Anyone can buy a cleaning drone. Very few companies can stand behind one. Use this 10-point checklist to vet any drone cleaning contractor in Florida — including us.
1. Who manages the runoff?
Wash water doesn’t disappear — it goes somewhere. Ask whether the company holds stormwater credentials. StratoClean’s team includes an FDEP-qualified stormwater management inspector, which matters on any site near drains, waterways, or landscaping.
2. Who controls traffic if the building fronts a street?
If a drone works over a sidewalk or lane, someone must legally control that space. Ask if the company self-performs maintenance-of-traffic or subs it out. StratoClean is FDOT Temporary Traffic Control (advanced) certified and self-performs MOT.
3. Is mold handled by someone licensed?
South Florida exterior grime is mostly biological. A Florida-licensed mold remediator on staff means the company understands what it’s killing and how — not just what it’s spraying.
4. Who checks the work like an engineer?
For 40-year recertification and milestone-inspection cleaning, the point is a clean surface an inspector can actually read. Our quality control is led by a civil engineer with 30 years of concrete experience.
5. Are they actually insured — and will they show you?
Ask for a certificate of insurance before anyone flies. StratoClean is fully insured and provides documentation on request.
6. Are the drone operations FAA-certified?
Commercial drone work requires certified operations. Ask — then ask who on the crew holds the certification.
7. Do you get a written scope and photo documentation?
Before/after photo and video documentation should be standard, not an upsell.
8. What do their reviews actually say?
Look for reviews describing completed jobs, not just friendliness. StratoClean holds a 5.0-star Google rating across 21 reviews.
9. Will they explain their chemistry?
You should hear the words low-pressure, biodegradable, and plant protection. StratoClean pre-soaks and post-soaks landscaping with a neutralizer step on every job.
10. Is the warranty in writing?
If a company promises lasting results, ask for it on paper. StratoShield carries a 2-year written warranty; if a company won’t write it down, it isn’t a warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a drone cleaning company?
Vet the company around the flight, not the drone: runoff management credentials, legal traffic control, licensed mold expertise, engineering-grade quality control, proof of insurance, FAA-certified operations, written scope with photo documentation, verifiable reviews, disclosed chemistry, and a written warranty.
What should a drone cleaning quote include?
A written scope naming the surfaces, the method (soft wash vs pressure), the chemistry approach, landscaping protection steps, documentation you’ll receive, and any warranty — plus proof of insurance on request.
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