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Drone Facade Inspection: Replacing Scaffolding Without Compromising Quality
Drone facade inspection replaces costly scaffolding and rope access with faster, safer, and more detailed building surveys — without compromising on data quality or compliance.
5 days ago7 min read


How to Cut and Clean Your 3D Models for Delivery and Presentation in Hammer Missions
Learn how to use Hammer Missions' model clipping tools to clean and present professional 3D drone models — step-by-step guide for building inspections.
7 days ago6 min read


Why Building Inspections Are Driving the Next Phase of Drone Inspection Market Growth
Drone-based building inspections are gaining rapid traction as ageing building stock, stricter façade safety regulations, and rising access costs reshape how estates are managed. This article explores why the market is accelerating and how the shift from periodic surveys to continuous building intelligence is driving industry growth.
Apr 174 min read


How to Map and Inspect a Historic Church Building Using Drones, AI, and 3D Modelling
Learn how to inspect historic building facades using drones, AI, and 3D modelling. This guide covers flight planning, data capture, defect detection, and reporting workflows for safer, faster, and more accurate building envelope inspections.
Mar 174 min read


What's New in Hammer Missions—February 2026 Product Update
February 2026 updates to Hammer Hub: improved AI quantification, faster workflows, colour-coded deficiencies, cleaner facade clipping, enhanced reporting, and a preview of Gaussian Splatting and new interior capture tools.
Mar 42 min read


The Key Players in Drone-Based Building Inspections — And How to Make Them Work Together
Learn how drone-based building inspections really work, from pilots and engineers to software workflows—and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Jan 124 min read


Optimising Drone 3D Mapping: Which Flight Plans Deliver the Best Results?
Learn how different flight plans impact drone 3D mapping quality. Compare single grid, double grid, facade mapping and combined missions for best results.
Oct 28, 20254 min read


What's New in Hammer Missions — Mid November 2025 Product Update
Discover the latest in Hammer Missions' October update. Explore smarter AI and sharper data with Hammer Missions for enhanced drone inspections.
Oct 28, 20253 min read


How Drones and AI Are Transforming Facade Inspection: A Real-World Case Study from Florida
Discover how drones and AI are transforming facade inspection workflows. Learn how Hammer Missions enables faster, safer, and more accurate building assessments — from data capture to defect reporting.
Oct 20, 20254 min read


Property Management Inspections: How Drones are Cutting Costs and Risks
Property managers face the challenge of balancing safety, cost, and compliance when it comes to building inspections. Drone-based inspections offer a safer, faster, and more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods like scaffolding and rope access. With AI-powered analysis and detailed aerial imagery, drones are transforming how managers assess building facades, roofs, and overall structural health.
Sep 24, 20253 min read


How Much Does a Milestone Inspection Cost in Florida?
Florida’s new Milestone Inspection requirements are reshaping how property managers approach building assessments. This article explores the major cost drivers and highlights how drone-enabled inspections can offer a safer, faster, and more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.
Sep 16, 20254 min read


Drone Programs: Key Considerations for Drone Building Inspections
New rules are finally allowing drone building inspections in major cities. Here's a quick guide and workflow for urban drone surveys.
Mar 11, 20244 min read


Face Value: New York Leads the Way with Drone Facade Inspections & FISP
Drones are a game-changer for facade inspections. Here we look at how New York City have ripped up the building inspection rule book.
Mar 2, 20245 min read
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