The costs of block management and more broadly property management have increased.
And yet costs can be reduced. Here is how.
Technological advancements have transformed various industries, and the field of block management is no exception. With the rise of drones and their diverse applications, property managers are now exploring innovative ways to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
For instance one groundbreaking solution gaining traction is the implementation of end-to-end drone inspection services for block management companies.
L.Parker, Major Works Coordinator, who works for a major block management company in London summarises her experience:
“We needed an inspection and survey of a large residential block of flats that we manage in London. The quality of the report is of very high standard. Clear videos and photos and location of the area being surveyed. Quick service and great communicator. I was very happy with this company I will use them other building surveys I need”.
The Need
Block management companies are tasked with overseeing the maintenance and well-being of residential or commercial property blocks.
Traditionally, routine inspections and assessments have been time-consuming and often involve logistical challenges. These include scaffolding costs and rope teams.
Enter drone technology – a game-changer that promises to revolutionise the way properties are managed.
Advantages of Drone Block Inspection Services:
- Efficient and Time Saving: Drones deliver a swift and efficient means of conducting property inspections. With the ability to fly and capture high-resolution images or videos, they significantly reduce the time required for manual inspections. This translates to quicker assessments and timely identification of issues.
- Comprehensive Data Collection: Drones equipped with advanced cameras and sensors capture detailed images and data from various angles. This comprehensive data collection allows property managers to gain a thorough understanding of the property’s condition. The result is to clearly identify potential concerns that may not be visible during traditional inspections.
- Cost-Effective Maintenance Planning: Significant results are obtained by collecting accurate and up-to-date data through drone inspections, block management companies can develop proactive maintenance plans.
In addition online portals are used to display annotated results of the inspection and to seamlessly group repair tasks e.g. concrete, tiles. This pinpoints issues before they escalate, ultimately saving on repair costs and preventing potential liabilities. - Enhanced Safety Measures: Traditional property inspections may involve risks for personnel, especially when assessing hard-to-reach or hazardous areas. Drones eliminate these safety concerns by providing a non-intrusive and risk-free method of inspection. Property managers can assess rooftops, facades, and other challenging areas without putting anyone in harm’s way.
- Client Transparency and Communication: Utilising drone technology fosters transparency between block management companies and property owners. Sharing visual reports generated by drones enhances communication between teams. Importantly it helps property owners to have a clear understanding of the property’s condition, fostering trust and satisfaction.
In-House Implementation Process:
- Drone Selection and Training: Block management companies should therefore invest in suitable drones equipped with the necessary sensors and cameras. Additionally, personnel should receive proper training to operate the drones safely, legally and effectively.
- Integration with Management Software: Similarly maximise the benefits of drone inspections. Integrate the captured data into existing management software systems to yield results. This ensures seamless communication and collaboration among team members.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on regulations and obtain the necessary permits for drone operations. Compliance with local aviation authorities ensures legal and safe drone use.
Outsource Implementation Process:
Done ‘For You’ End to End Process 3-10 Working Days
- Property Assessment – we receive the address of the property and take desk top based measurements of the height and perimeter of the property.
- Quote – based on the address we assess the ground risks and airspace risks. This ensures safe and compliant drone inspection is undertaken. These are collated along with the property assessment and a quote can be provided.
- Preplanning and Risk Assessment – once the quote is accepted, we carry out a comprehensive ‘Preflight plan and Risk Assessment’ for approval by the Property Management team. Crucially this includes ground hazards, population risks, airspace clearance along with operational considerations. A time and date is agreed to proceed factoring in weather considerations (risk of wind, rain, freezing fog and so on).
- Qualified Drone Operator – we deploy our drone operators, qualified by the Civil Aviation Authority, and trained ground safety marshals to site.
- Site Set up – Relevant PPE is worn, safety signs and a cordon are set up for the take-off/landing area. Residents are notified via a letter drop and the Police are advised. This is to allay public concerns regarding privacy or criminal activity. Where necessary wepre-advise Heliports, Airport Air Traffic Controllers, National Rail, and other critical organisations. We hold a CSCS Green Card for access to construction sites.
- Post Site Visit – we progress to postproduction and based on the Property Managers brief the outputs from the drone data collection are moved into postproduction. Depending on the type of outputs required and size of the project this phase typically takes 3-7 working days.
- Outputs – as standard we provide an annotated report of the property, visual issues identified and areas for attention. This report has links that, when clicked, open an online portal and you can view high resolution images and videos. The online portal can then be used by the Property Manager or their Surveyor to further inspect, group up fault types. Then allocate to maintenance teams and overall manage the project in one place. We help and advise on how to achieve this efficiency.
Conclusion:
Integrate end-to-end drone inspection services to create advantage over other competitor block management companies. Either build an in-house drone team or outsource to specialists.
Increase your businesses competitive advantage, evolve, embracing innovative solutions such as drone inspections before your competitors do. This is crucial for staying competitive and providing superior property management services. Whilst massively reducing costs of scaffolding and increasing the efficiency of inspections.
The future of block management is undoubtedly soaring to new heights with the help of these unmanned aerial vehicles and the specialist property management software that is available.
Quick Quote
Contact us if you would like to find out more or ask further for more details Contact@S4GDroneServices.com
Please provide these details to receive a quick quote for a property that you or your company manage:
- Property address in full
- Type of inspection (roof, facades or both)
- Your company name
- Your name
- Mobile number
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