense — never push for one.