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The construction industry is in the middle of a massive shift—one driven by automation, data, and real-time visibility. And at the center of that transformation is a technology that once sounded futuristic: the autonomous drone dock. A drone dock is a self-contained, automated base station that stores, charges, protects, and launches a drone without the […]

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a drone operator? At Elevated Angles, every day is a new mission—from early morning pre-flight checks to weaving drones through tight interior spaces or soaring above a construction site at golden hour. It’s a job that blends precision, creativity, and storytelling from the sky. In this behind-the-scenes look, we break down a typical day in the life of our aerial crew—and why there’s nothing typical about it.

Elevated Angles is more than just a drone company—it’s a mission-driven team capturing the world from a new perspective. Founded in Philadelphia in 2017, Elevated Angles has grown into a trusted aerial media partner across industries like construction, real estate, insurance, and entertainment. Rooted in founder Brett Tiagwad’s personal journey of recovery, the company blends top-tier drone technology with a commitment to purpose—donating 5% of its revenue to addiction treatment each year. From cinematic video production to live broadcast and virtual tours, Elevated Angles continues to push the limits of visual storytelling.

Insurance claims have traditionally relied on manual inspections, paperwork, and lengthy processing times. But with advancements in drone technology, insurance companies now have a powerful tool to streamline assessments, enhance accuracy, and improve overall efficiency. At Elevated Angles, we specialize in high-quality aerial footage and inspections, helping insurers and adjusters get a clearer picture—faster and safer than ever before.

Drones revolutionize construction management by offering high-resolution imagery, comprehensive site coverage, and time-saving efficiency. Elevated Angles specializes in capturing every milestone with precision, delivering stunning visuals and impactful timelapse videos to streamline reporting and showcase progress.

Drones revolutionize construction management by offering high-resolution imagery, comprehensive site coverage, and time-saving efficiency. Elevated Angles specializes in capturing every milestone with precision, delivering stunning visuals and impactful timelapse videos to streamline reporting and showcase progress.

Drone photography and videography bring a fresh, elevated perspective to university campuses. Whether you’re looking to highlight your campus in recruitment materials, document a special event, or create a unique class photo like those at the University of Pennsylvania and West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Elevated Angles has the expertise to deliver stunning, dynamic footage

Explore how Elevated Angles captured the Battleship New Jersey’s historic move with expert drone footage. From FAA waivers to post-production, see how we turned this iconic event into stunning visuals.

Elevate your social media presence with breathtaking drone content that captures unique perspectives and engages your audience. At Elevated Angles, we specialize in creating stunning aerial visuals tailored for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Contact us today to take your social media strategy to new heights.

Brett Tiagwad recently launched Elevated Angles LLC, wherein he uses a drone to take aerial photographs on behalf of various clients in the Greater Philadelphia area. Tiagwad’s story is different, because his success with drones was propelled by two life-altering milestones – the untimely death of his mother and the subsequent and swift turn to the road to recovery from substance abuse.

Aerial photography is revolutionizing real estate marketing by offering unique, high-definition views that capture a property’s full layout and features. This enhances listings, attracts more interest, and helps potential buyers form emotional connections with properties. Despite regulatory and technical challenges, professional drone services ensure a seamless integration of this powerful tool in modern property marketing.

Elevated Angles is proud to have recently hit 100k followers on their Instagram and will soon be launching an invite-only drone network app that will connect the best drone pilots in the world to service their clients around the globe.