Hermes Drones

Aerial Imaging & Videography Services

Cinematic Showcase

See how a cinematic presentation can elevate your property.

What Our Clients Say

"The aerial pictures give clients a much better sense of the true size of the houses and lots. It makes a huge difference!"

- Cheryl Chechel, New Home Advisor, TriPointe Homes

"One drone flight helps make decisions that save us more money than the cost of the drone service for the entire year."

- Julio Herrera, Owner, JHP Construction

Real Estate Marketing Packages

Ideal for real estate agents, property managers, and FSBO listings seeking to elevate their online presence and attract more buyers.

The Essentials

$175

What's Included:

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  • Up to 10 high-resolution aerial photos.
  • Multiple angles: front, back, top-down, and oblique shots.
Most Popular

The Cinematic

$350

What's Included:

  • All services from The Essentials.
  • A 1-minute, 4K cinematic video of the property's exterior.

The Works

$550

What's Included:

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  • All services from The Cinematic.
  • Photo count increased to 15-20 images (includes interior color-graded and edited photos).
  • Video length increased to 1.5 - 2 minutes or 2 1-minute videos, including interior & exterior shots.
  • 2 stunning, authentic twilight photos.

Gain a Competitive Edge in a Crowded Market

In the highly competitive Houston real estate market, differentiation is key. An MLS listing with professional aerial photography is a simple, cost-effective solution to make your properties stand out. A licensed and insured Part 107 pilot doesn't just take pictures; we provide a comprehensive perspective.

We can fly high to capture a bird’s-eye view that showcases the entire property, its boundaries, and the surrounding neighborhood, or position the drone low to capture stunning, detailed shots of the home's unique features. This gives potential buyers a true sense of the property's scale and value before they even step foot on-site, leading to more qualified inquiries and faster sales.

Construction Progress Monitoring

Track your project from groundbreaking to completion with reliable, high-resolution aerial data.

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Site Snapshot

$200
  • One-time site visit.
  • 20-30 high-resolution photos for initial survey or milestone documentation.
Best Value

Bi-Weekly Monitoring

$250/mo
  • 2 scheduled site visits per month.
  • 25 unedited RAW photos per visit.
  • 1 unedited 2-3 min 4K video per visit.

Weekly Monitoring

$450/mo
  • 4 scheduled site visits per month.
  • 25 unedited RAW photos per visit.
  • 1 unedited 2-3 min 4K video per visit.

Data-Driven Decisions that Save Time & Money

Hiring a licensed and insured Part 107 pilot for your construction site is an investment in efficiency and risk management. We provide more than just progress photos; we deliver actionable data. Regular aerial surveys help you monitor progress, verify work, and identify potential issues before they become costly problems.

The clear, comprehensive visual record keeps stakeholders and owners happy and informed, reducing disputes and improving communication. As one client put it, a single drone flight can lead to decisions that save more than the cost of the service for the entire year. It's the smartest way to maintain oversight and protect your bottom line.

Commercial Property & Land Development

High-impact marketing assets and development data for commercial properties, brokers, and land developers.

Commercial Property Marketing

$395+

Best for brokers and developers needing high-impact visuals to market a property for sale or lease.

What's Included

  • Up to 1.5 hours of on-site flight time.
  • Capture property scale, features, and location relative to highways and landmarks.

Deliverables

  • 15-20 professionally edited, high-resolution aerial photographs.
  • A 60-90 second, professionally edited 4K video set to music, including basic client branding.

A Dual-Purpose Investment in Marketing & Data

For commercial properties and land development, professional drone services offer a powerful two-for-one benefit. As a marketing tool, cinematic aerials showcase your asset's scale, location, and potential in a way that ground-level photos simply cannot, attracting more qualified tenants and buyers.

Beyond marketing, a licensed Part 107 pilot provides crucial data for planning and development. We deliver high-resolution maps and models that are essential for site planning, surveying, and communicating with engineers and architects. This professional approach ensures you not only market your property effectively but also manage its development with the best possible data.

Aerial Inspections

Safe, efficient, and detailed visual data for residential, commercial, and industrial assets.

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Essential Visual Assessment

$125

For residential roofs up to 2,500 sq. ft.

  • Up to 30 minutes of on-site flight time.
  • Detailed photos of all roof surfaces, ridges, valleys, and gutters.
  • Deliverable: Digital gallery of 10-15 high-res JPEG images.

Comprehensive Diagnostic

$275

For roofs up to 4,000 sq. ft.

  • Includes everything from the Essential Assessment.
  • Automated grid flights for mapping and modeling data.
  • Deliverables: Full photo gallery, 2D orthomosaic map, and interactive 3D model.

Inspection Add-Ons

Rush Delivery (24-hour)

Guaranteed delivery of all digital files within 24 hours.

+$50

Roof Measurement Report

PDF report detailing total square footage, surface areas, and linear measurements. (Requires Comprehensive Diagnostic)

+$75

Safety, Accuracy, and Peace of Mind

Using a drone for inspections is fundamentally about safety and better data. Hiring an unlicensed operator introduces significant liability risks. A licensed and insured Part 107 pilot eliminates that risk and ensures all operations are conducted safely and legally, protecting you and your property.

Beyond safety, our professional service provides far more accurate and comprehensive data than a manual inspection. We can capture detailed, high-resolution imagery of hard-to-reach areas without the danger of climbing ladders or the expense of scaffolding. This leads to more accurate repair quotes, better maintenance planning, and stronger documentation for insurance claims.

Our Pilots

Marvin Villagra, Hermes Drones

Marvin Villagra

As an Electrical Engineering student, I bring a technical mindset to every project. Hermes Drones isn't just about taking beautiful pictures; it's about leveraging technology to deliver precise, high-quality data and stunning marketing assets for your property or project. We combine a passion for robotics and imaging with the discipline of engineering to ensure every flight is safe, efficient, and delivers exceptional results.

Derek Chechel, Hermes Drones

Derek Chechel

As a nursing student with a hospitality background, I bring precision and a passion for client satisfaction to Hermes Drones. My hospitality experience taught me to prioritize top-notch quality and keep clients thrilled with clear, friendly communication. I’m dedicated to perfecting every detail, ensuring you love the results. I specialize in capturing stunning aerial shots for properties, events, and landscapes, blending technical expertise with creative flair to deliver standout photos and videos.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your standard turnaround time?

For all real estate packages, we guarantee a 48-72 hour turnaround from the time of the shoot. Rush 24-hour delivery is available as an add-on.

Are you insured and certified?

Yes. All flights are conducted by an FAA Part 107 certified pilot, and we are fully insured for all operations, giving you complete peace of mind.

What happens if the weather is bad on the scheduled day?

Safety and quality are our top priorities. If there is high wind, rain, or other unsafe flying conditions, we will work with you to reschedule for the next available clear day at no additional cost.