>900
Betriebe im DACH-Raum
setzen bereits auf SKYMODEL
Drone surveying & digital roof measurement – precise 3D models from drone photos
For solar engineers
PV Planning
on the Building 3D Model.
- Centimeter-accurate 3D model from drone photos
- PV planning made easy without additional software
- Location-based economic analysis
- Win more contracts through 3D presentation
PV planning
For roofers
Precision
Instead of Tile Counting.
- Perfect offer – tile counting is a thing of the past
- 5 min. drone flight instead of risky climbing
- Centimeter-accurate measurements directly as PDF & CAD
- No more notepad sketches
Digital roof measurement
100+
3D-Modelle täglich
werden von uns automatisiert erstellt
<30 Min.
pro Projekt
durchschnittliche Bearbeitungszeit
These companies are already flying into the future with us:
What We Do
From Drone Photos to Precise 3D Models.
SKYMODEL turns your drone images into centimeter-accurate 3D models – fully automated, in under 30 minutes and without any software installation.
3D Building Model
High-resolution, textured 3D model from simple drone photos. Usable in the browser, exportable to all common formats.
Digital Roof Survey
Centimeter-accurate edges, areas and inclinations – as PDF report or DXF for your CAD software.
PV Planning on Model
Module placement, shading analysis and yield forecast directly on the digital twin of your client's building.
Process
It's that easy
In 3 simple steps to your own 3D model.
Step 01: Capture object
Fly over the object with your drone and take pictures from different angles. You can find the exact procedure in our checklist.
Do you have a DJI Mini Pro or DJI Enterprise drone? Perfect! In this case, the drone flies on its own.
Step 02: Upload pictures
Upload your pictures to our website. Our software then automatically creates a complete 3D model of the building, and our experts may make necessary corrections.
On average, the processing takes less than 30 minutes.
Step 03: Measure and plan
Import our export formats into your preferred planning software, or plan and measure directly in our online viewer - directly usable on PC, tablet or mobile phone.
Your Results
Everything you need for your project.
Every project delivers a complete data foundation – from the interactive 3D viewer to ready-made exports for your planning software.
Try for freeOnline 3D Viewer
Measure, plan and share your model directly in the browser – on PC, tablet or smartphone.
Survey Report
Verified PDF with all dimensions, areas and inclinations. Good foundation for quotes and invoices.
CAD & 3D Export
DXF, SXML, OBJ, DAE – seamless import into 3D-DachCAD, AutoCAD and all major programs.
PV Software Export
Optimized data for PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity and reonic – one click is all it takes.
Orthophoto & Point Cloud
Georeferenced aerial images and point clouds in various formats for maximum data depth.
24/7 Expert Support
Questions about export or import? Our team helps via WhatsApp, phone or remote support – no waiting.
Why SKYMODEL
No Subscription. No Hidden Costs. Just Results.
Stop paying for expensive software licenses and inflexible contracts. With us, you only pay for what you actually need.
No Subscription Required
You only pay per project. No monthly fees, no minimum terms, no expensive software license.
Ready in Under 30 Min.
From upload to finished 3D model takes an average of less than 30 minutes – not hours or days.
Expert-Verified
Every model is manually validated by our team. You receive the best possible data.
Personal 24/7 Support
No chatbot, no ticket system. Real experts, reachable via WhatsApp, phone and remote support.
From €25 per Project
Professional drone surveying at a fraction of the cost of traditional service providers and software solutions.
Various interfaces
Seamless import into leading software solutions - Are you missing something? Then let us know and we will take care of it.
What Our Customers Say
Trust through real results.
Over 900 businesses in the DACH region already work with SKYMODEL. Here's why.
From uploading the drone photos to a finished 3D model in just 30 minutes. This is a huge advantage for us, because it allows us to show the client what their project will look like in practice right there on-site during the meeting.
Christoph Prokes, Management
Mission Solar GmbH
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Here we answer the most frequently asked questions and provide tips from our many years of experience. Your question is not listed? Feel free to Contact Us, we're happy to help!
What is the process for free project?
1) Visit our website and register.
To do this, click on “Sign up” and enter your contact details.
2) After signing up, log in and create a new project. Upload the drone images of the desired project into the interactive input mask. These should be taken from different angles to enable precise photogrammetry. Please pay attention to the instructions in our handbook “The Perfect Survey Flight”
3) Our specialized software processes the uploaded images. It creates a 3D model of the roof based on the images and their GPS coordinates.
4) Once processing is complete, you will receive a notification. You can then download the finished 3D model from your SKYMODEL account.
2) After signing up, log in and create a new project. Upload the drone images of the desired project into the interactive input mask. These should be taken from different angles to enable precise photogrammetry. Please pay attention to the instructions in our handbook “The Perfect Survey Flight”
3) Our specialized software processes the uploaded images. It creates a 3D model of the roof based on the images and their GPS coordinates.
4) Once processing is complete, you will receive a notification. You can then download the finished 3D model from your SKYMODEL account.
Which drones are suitable for roof measurements with SKYMODEL?
Theoretically, all drones with GPS are suitable for roof measurements.
In practice, the drones from the market leader DJI have prevailed.
For the vast majority of applications, the entry-level and mid-range DJI drones are sufficient:
- DJI Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 4 (Pro) or Mini 5 Pro
- DJI Air 2S, Air 3S
- DJI Mavic 2, Mavic 3, Mavic 3E/T
- DJI Matrice 4E/T
- DJI Phantom
- DJI Inspire
If you have any further questions, we are available at any time. We would also be happy to advise you on purchasing the right drone for your individual requirements.
- DJI Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 4 (Pro) or Mini 5 Pro
- DJI Air 2S, Air 3S
- DJI Mavic 2, Mavic 3, Mavic 3E/T
- DJI Matrice 4E/T
- DJI Phantom
- DJI Inspire
If you have any further questions, we are available at any time. We would also be happy to advise you on purchasing the right drone for your individual requirements.
How can I further process the 3D model?
You can measure your 3D model directly in the SKYMODEL online viewer, use it for PV planning and share it with customers – without any additional software. If you'd like to keep working in your usual program, we offer numerous ready-made interfaces:
- Roofer & carpenter CAD: SEMA, Dietrich's, cadwork, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, 3D-DachCAD & DachTools
- PV tools: PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity, Reonic, Solar.Pro.Tool, SolarEdge, PVcase & SolarMonkey
The data is available as OBJ, GLB, DAE, DXF, SXML, georeferenced orthophoto and point cloud, among others. A complete overview of all interfaces including sample files can be found on our pricing page.
- Roofer & carpenter CAD: SEMA, Dietrich's, cadwork, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, 3D-DachCAD & DachTools
- PV tools: PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity, Reonic, Solar.Pro.Tool, SolarEdge, PVcase & SolarMonkey
The data is available as OBJ, GLB, DAE, DXF, SXML, georeferenced orthophoto and point cloud, among others. A complete overview of all interfaces including sample files can be found on our pricing page.
What is photogrammetry?
Photogrammetry is a technique for obtaining reliable data about real objects by creating 3D models from photographs. Overlapping photos of an object, building or terrain are taken by a drone, for example, and converted into a digital 3D model using our computer-aided software. Based on the GPS coordinates stored in the image data, a high-precision model is created in which exact dimensions and structures are recorded. This enables a precise reconstruction of the real environment from photos taken...
Can I simply fly over properties with the drone?
Before you fly your drone over land, you should obtain the written consent of the landowner. Also inform the neighbors if your flight extends over the boundaries of the property. You should also observe the applicable laws and regulations for flying drones and check for applicable geozones in the area. You can download the form Declaration of consent for the creation of aerial photographs HERE free of charge.
Can I fly a drone without a drone license?
Yes - for drones of class C0, e.g. DJI Mini 5 Pro, DJI Mini 4 Pro, Mini 3 & 3 Pro and Mini 2 SE (as of 10/2025), a drone license is not required. But please note: drone insurance, registration of the pilot with the LBA and marking of the drone are still mandatory. All information without guarantee.
Is a drone license costly and time-consuming?
For the use case of photogrammetry, a drone of class C0 (no drone license required) or class C1 (small drone license A1/A3) is usually sufficient. The small drone license A1/A3 for drones of class C1 (e.g. DJI Mavic 3, DJI Air 3 etc. as of 06/2024) can be completed online by answering 40 multiple-choice questions (after a short online training). A practical examination is not necessary. The costs usually amount to around €25.
Are there instructions on how to carry out a survey flight?
Yes - we have created detailed written instructions for conducting a survey flight with DJI drones, which you can download for free HERE.
Instructions in video form will follow in the future. You can find an overview of all instructions for each drone on our page Instructions for surveying flight.
Instructions in video form will follow in the future. You can find an overview of all instructions for each drone on our page Instructions for surveying flight.
What can I do in the SKYMODEL online viewer?
The browser-based viewer is far more than just a 3D view – it's your central workspace, with no software installation required:
- Measuring: capture edge lengths, areas and roof pitches in a few clicks – ideal for area and quantity take-offs as the basis for your quotes.
- PV planning: lay out modules directly on the 3D model, analyse shading and calculate profitability – all in the integrated PV tool.
- Customer view: show your customers their future PV system as a fully visualised 3D view on their own building – a real closer in sales.
- Share & collaborate: share the viewer via link with colleagues, customers or subcontractors (e.g. scaffolders) and add annotations right on the roof for the tradespeople on site.
Want to try it? Take a look at our viewer demo.
- Measuring: capture edge lengths, areas and roof pitches in a few clicks – ideal for area and quantity take-offs as the basis for your quotes.
- PV planning: lay out modules directly on the 3D model, analyse shading and calculate profitability – all in the integrated PV tool.
- Customer view: show your customers their future PV system as a fully visualised 3D view on their own building – a real closer in sales.
- Share & collaborate: share the viewer via link with colleagues, customers or subcontractors (e.g. scaffolders) and add annotations right on the roof for the tradespeople on site.
Want to try it? Take a look at our viewer demo.
In which file formats do I receive my survey data?
You receive your textured 3D model in common formats such as OBJ, GLB and DAE and – depending on your needs – as DXF, SXML, a georeferenced orthophoto and a point cloud. Every project also includes a manually reviewed PDF survey report with all edge lengths, areas and pitches.
Above all, we offer ready-made interfaces to numerous professional programs – so you never have to convert anything manually:
- Roofer & carpenter CAD: SEMA, Dietrich's, cadwork, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, 3D-DachCAD & DachTools
- PV tools: the SKYMODEL PV tool, PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity, Reonic, Solar.Pro.Tool, SolarEdge, PVcase & SolarMonkey
A full overview of all interfaces including sample files can be found on our pricing page.
Above all, we offer ready-made interfaces to numerous professional programs – so you never have to convert anything manually:
- Roofer & carpenter CAD: SEMA, Dietrich's, cadwork, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, 3D-DachCAD & DachTools
- PV tools: the SKYMODEL PV tool, PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity, Reonic, Solar.Pro.Tool, SolarEdge, PVcase & SolarMonkey
A full overview of all interfaces including sample files can be found on our pricing page.
How does PV planning with the SKYMODEL PV tool work?
The SKYMODEL PV tool is an all-in-one solution: you plan your entire photovoltaic system directly on the true-to-scale 3D model – the digital twin of the building. Modules are placed exactly on the roof surfaces, orientation and pitch are carried over automatically, and the integrated shading analysis highlights critical areas. This means you no longer need any additional planning software. If you'd still like to work in PV*SOL, SMA SunnyDesign, Eturnity or reonic, you simply hand over your data via the matching interfaces. PV planning starts at just €15 per project.
What sets SKYMODEL apart from other surveying providers?
With SKYMODEL you pay per project instead of a subscription – and your first project is free. Your true-to-scale 3D model is usually ready in under 30 minutes, 7 days a week. On top of that you get an integrated online viewer, a dedicated PV planning tool and personal support that typically replies in under 15 minutes. See exactly how we compare to other competitors, e.g. Airteam & Airclip, in our comparison.
Can I also survey facades and open areas with SKYMODEL?
Yes. Photogrammetry works for almost any object you capture with overlapping drone photos – from roofs to entire buildings and facades, all the way to open areas, construction sites and potential solar parks. All it takes is a clean survey flight with sufficient image overlap. You'll find a step-by-step guide for each drone on our survey flight guide page.
How much does drone surveying or a 3D model cost?
At SKYMODEL you pay per project – with no subscription or minimum term. A complete 3D model starts at just €25. For high project volumes we offer affordable flat-rate packages. Your first project is free. You can find a detailed overview of all prices on our pricing page.
How quickly do I receive my finished 3D model?
As a rule, your true-to-scale 3D model is ready to download on average in under 30 minutes after upload – 7 days a week. For particularly large or complex projects, processing may take a little longer. As soon as your model is ready, you will be notified automatically.
Do I need drone insurance for commercial survey flights?
Yes. For commercial use of a drone, operator liability insurance is required by law in Germany. It covers property and personal damage – including automated flights such as the orbit mode. Private liability insurance does not cover commercial flights. Powerful commercial policies are available from around €10/month. Learn more in our blog post on drone insurance.
In what weather can I carry out survey flights?
Dry conditions with good visibility and little wind are ideal. For photogrammetry, even lighting is an advantage – a slightly overcast sky avoids harsh shadows and produces especially clean models. Strong wind, rain, snow or fog should be avoided, as they impair flight stability and image quality. Always observe the weather and wind limits specified by your drone's manufacturer.