How we price drone exterior cleaning.
Transparent numbers, no surprises. Here's exactly how we estimate Miami commercial buildings, roofs, windows, and solar arrays. Whether you manage a single property or a portfolio across South Florida, the same per-square-foot math applies to every quote.
How much does drone exterior cleaning cost?
Most commercial drone cleaning jobs in Miami fall between $0.20 and $0.50 per square foot of building surface, depending on height, surface type, soiling level, and access. A typical 10-story facade runs $4,500–$12,000. Roofs are $0.20–$0.50 per sq ft. Solar arrays are $1–$3 per panel. Every quote is fixed-price after a free site walk — no day-of surprises.
- Height
- Floors / vertical reach
- Surface area
- Total sq ft to clean
- Surface type
- Glass vs stucco vs metal vs tile
- Soiling level
- Light film vs heavy algae/salt
- Access
- Ground clearance and exclusion zone
- Schedule
- Business hours vs after-hours
Drone cleaning, answered
How much does drone exterior cleaning cost in Miami?+
Most commercial drone cleaning jobs in Miami fall between $0.20 and $0.50 per square foot of building surface, depending on height, surface type, soiling level, and access. A typical 10-story facade ranges $4,500–$12,000. Roofs run $0.20–$0.50 per sq ft. Solar arrays are $1–$3 per panel. Every quote is fixed-price after a free site walk.
What drives the price up or down?+
Five factors: (1) building height — taller buildings need more flight time, (2) surface area and complexity — articulated facades take longer than flat glass, (3) soiling level — heavy algae or salt haze needs more dwell time, (4) site access and exclusion zone setup, (5) scheduling constraints (after-hours, weekends).
How is this cheaper than scaffolding or rope access?+
Traditional methods carry rigging cost, permit cost, multi-day setup, and crew-at-height insurance load. Drones eliminate all of that — same building, same clean, 30–60% lower total project cost in most cases.
Do you charge for the quote?+
No. Site walks and quotes are free. You get a fixed-price proposal, scope of work, and safety plan before any work is scheduled.
What's included in the price?+
FAA Part 107 pilot, Lucid Bots Sherpa drone, ground rig, pure-water filtration, biodegradable soft-wash detergent, exclusion-zone setup, full insurance, and 4K aerial before/after documentation.
How often should I schedule drone cleaning in Miami?+
Coastal buildings near the bay or ocean typically need a cleaning every 6 to 9 months because of salt air and pollution buildup, while inland properties can often stretch to 12 months between visits. We build your preferred cycle into the fixed-price quote so renewals stay predictable and budgeted in advance.
Does the price change between Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Boca Raton?+
The per-square-foot rate is the same across South Florida. What can change is travel time to the site and any local permit requirements, and both are factored into your quote before you sign, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
What happens if the scope changes after the site walk?+
If our team spots something during the walk that affects scope, such as extra soiling, additional access equipment, or a larger surface area than estimated, we discuss it and adjust the quote before any work begins. Once the proposal is signed, the price is locked, including normal weather-related rescheduling.
Sample price ranges
Ranges below cover the majority of South Florida commercial properties. Your fixed-price proposal lands inside these bands 90%+ of the time. Properties that fall outside these ranges, such as historic facades or oversized industrial roofs, get a custom walk-through before we finalize pricing.
| Service | Range | Typical project |
|---|---|---|
| High-rise window cleaning | $0.20–$0.50 / sq ft of glass | Most 20–40 story towers: $6,000–$18,000. |
| Commercial facade cleaning | $0.20–$0.50 / sq ft of facade | Stucco, EIFS, concrete, metal panel — most buildings: $5,000–$25,000. |
| Roof soft-wash cleaning | $0.20–$0.50 / sq ft of roof | Tile, metal, flat membrane. Average single-property roof: $1,200–$6,500. |
| Solar panel cleaning | $1 – $3 / panel | Volume discounts on commercial arrays (500+ panels). |
| Parking garage cleaning | $0.15-$0.35 / sq ft of deck | Multi-level structures: typically $3,000-$15,000 depending on levels and access. |
What's included in every quote
- FAA Part 107 certified pilot
- Lucid Bots Sherpa cleaning drone + ground rig
- On-site de-ionized pure-water filtration
- Biodegradable soft-wash detergent
- Exclusion-zone setup and tenant comms plan
- Aviation-endorsed commercial liability insurance
- 4K aerial before/after documentation
- Fixed-price proposal — no day-of surprises
Pricing & comparison pages
- Commercial building cleaning cost (Miami)
- Drone window cleaning cost
- High-rise cleaning pricing explained
- Roof cleaning cost calculator
- Cheapest way to clean commercial buildings
- Our equipment & process
- Buying vs. hiring a cleaning drone
- Vetting a drone cleaning contractor
- Commercial drone cleaning guide
- Drone cleaning vs boom lift
- Rope access vs drone cleaning
- Scaffolding vs drone cleaning
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