Understanding Drone Services
Real Estate Listings & Media
What is it?
This is the foundation of your aerial intelligence. We provide cinematic 5.1K video and stunning, high-resolution 48-megapixel still photos. As a standalone deliverable, this imagery is used for powerful marketing, clear communication, and simple, high-level observation. It is also the raw data we use to build our more complex inspection reports and 3D models.
Why it Adds Value
Marketing & Sales That Convert: For commercial real estate, new construction, or hospitality, nothing sells a property like a stunning video that shows its high-altitude context. We capture the "money shot"—like a breathtaking twilight photo or a video showing highway access and nearby amenities—that stops clients from scrolling and gets you to the closing table faster.
Radical Clarity for Stakeholders: Provide dynamic, easy-to-understand video updates to investors, clients, or remote team members. A 90-second video of site progress removes all ambiguity and provides immediate insight. It ensures key decisions are based on what's actually happening, not an out-of-date report. Show, don't just tell.
Simple, Verifiable Intelligence: Sometimes you just need an answer. Is the delivery on site? Are the perimeter fences secure? What did the site look like before we broke ground? We provide time-stamped, high-definition visual proof. This "as-is" record is an invaluable, low-cost tool for daily check-ins and for protecting yourself from future damage claims.
Example of high-resolution videography used for marketing and promotional material. YouTube automatically lowers the resolution for videos, please adjust for the best results!
Example of high-resolution videography used for real estate listings and promotional material. YouTube automatically lowers the resolution for videos, please adjust for the best results!
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Real Estate Listings & Media
You Handle the Interior. We Handle the Impossible.
Essential Home
Perfect for: Starter homes, condos, and vacant land listings. Get professional, high-resolution aerials that show the full context of the property—the backyard size, the neighborhood, and the roof condition—without breaking the marketing budget. Simple, effective, and delivered fast.
$165
✓ 20-25 Aerial & Ground Photos
✓ Basic Color Correction
Luxury Estate
For signature properties that demand a premier marketing experience. The Luxury Estate package combines everything from our Pro Showcase with the emotional draw of twilight photography, a comprehensive interior video walkthrough, and an interactive 3D model. This is the ultimate tool to captivate discerning buyers and showcase a high-end property in its best possible light.
$495
✓ All Pro Showcase +
✓ Twilight Photos
✓ 2–3 Min Edited Video
✓ Orthomosaic Map w/Property Boundary
✓ Cinematic Interior Walkthrough Video
✓ 48-Hour Turnaround
À La Carte Add-Ons
Twilight Photos: $200 | Approximate Boundary Lines: $200 | 3D Property Model: $500 | Neighborhood Flyover: $150 | Floor Plans 2D/3D: $75
*Minimum price requirement is $150 per property.
Pro Showcase
Tell the property's full story. This package builds on the Essential toolkit with a complete photo gallery and detailed floor plans. We add a branded, cinematic exterior video that’s perfect for social media and showcasing the home's unique character and setting.
$275
✓ 30–40 Aerial & Ground Photos
✓ 60-Second 4K Cinematic Video Reel
✓ Neighborhood Flyover
✓ 2D Floor Plan
✓ Basic Color Correction
✓ 24-Hour Turnaround
✓ Same-Day Turnaround
Claims Adjusting & Asset Inspections
What is it?
This is a targeted, high-resolution data-gathering service for asset managers, claims adjusters, and maintenance crews. Using our drone's high-powered zoom lens, we get "eyes on" your most critical or hard-to-reach assets to identify specific damage or wear-and-tear. The deliverable is a focused set of high-resolution images and videos, compiled into an annotated report that pinpoints specific areas of concern (cracks, water intrusion, rust, storm damage, etc.).
Why it Adds Value
Radical Safety Improvement: This is our #1 value. Instead of sending a person up a ladder, a man-lift, or scaffolding, we send a drone. You get a better, more detailed view of a steep roof, a cell tower, or a building facade without a single employee leaving the safety of the ground.
Surgical Precision for Repairs: Our zoom lens lets us identify a failed weld, a rusted bolt, or a single damaged shingle from a safe distance. Your maintenance crew knows exactly what the problem is and exactly where to go, eliminating guesswork.
Accelerate Insurance Claims: We provide clear, indisputable visual evidence of damage for an insurance adjuster, all provided in an organized and easy-to-read report. This documentation dramatically speeds up the claims process, getting your asset repaired and back in service faster.
Find Problems Before They Explode: This is proactive maintenance. A quick, low-cost annual inspection can help you catch a $5,000 repair before it becomes a $500,000 structural failure or liability.
Example page from an Altus Air Northwest Claims Inspection Report showing close-up images of vents located on the SE corner of the clients roof. We ensure proper zoom and coverage for each property feature so you get what you need the first time.
Example page from an Altus Air Northwest Claims Inspection Report showing nadir (top-down) views of the roof taken in a grid pattern to ensure ample overlap and asset coverage.
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From wind damage to crash reconstructions, we provide detailed, high-res inspections without the risk. We have established workflows to ensure entire asset/property coverage with image overlap and video backup.
Insurance & Inspection Packages
“The Ladder Assist”
For the Adjuster who wants to stay safe and move fast. Stop risking your knees on 12/12 pitches and 2-story eaves. We handle the dangerous climbing so you can write the estimate from the safety of your vehicle.
$225
✓ High-Res Photos (Roof & Facades)
✓ Damage Close-Up Images
✓ Same-Day Turnaround
“The Adjuster’s File”
The ultimate evidence package for Public Adjusters fighting a denial. Give the carrier undeniable proof. This package provides a comprehensive, organized visual report designed to be dragged-and-dropped directly into your claim file or Xactimate report.
$350
✓ Everything in “The Ladder Assist” +
✓ 2D Orthomosaic Image
✓ Test Square Documentation
✓ Pitch and Direction Verification
✓ Annotated Damage Report
✓ 24-Hour Turnaround
Rush: +$100 (Same-Day Turnaround)
Commercial/Multi-Family Units
Stop guessing the condition of your commercial roof. We provide a complete High-Resolution Visual Audit of your asset. We identify pooling water, membrane tears, and maintenance issues safely from the air, giving you a 'Google Earth' style view that is 100x sharper and up-to-date.
$500+
✓ Everything in “The Adjuster’s File” +
✓ Grid Flight Mapping
✓ 2D Orthomosaic Maps
✓ 4K Video Flyover w/Narration
✓ Full Damage & Highlight Report
✓ 48-Hour Turnaround
Rush: +$100 (24-Hour Turnaround)
Add-Ons and Individual Deliverables
Orthophoto & DSM/DTM: $400 | 3D Site Model: $500
*All packages are able to be customized and pricing is set based on scope of work.
Telecom & Critical Infrastructure Pricing
Due to the unique and custom needs per institution, we do not offer set pricing for telecom & critical infrastructure work. Please contact us for an initial consultation to see how we can best serve your needs.
Property Intelligence Reporting
What is it?
This is your complete, on-demand due diligence package. Designed for investors, out-of-state buyers, and commercial real estate agents, this service provides a comprehensive and unbiased "boots-on-the-ground" look at a potential acquisition. We combine ground-level video walkthroughs (using high-definition stabilized cameras) with comprehensive aerial imagery (photos and video from all cardinal directions) to create a single, consolidated intelligence report.
Why it Adds Value
Invest with Confidence: Stop flying blind. We are your trusted, local partners in Spokane. Get a complete picture of the asset, its condition, and its surroundings before you sign.
The 360-Degree View: We show you everything. The aerials reveal the roof condition, property lines, and neighborhood context, while the ground-level video walks you through the interior, checks the mechanicals, and documents the building's current state.
Move Faster Than the Competition: While other investors are booking flights, you're already reviewing a complete report. This speed allows you to make an informed offer faster and more decisively.
A Single, Shareable Deliverable: You receive one professional, easy-to-understand report that combines all photos, video links, and our detailed observations. Forward it to your partners, lenders, or legal team to get everyone on the same page instantly.
Example page from an actual Altus Air Northwest Property Intelligence Report showing an orthomosaic image with an exact parcel boundary pulled from the local county GIS portal.
Another example page from the same Altus Air Northwest Property Intelligence Report showing elevation differences across the property.
Example title page from an actual Altus Air Northwest Property Intelligence Report showing basic project information.
Table of Contents from the same report organizing the requested deliverables in an easy-to-digest format, rather than an unorganized file dump in Google Drive.
Recurring Progress Monitoring
What is it?
A service designed specifically for General Contractors, Project Managers, and property owners. We establish a repeatable, automated flight path over your entire job site. We fly this exact path every week, two weeks, or month. The deliverable is a "visual library" of your project's entire lifecycle, allowing for powerful side-by-side comparisons and progress verification. We also offer one-time ‘snapshot’ packages to give you an accurate baseline of your progress.
Why it Adds Value
Total Site Awareness: Manage your job site from your desk. Get a complete, top-down overview of site logistics, material laydown areas, and potential hazards in a single 5-minute video. You can spot a potential drainage problem, see a bottleneck in vehicle flow, or identify an unsafe work area before it costs you a day of downtime.
End Disputes Before They Start: A time-stamped, unbiased visual record is the ultimate tool for resolving disputes. Whether it's a question about progress, a claim of pre-existing damage, or a conflict in scheduling, our data provides the ground truth.
Build Trust with Stakeholders: Keep owners, investors, and remote leadership in the loop with professional, compelling, and easy-to-understand visual updates. A weekly progress video proves the job is on track, builds confidence in your management, and makes your meetings more productive.
Create a Permanent As-Built Record: This visual timeline is your project's ultimate CYA (Cover Your Assets), protecting you from future claims or legal challenges.
Verify Pay Applications Instantly: Stop guessing. When a subcontractor submits a pay application, you don't have to "walk the site" to verify their claim. Compare their invoice against our time-stamped visual data to confirm work-in-place in seconds. You pay for exactly what's been done.
Example of 3D model of construction site (pre-construction) in Spokane, WA.
Contour map made from an orthomosaic image showing elevation across a job site in Mill City, NV.
Site Logistics Mapping & 3D Modeling
What is it?
This is where we turn "pictures" into "data." Using a process called photogrammetry, we fly a precise grid pattern over your site, capturing hundreds of overlapping photos. Our software then stitches these images together to create two distinct, powerful deliverables:
2D Orthomosaic Map: Think of it as "Google Earth for your project," but in ultra-high resolution and captured today.
3D Model: A fully interactive, photorealistic 3D "digital twin" of your site, building, or stockpile.
Why it Adds Value
Measure Anything: Use the map to take accurate relative measurements directly from your computer. Measure distances, calculate perimeters, or find the square footage (area) of a new slab.
Virtual Site "Walk-Throughs": Give engineers, architects, or remote stakeholders the ability to explore the site in 3D without ever leaving their office.
High-Impact Visualization: A 3D model is a powerful tool for marketing a property, planning a renovation, or communicating a complex site plan.
Rapid Volumetric Estimates: Need a quick estimate on those new stockpiles? Our 3D models can generate rapid volume estimates perfect for internal progress tracking.
A Critical Note on Accuracy: Relative vs. Absolute
At Altus Air Northwest, we build our maps to have high relative accuracy. This means measurements within the map (like the distance between two manholes) are extremely precise and reliable for your operational planning.
This is different from absolute accuracy (or "survey-grade"), which requires RTK/GNSS equipment. Our maps are designed for rapid, cost-effective decision-making—not for formal boundary disputes or engineering design. Any maps or models created by AANW used for engineering or earthworks planning must be approved by a licensed surveyor.
Digital Surface Model (DSM) with contour lines showing elevation changes across the map.
Slope map created from an orthomosaic image.
Video of a 3D model created during the pre-construction phase highlighting specific areas requested by the client.
Construction & Earthworks Packages
Get the insight you need to stay on schedule, manage resources, and improve site safety — from the ground and the sky. All tiers include a complete findings report.
Site Snapshot
Perfect for gaining high-resolution visual context and establishing a current, accurate baseline of your site.
Starts at $500
✓ Custom GIS Exports
✓ Unlimited Photos & Video
✓ Orthomosaic Map
Progress Tacker
Monitor your job site with unparalleled accuracy. Our progress tracker packages helps you track progress, manage resources, ensure safety, and stay on schedule.
$1,800/month
✓ 4 Monthly Flights
✓ Side-by-Side Reports
✓ Custom GIS Workflows
Custom Suite
A fully integrated data and visual intelligence solution for managing complex projects. Whether it’s a single flight or multiple per month, we’ll work with you to find the right solutions and price that works for you.
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✓ High-Frequency Monitoring
✓ Planimetric Reporting
✓ Custom Project Deliverables
Add-Ons and Individual Deliverables
Infrastructure Inspections: $150/hr | Orthophoto: $400+ | DSM/DTM: $400+ | 3D Site Model: $500+ | Planimetric Report: $500
*All packages are able to be customized and pricing is set based on scope of work.
Property Due Diligence Reports
Site Snapshot
A foundational visual report for a preliminary look at any property. This package is ideal for assessing basic layout, terrain, and immediate surroundings.
$300
✓ 20-25 Aerial & Ground Photos
✓ Parcel Boundary (from local GIS portal)
Due Diligence Report
Our most popular package for savvy investors. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the property, including a detailed video walkthrough and a desktop review of likely utility access.
$550
✓ 30–40 Ground & Aerial Photos
✓ Approximate Boundary Overlay (GIS Data)
✓ Ground Video Walkthrough of Property
✓ Utilities Proximity Report
Developer’s Insight Report
The complete data package for serious development and site planning. This report combines all data from the Due Diligence Report with a high-impact branded video and an illustrative topographical map to analyze elevation and slope.
$750
✓ All Due Diligence Report Features+
✓ 90 sec. Cinematic Video (Branded)
✓ Illustrative Topography & Slope Maps
Need help choosing the right service?
Every site is unique. The pricing above is a guide, but we’ll tailor a custom proposal to your project’s exact needs.
Contact us to build a custom package or schedule your flight.
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For complex projects requiring more than 8 hours of processing (such as advanced 3D modeling, manual feature cleanup, or detailed reporting) additional time is billed at $125/hour.
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Projects located more than 50 miles from our headquarters include a minimum $30 travel fee plus current IRS mileage rate.