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FAA Part 107 Certified · Frederick, MD

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Professional aerial photography, drone inspections, and construction monitoring serving Frederick MD and a 30-mile radius. Real estate, roofing, development — captured from the sky.

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FAA Certified
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48hr
Turnaround
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What We Do

Our Services

From luxury listing aerials to commercial roof inspections — professional drone services for every client type.

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Aerial Photos + Video Reel
20–30 edited photos + 60–90 sec cinematic reel. 48-hr Google Drive delivery. MLS-ready resolution.
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  • 20–30 professionally edited aerial photos
  • 60–90 sec cinematic video reel
  • 48-hr Google Drive delivery
  • MLS-ready + social media formats included
  • All key angles, elevations, and approach shots
Ideal for: Real estate listings, luxury property marketing
$299 / listing Book Now →
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Aerial Photos Only
15–20 edited aerial photos covering all key angles. 48-hr delivery. Professional property focus.
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  • 15–20 professionally edited aerial photos
  • All key angles and property elevations
  • 48-hr Google Drive delivery
  • MLS-ready resolution
Ideal for: Budget-conscious listings, quick documentation
$199 / listing Book Now →
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Twilight / Golden Hour
Premium dusk photography with glowing interior lights. The most emotionally compelling look available.
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  • 10–15 premium dusk aerial photos
  • Interior lights-on effect
  • Warm sky, deep shadows, luxury atmosphere
  • 48-hr Google Drive delivery
Ideal for: Luxury listings, agent branding, high-end staging
$375 / listing Book Now →
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Residential Roof Inspection
Full perimeter + top documentation for adjusters and contractors. Up to 4,000 sq ft properties.
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  • Full perimeter and top-surface documentation
  • Insurance-ready photo report (PDF available)
  • Damage identification and annotation
  • 24-hr delivery
  • Properties up to 4,000 sq ft
Ideal for: Homeowners, insurance adjusters, roofing contractors
$195 / property Book Now →
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Commercial Roof Inspection
Multi-section structure documentation. Video walkthrough + GPS-tagged high-res imagery.
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  • Multi-section roof documentation
  • Video walkthrough + high-res photos
  • GPS-tagged imagery for precise mapping
  • 24–48hr delivery
  • Inspection report (PDF) available as add-on
Ideal for: Property managers, commercial contractors, insurers
$500 / property Book Now →
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Construction Progress Monitoring
Regular progress documentation for build sites. Bi-weekly and weekly retainer packages available.
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  • Per visit: $300 — full site aerial documentation
  • Bi-weekly retainer: $450/mo
  • Weekly retainer: $750/mo
  • No long-term contract required
  • Timestamped archive for lenders and stakeholders
Ideal for: General contractors, developers, project owners
From $300 / visit Book Now →
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Event Coverage
Weddings, sports, festivals, and corporate events. Capture the full scale from unique perspectives.
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  • Weddings, outdoor festivals, corporate events
  • Action sports and outdoor gatherings
  • Full-resolution photos + video highlights
  • Custom event packages available
  • 48-hr delivery standard
Ideal for: Event planners, coordinators, venues
From $350 Book Now →
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Land & Lot Survey
Detailed aerial documentation for developers, attorneys, and engineers. Planning and marketing focus.
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  • Boundary and perimeter documentation
  • High-elevation composite imagery
  • Site planning and topography support
  • Developer-ready deliverable formats
Ideal for: Developers, attorneys, civil engineers, land buyers
From $250 Book Now →
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Nature & Conservation
Cinematic landscape and wildlife footage for tourism boards and conservation organizations.
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  • Cinematic landscape and wildlife footage
  • 4K video available
  • Custom deliverable formats on request
  • Licensing-ready file exports
Ideal for: Tourism boards, nonprofits, conservation media
From $299 Book Now →
COMING 2026
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Solar Inspection
Identification of underperforming panels and hotspots using high-res and future thermal imaging. Track solar array health from above without scaffolding or roof access.
COMING Q3 2026
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360° Virtual Tours
Immersive property tours viewable from any device. Embeds directly into Zillow, MLS, and your own website. Buyers explore every room and angle before they visit.
COMING Q4 2026
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Thermal Infrared
Detect hidden moisture intrusion, insulation failures, and energy loss with infrared imaging. Essential for pre-purchase due diligence and energy audits.
How It Works

Simple Process

From inquiry to delivery in 3 straightforward steps.

01
Book a Shoot
Fill out the booking form with your address, service type, and preferred date. We'll confirm availability and check FAA airspace within 24 hours. A 50% deposit secures your flight.
02
We Fly
Our FAA Part 107 certified pilot arrives on-site, conducts a professional drone flight capturing all required angles, elevations, and video footage using a Mavic 3 Pro.
03
Receive Deliverables
Professionally edited photos and video delivered via Google Drive link within 24–48 hours. MLS-ready, print-ready, and social media-ready formats included.
04
You Win
Your listing stands out, your roof is documented, your build is on record. Reorder anytime — most clients book us on retainer within their first two shoots.
Transparent Pricing

Rate Sheet

Flat rates. No hidden fees. Rush and travel add-ons clearly listed.

Real Estate
Photos + Video Reel
$299 / listing
  • 20–30 edited aerial photos
  • 60–90 sec cinematic video reel
  • 48-hr Google Drive delivery
  • MLS-ready resolution
Real Estate
Aerial Photos Only
$199 / listing
  • 15–20 edited aerial photos
  • All key angles covered
  • 48-hr delivery
  • MLS-ready resolution
Real Estate
Twilight / Golden Hour
$375 / listing
  • Dusk aerial photography
  • 10–15 premium edited photos
  • Interior lights on effect
  • Luxury listing specialist
Inspection
Residential Roof
$195 / property
  • Full perimeter + top coverage
  • Insurance-ready photo report
  • 24-hr delivery
  • Up to 4,000 sq ft
Inspection
Commercial Roof
$500 / property
  • Multi-section documentation
  • Video walkthrough + photos
  • GPS-tagged imagery
  • 24–48hr delivery
Construction
Progress Monitoring
$300 / visit
  • Per visit: $300
  • Bi-weekly retainer: $450/mo
  • Weekly retainer: $750/mo
  • No long-term contract
Specialty
Event Coverage
From $350
  • Weddings & Outdoor Festivals
  • Action Sports & Corporate
  • Full resolution deliverables
  • Custom event packages
Specialty
Land & Lot Survey
From $250
  • Boundary documentation
  • Site planning support
  • High-elevation composites
  • Developer-ready imagery
Add-On Services
Rush Delivery (24hrs) +$75 Vertical Reels (Instagram/TikTok) +$50 Enhanced Color Grading +$50 4K Ultra HD Export +$100 Drone Inspection Report (PDF) +$75 Drone Footage License (Commercial) +$200
Deposit Policy
50% deposit due at booking via Stripe. Balance invoice sent 3 days before your shoot.
Weather Policy
Flights are weather-dependent. We reschedule at no cost for unsafe conditions — full deposit protected.
Cancellations
7+ days notice: full refund. Under 7 days: deposit retained. Book 1–2 weeks out for best availability.
What Clients Say

Social Proof

Real feedback from realtors, contractors, and developers in the Frederick area.

★★★★★
"The twilight shots stopped our listing from sitting for weeks. We had offers within 48 hours of posting the aerial reel. Worth every penny."
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Sarah R.
Realtor · Frederick County
★★★★★
"I sent the drone instead of putting my crew on ladders for the estimate. Had the full roof documented in photos within 24 hours. This is now our standard process."
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Mike D.
Roofing Contractor · Hagerstown
★★★★★
"Weekly aerial progress shots have been invaluable for our lender reporting and client updates. The consistency of the flight path means you can really see the build progress."
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James K.
General Contractor · Frederick
Who We Are

About Gateway Aerial

Gateway Aerial Technology is a FAA Part 107 certified drone services company based in Frederick, Maryland. We serve real estate professionals, roofing contractors, construction developers, and property managers across a 30-mile radius.

What started as a passion for aerial photography and a love of nature became a professional service when we earned our Part 107 certification. Years of recreational flying built the skill. The certification made it official.

Every flight is conducted in full compliance with FAA regulations. We carry commercial drone insurance and coordinate all required airspace authorizations before takeoff.

✓ FAA Part 107 Certified
✓ Commercially Insured
✓ Mavic 3 Pro Equipment
✓ Maryland Licensed
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Service Area
  • Frederick County, MD
  • Washington County, MD
  • Montgomery County, MD
  • Carroll County, MD
  • Jefferson County, WV
  • +30 Mile Radius from Frederick
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