Downtown Storage
Automated aerial inspections across 12 acres of property
The Challenge
Manual walkthroughs are time-consuming and easy to overlook issues. A drone changes everything.
How It Works
The drone follows pre-set routes, captures imagery, and generates actionable maintenance reports.
Drone takes off on a scheduled route or on-demand command.
HD camera + sensors capture roofs, walls, gutters, lots, and exteriors.
AI flags issues: damage, debris, standing water, overgrowth, graffiti.
A prioritized task list is delivered with photos and locations.
Flight Zones
Three patrol zones covering every building and lot.
| Zone | Properties | Key Focus Areas | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTSW Campus | Bldg A, C, D, E, F, I, J, K, L + Houses | Roofs, parking lots, gutters, exterior walls | Daily |
| Belmont Campus | 360–372 Belmont, Bldgs G & H, Gym, Houses | Roof leaks, gym exterior, signage, lighting | Daily |
| West Salem Storage | WSS — 185 units, single floor | Perimeter fence, unit doors, drainage, weeds | 3×/week |
Detection Capabilities
Trained to identify the maintenance issues that matter most to your properties.
Missing shingles, pooling water, clogged gutters, flashing gaps — caught before leaks start.
Burned-out parking lot lights, damaged fixtures, exposed wiring on building exteriors.
Overgrown areas, fallen branches, weed encroachment, debris accumulation in lots.
Open or damaged unit doors, unauthorized vehicles, dumping, or trespassing after hours.
Standing water, blocked drains, erosion, leaking downspouts — flagged with exact GPS location.
Cracked concrete, peeling paint, rusting metal, fence damage, signage deterioration.
Daily Workflow
How the drone integrates into your existing team operations.
Drone launches for automated sweep of DTSW campus and Belmont. Captures high-res photos and thermal data of every building exterior, roof, and parking area.
AI processes imagery and delivers a prioritized issue list with photos, severity ratings, and GPS-tagged locations to Megan's dashboard.
Richard reviews the report and adds items to his daily maintenance rounds. Critical issues flagged for immediate response; routine items queued.
Richard handles repairs with exact locations in hand. Carmen flags anything she notices during walkthroughs. The drone eliminates guesswork.
Second sweep verifies completed repairs, catches anything new from the day, and confirms property security before close.
Team Integration
The drone doesn't replace anyone — it makes everyone more effective.
Gets a birds-eye dashboard of property conditions. Make decisions faster with real photo evidence. Track maintenance trends over time.
Starts every day with a prioritized, GPS-tagged task list. No more wondering what needs attention — the drone already found it.
Walkthroughs are supplemented by aerial data. Roof and high-elevation issues she can't see from the ground are already flagged.
Can show tenants that issues are already logged and being addressed. Fewer surprise complaints, better tenant satisfaction.
Sample Output
A prioritized, actionable checklist delivered every morning.
Key Benefits
A 12-acre drone sweep in 30 minutes replaces hours of manual roof and perimeter checks. Richard and Carmen stay focused on fixes, not finding problems.
Catching a roof leak early saves thousands. The drone spots small issues before they become emergencies — protecting your bottom line.
Build a visual timeline of every building. Compare month-over-month to spot trends, plan capital improvements, and document property value.
After-hours flights detect unauthorized access, open doors, or suspicious activity — adding another layer to your Hummingbird and RING systems.
Getting Started
Rolling out the drone maintenance patrol in three simple phases.
Map all three zones (DTSW, Belmont, WSS). Program automated flight paths. Establish baseline condition photos of every building.
Run daily patrols for 30 days. Fine-tune detection sensitivity. Integrate reports into Richard's daily workflow and AppFolio work orders.
Fully autonomous daily patrols. Monthly trend reports for Megan. After-hours security sweeps. Seasonal adjustment of routes and focus areas.
Ready to see every inch of your property — every day?
megan@downtown-storage.com | downtown-storage.com