How much does a drone solar inspection cost?

In 2026, a drone solar inspection costs $500–$1,300 for a 1 MW system with a standard thermal plus RGB report in the US, and most quotes land near $800. Radiometric thermal and RGB capture at 600 W/m² or better irradiance, a module-level anomaly map and a PDF report. Residential rooftops cost $200–$500, commercial rooftops $300–$800, and utility-scale farms $150–$500 per MW.

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