Keystone Roofing and Construction, based in the heart of Cork City, has officially become the first roofing company in Ireland to integrate AI-powered drone technology into its residential roof inspections. This move will change how homeowners and new property buyers across the country evaluate roofing issues, without climbing a ladder or waiting days for a traditional assessment.
The new drone-based system combines high-resolution aerial imaging with machine learning software to detect roof damage, moisture retention, surface irregularities, and potential weak points. The process takes less than 30 minutes, and homeowners receive a detailed digital report, including annotated images and repair recommendations, on the same day.
“Most people don’t realise they’ve got roof damage until it becomes a big, expensive problem,” said Michael Casey, director of Keystone Roofing and Construction. “With this technology, we can spot issues early, without disturbing the property or needing risky manual inspections.”
Reducing Risk, Increasing Speed
Traditional roof inspections often involve manual checks, ladders, and scaffold setups, especially for hard-to-reach or steep roofs. These have inherent risks and time delays. The AI drone system eliminates many of those challenges.
Once deployed, the drone autonomously scans the entire roof surface, adjusting for pitch, height, and weather conditions. The AI software, trained on thousands of image datasets from across Europe, analyses the footage in real time to detect damage patterns that the human eye might miss. That includes minor water ingress, early-stage tile shifting, thermal loss, and even moss accumulation.
“Speed is one thing. But consistency is another,” said Casey. “With AI, every square meter is checked in the same way every time. There's no guesswork.”
Designed for Homeowners and Buyers
Keystone Roofing says the service is particularly useful for people buying or selling a house, as roof condition is often a sticking point during surveys. In a property market where buyers are making fast decisions, a one-day roof report can help move sales forward or flag problems before contracts are signed.
It’s also proving popular with current homeowners who want to schedule preventative maintenance before Ireland’s wet winters hit. “People want peace of mind,” said Casey. “Nobody wants to wake up to a leak in December and find out it’s been building for six months.”
Local Leadership in Innovation
While drone surveys are growing in popularity for industrial sites and large commercial buildings, Keystone Roofing and Construction is the first in Ireland to use an AI-backed drone system for private residential projects. The company invested in training, certification, and regulatory approval under Irish aviation rules to ensure full compliance.
Homeowners booking the AI drone service receive:
- A 4K-resolution scan of their full roof structure
- A written report with automated damage detection tags
- Cost estimates and recommended repair timelines
- Optional thermal imaging for energy efficiency insights
Inspections can be booked directly through the company’s website, and most appointments are scheduled within three working days.
About Keystone Roofing and Construction
Keystone Roofing and Construction is a trusted roofing specialist based in Cork City, serving residential customers across Munster. With over 20 years of experience in roof installations, repairs, and inspections, the company is committed to safety, durability, and innovation. Their latest AI drone roofing inspection service is part of a broader push to modernise building practices across Ireland.
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