Aerial data for better
construction decisions.

Know where your project stands.

Drone-based progress reporting for construction sites across Charleston and the surrounding region, backed by construction and development expertise. Catch issues early, cut wasted site visits, and build an objective record of your project from start to finish.

Colored 3D point cloud of a building site
Aerial Mapping & Photogrammetry

Detailed aerial maps, 3D site models, and point clouds that support measurements, site comparisons, and project planning. LiDAR available.

Aerial view of site grading and road layout
Volumetric Analysis

Track stockpiles and changes in site elevations to help assess earthwork progress, monitor material quantities, and inform project decisions.

Oblique aerial view of a coastal development at dusk
Aerial Photography & Video

Show the full picture of your project with aerial photography and video for progress documentation, stakeholder communication, and marketing.

Historic Charleston building framed by palmetto trees
Preservation Documentation

Measurable 3D models, orthomosaics, and detailed photos of historic buildings to support preservation, repairs, and renovation.

Specialized sensorsLiDAR and thermal imaging available.Details

Our approach

Turn data into
better decisions.

GDI pairs aerial site data with construction and real estate development experience to turn observations into professional analysis, clear reporting, and an objective third-party record.

Measure

Detailed maps and
3D site models

Monitor

Track progress
over time

Inspect

Identify issues
early

Document

Objective records for every stage

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Aerial view of a development site at dusk

Carolina Park car dealership development

Progress reporting  /  Aerial mapping  /  Surface model
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Flagship service

Construction Progress Reporting

Know what's changed, what's on track, and what needs attention.

GDI pairs recurring aerial site documentation with hands-on construction and real estate development experience. Each report goes beyond imagery: we track how the site changes from visit to visit, flag discrepancies and incomplete work, and point out what deserves a closer look.

Catching issues early reduces rework, unnecessary site visits, and repeat inspections, and limits delays before they compound.

An independent, time-stamped record

Every report adds to a time-stamped record of the status and condition of your project or site, supporting:

  • Verification of construction progress
  • Owner and lender reporting
  • Historical comparison of site conditions
  • Resolution of conflicting accounts
  • Better-informed project decisions

Recurring and project-specific reporting programs, with scope and deliverables tailored to the project.

Where the money goes

The costs a dated site record helps you control.

  • Catch a grade error before the next trade builds on top of it.
  • Know where your dirt went before the trucking invoice arrives.
  • Find the breached fence this week, not on the county's notice.
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Who it's for

For everyone who needs to know where the project stands.

Developers

Progress you can verify without driving to the site, and a record to share with lenders and investors.

General contractors

Earthwork quantities, sitework progress, and staging plans checked against the design and the ground as it actually is.

Owners & lenders

Independent, dated documentation of progress for draw reviews and owner reporting, from someone other than the party being paid.

Architects & preservation teams

Measurable existing-conditions records of historic buildings for preservation, repair, and renovation planning.

Start with a consultation.

Tell us about your project. We'll recommend a scope, flight schedule, and deliverables before you commit to anything.

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