Drone Inspection Services of New York City

Thermal Imaging

Thermal drone image of NYC high-rise buildings showing heat loss

Thermal Imaging

Local Law 97 requires most New York City buildings over 25,000 sq. ft. to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or face steep financial penalties. Drone Inspect NYC’s “ThermoView LL97″ scan uses advanced infrared thermal imaging to assist in detecting energy loss, identify building envelope inefficiencies, and support compliance with emissions caps.

Our aerial thermal scans reveal areas of heat loss, insulation breakdown, and air leakage—without requiring interior access or destructive testing. The result? Clear, visual evidence to help you plan retrofits, improve energy efficiency, and avoid non-compliance fines.

Thermal drone image of NYC high-rise buildings showing heat loss pattern
Thermal Imaging of Multiple Buildings
NYC building energy efficiency label showing a grade of B for Local Law 97 benchmarking
Energy Rating Score

Benefits of Aerial Thermal Scanning

  • Non-Invasive Energy Diagnostics
    Quickly detect heat escape points across façades, roofs, and parapets—no interior disruption needed.
  • Actionable Data for Local Law 97 Reporting
    Pinpoint where energy is lost and support engineers and energy consultants in creating effective emissions mitigation plans.
  • Support Capital Planning
    Use thermal visuals to prioritize envelope upgrades and HVAC retrofits in line with emissions goals.
  • Nighttime Operations Available
    We conduct scans at ideal thermal contrast times (dawn/dusk/night) to ensure maximum accuracy and contrast.
  • Avoid Penalties
    Help ensure your building stays within allowable emission limits, preventing potential fines of $268+ per excess ton of CO₂.

What's Included

  • FAA-compliant drone flight with certified thermal imaging hardware
  • High-resolution infrared (IR) overlays mapped to building surfaces
  • Side-by-side comparison of thermal and RGB imagery
  • Thermographic report with flagged inefficiencies
  • File formats compatible with energy modeling software

Ideal for

  • Sustainability Officers
  • Property Managers & REITs
  • Energy Consultants & Engineers
  • Owners of buildings over 25,000 sq. ft.
  • Portfolio managers preparing for LL97 deadlines
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Thermal Drone Scans for LL97 Compliance

Pinpoint heat loss, water intrusion, and energy inefficiencies with precision thermal drone imaging.

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