Though drones are often thought of as nothing more than a gimmick, they can actually be very useful in many ways – including on construction sites. At Fund Control we are always looking for ways to help our clients easily monitor and maintain their fund control options. We know that those in the construction industry are also looking for innovative ways to do their job the best way possible – and that may involve the use of drones.

Keep reading to find out three ways that drones can be helpful – even on small construction projects. Then feel free to reach out to us at 800-625-5972 to learn how our fund control software can provide a wealth of features and benefits.

1. Drones Make Easy Work of Surveillance and Security

One of the best ways drones can work on construction sites is to allow direct contact with worksites even when no one is there. As the lender, you can use drone footage to ensure that the assets and materials you’ve been told are on site are actually on site. Drones can also protect the project.

Consider that an estimated $300 billion of construction equipment is stolen from jobsites in the United States each year. Then consider that less than one-quarter of it is recovered. Having drones to monitor a job site can prevent the materials from being stolen in the first place and, if things are stolen, can make recovery much easier.

Finally, in the event of an accident on site, drone footage can be used to show the injury, the place the injury happened, and any potential hazards that may or may not have been present.

2. They Make Quick Work of Inspections and Surveys

The fact of the matter is that it can be dangerous to complete a construction site inspection – especially when it is necessary to access hard-to-reach areas on projects that are yet to be finished. Falls and other accidents are all too common, and can drive up the total cost of the project.

Drones make it safe, easy, and simple for workers to inspect even the hardest-to-reach places without putting anyone in danger. Drone can also be used to conduct surveys that help compare designs with the actual project, which means that adjustments can be made much sooner and more effectively.

3. Use a Drone to Get Incredible Photos

Drones are great for getting impressive photos of a construction site, which can help with sales and keeping all involved parties in touch with what is happening. This can be done with a fairly cheap camera attached to a drone.

At Fund Control we may not be able to provide our clients with drones but we can provide you with access to a truly unique software solution for all your fund control needs. Contact us at 800-625-5972 now and we can get this process started.