PRICING
PRICING
How Much Does Drone Mapping & Modeling Cost?
At THE FLYING LIZARD, we believe in clarity. One of the first questions we hear from construction clients is: “What does it cost to map a site?”
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The honest answer: it depends. Every site has different terrain, complexity, and deliverables. But to help you plan, here are the typical ranges we see in the industry:
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Drone Mapping & Progress Monitoring
$1000 – $2,500 per project
Perfect for smaller sites, quick volume checks, or one-time updates.
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$100 – $500 per acre
A common way pricing scales on larger projects.
Recurring site monitoring packages (monthly or bi-weekly flights) over 6 months:
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Small sites (up to 10 acres): $3,000 – $6,000
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Medium projects (10–50 acres): $6,000 – $12,000
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Large developments: Custom quoted
3D Modeling & Stockpile Analysis
2D maps (ortho mosaics): $1500 – $3,000+
3D site models: $2500 – $5,000+
Stockpile/earthwork volumes: $2500 – $4,500+ (depending on scale)
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Scan-to-BIM / High-Detail Modeling
For clients needing precision modeling (e.g., as-builts, detailed topo, or BIM integration):
Small commercial buildings: $2,500 – $8,000+
Medium sites: $8,000 – $30,000+
Large industrial facilities: $30,000+
What Factors Affect Price?
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Size of the site – acreage and vertical complexity
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Level of detail required – marketing visuals vs. survey-grade topo
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Frequency – one-time map vs. ongoing progress monitoring
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Deliverables – 2D imagery, 3D models, cut/fill reports, stockpile volumes, BIM-ready data
Why Clients Choose THE FLYING LIZARD
Most drone pilots buy a drone and learn on the fly. We’re different. Our team comes from aviation, mapping, and data analytics—so you get accuracy, consistency, and reporting you can rely on to make million-dollar decisions.
Ready for a Quote?
Every project is unique, and we tailor our pricing to your needs. Contact us today, and let’s map your site with clarity and precision. [Contact Us]
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THE FLYING LIZARD™
​ Where People and Data Take Flight
The world isn’t flat—and neither should your maps be.™
The airplane has unveiled for us the true face of the earth. - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry