Blade-level inspection of wind turbines using HD visual and thermal cameras. Identify cracks, erosion, lightning damage, and structural defects across all blade surfaces, tower sections, and nacelle components – with zero turbine downtime.
Turbine inspection pricing from €500 per turbine
Last updated: April 2026
Comprehensive turbine inspection data for maintenance planning, warranty claims, and operational optimisation.
Detailed condition assessment of each blade covering leading edge erosion, trailing edge damage, surface cracks, and lightning receptors.
High-resolution photographs of every identified defect with precise location mapping on blade diagrams for easy reference.
Infrared thermal analysis of blades and nacelle components to detect internal delamination, hotspots, and moisture ingress.
Visual assessment of tower sections covering paint condition, corrosion, bolt integrity, weld lines, and access ladder condition.
External nacelle inspection covering housing condition, ventilation, sensors, and visible component integrity from all angles.
Prioritised repair schedule with defect severity ratings, estimated costs, and recommended intervention timelines.
We inspect individual turbines or full wind farms. Our drone inspections are faster, safer, and more detailed than rope access – with no turbine downtime required.
Not a quick flyby with a consumer drone. A structured, repeatable inspection that captures every blade surface at consistent angles and distances.
Each inspection starts with coordination. The turbine must be stopped, locked out, and blades positioned in a Y-configuration for access. We work with site operators to schedule shutdowns that minimise generation loss, often batching 6–10 turbines per day.
The DJI Matrice 300 RTK follows an automated orbital pattern at multiple distances: close passes at 5–8m for surface defect detection, wider passes at 15–20m for full-blade context shots. The Zenmuse H20T gives both a high-resolution zoom camera and a radiometric thermal sensor in a single flight.
Each turbine takes 45–60 minutes to inspect fully: all three blades (leading and trailing edges), the tower from base to nacelle, and the nacelle exterior. We capture 200–400 high-resolution images per turbine, every image geotagged and catalogued by blade number, section, and surface.
Deliverables include a structured image library, defect catalogue classified on a 1–5 severity scale per DNVGL-SE-0441, and a remediation priority list. The dataset is formatted for comparison against previous inspection cycles. Consistent data quality across every turbine in the fleet.
Irish wind farms take a beating. High rainfall, salt-laden coastal air, and agricultural particulate mean blades degrade faster here than in many European markets.
Rope access teams do good work. But for routine inspection, the numbers tell a clear story.
| Drone Inspection (DSI) | Rope Access | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per turbine | €400–€800 | €1,500–€3,000 |
| Time per turbine | 45–60 minutes | 4–6 hours |
| Safety risk | Zero human risk at height | Working at 80–120m, rope-trained crew |
| Data consistency | Same angles & distances every turbine | Varies with technician and access position |
| Thermal imaging | Included as standard | Rarely included |
| Weather window | Wind <40 km/h, no heavy rain | Wind <25 km/h, dry conditions |
| Turbines per day | 6–10 | 1–2 |
Rope access still has its place. If you need tactile testing or repair work, a technician must be on the blade. But for routine annual inspection across an entire wind farm, drone inspection covers more turbines in less time with standardised data quality. Our recommendation: drone inspection first to identify and classify all defects, then rope access targeted to the specific locations that need repair.
High-resolution close-up photography of every blade surface – leading edges, trailing edges, and tips – with defects annotated and graded to IEC standards.
Wind farm operators, asset managers, insurers, and turbine OEMs across Ireland rely on our inspection data.
Close-range orbital inspection of all three blades, tower, and nacelle – without cranes or rope access.
Close-up blade condition surveys, nacelle inspections, and LiDAR access surveys at Irish wind farms.
Faster, safer, and more thorough than rope access – with no turbine downtime required.
Fully certified for close-proximity turbine inspection flights with specific operational procedures for wind farm environments.
Eliminate the safety risks and costs of rope access teams. Our drone inspections are conducted entirely from the ground.
Combined HD visual and infrared thermal cameras detect surface defects, internal delamination, and lightning damage simultaneously.
Inspect an entire wind farm in days rather than weeks. We can inspect 6 or more turbines per day depending on site conditions.
We operate across all 32 counties in Ireland. No travel surcharges for most wind farm locations nationwide.
Clear, fixed pricing per turbine. Volume discounts available for full wind farm inspections with 10+ turbines.
From booking to blade-level condition reports – with zero turbine downtime and no rope access required.
Tell us how many turbines, the make and model, and what you need assessed. We’ll provide a fixed per-turbine price within 24 hours.
Our pilot flies systematic inspection patterns around each blade, tower section, and nacelle, capturing HD visual and thermal data.
Receive per-turbine condition reports with blade maps, defect photography, thermal analysis, and prioritised maintenance recommendations.
Nationwide wind turbine inspection coverage across Ireland with no travel surcharges for most locations.
Plus all remaining counties across Ireland. Contact us for your location.
What a wind turbine drone inspection actually covers, how long each turbine takes, and how it compares with rope access.
UAV wind turbine inspection is available across all 32 counties. Send us your turbine count, model and location and we will come back within 24 hours with a fixed price.
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