Roof Documentation
Without the Ladder.
Fast, safe, high-resolution aerial documentation for roofers and contractors in Santa Clarita and the greater LA area. Photos, video, and clean PDF reports — usually delivered same or next day.
Services
Everything you need, from the air.
One drone, one operator, one straightforward deliverable. Pick what you need — or bundle it all.
Roof Documentation & Imaging
High-res photos of every slope, ridge, valley, flashing, penetration, and gutter line.
Roof Inspection Video
Smooth 4K walkthrough-style flyovers for bids, punch lists, and client handoffs.
Construction Progress Monitoring
Recurring scheduled flights — same angles every time, easy week-over-week comparison.
Before & After Documentation
Pre-job condition records and completed-work showcases you can hand off with pride.
Insurance & Claim Support
Timestamped, organized imagery for supplementing claims and settling disputes.
Marketing & Portfolio Footage
Polished aerial shots of finished projects for your website and social channels.
Site & Pre-Bid Surveys
Quick aerial overviews before you quote. Measure twice from the office.
Photogrammetry
Structured overlapping imagery to generate accurate 3D models and measurements of roofs, structures, and job sites.
3D Mapping & Modeling
Turn aerial capture into detailed 3D site models for planning, documentation, and client presentations.
Orthomosaic Imagery
Stitched, geometrically corrected top-down maps of a site — ideal for large properties, multi-building sites, and precise measurements.
Why Meridian
Built for the trades. Priced for the job.
Meridian Aerial Operations exists to make your work easier, safer, and easier to sell. Here's what that looks like.
Fewer Ladder Climbs, Fewer Risks
Cut falls, liability, and workers' comp exposure by keeping crews off steep or damaged roofs for initial assessments.
Clean, Formatted PDF Reports
Every job delivered as an organized PDF — annotated with callouts on damage and areas of concern. Hand it straight to the homeowner, adjuster, or GC.
Faster Bids
Assess a roof in minutes instead of scheduling a crew and ladder time.
Win More Jobs
Homeowners trust contractors who show them exactly what's wrong with clear aerial photos.
Document Everything
Protect yourself in disputes with dated, comprehensive photo records.
Access the Inaccessible
Steep pitches, wet or damaged roofs, tall or complex structures — documented safely from the air.
Fast Turnaround
Same-day or next-day delivery of photos, video, and reports.
Accurate Measurements & Data
Precise aerial data for takeoffs, material estimates, and site planning without the guesswork.
Small Drone, Big Advantage
Our sub-250g aircraft means quieter operation and flexibility on tight residential sites.
How It Works
Three simple steps. No back-and-forth.
Call or Request a Quote
Tell us the address and what you need. We'll confirm timing and price.
We Fly the Site
Typically under an hour on-site. Quiet, safe, and out of your crew's way.
You Get the Deliverables
Organized photos, 4K video, and an annotated PDF report — usually same or next day.
Who We Serve
If you work on buildings, we work with you.
Based in Santa Clarita, serving the greater Los Angeles area.
About
Meridian Aerial Operations
We're locally operated in Santa Clarita by Rohan Bansal, an FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot and licensed manned-aircraft pilot, flying a DJI Mini 5 Pro — a sub-250g aircraft that captures high-resolution photos and 4K video without the noise, weight, or hassle of larger drones.
Meridian exists to make documentation easy for local trades across the greater Los Angeles area. We show up on time, we stay out of your way, and we deliver files that make your work look as good as it is.
Contact
Get a quote.
Tell us about the job. We'll get back to you within one business day with pricing and next steps.