DroneDeploy’s Rooftop DXF Reports provide a CAD-ready 3D wireframe of any building. These reports deliver precise geometry of roof facets, hips, ridges, and valleys, allowing you to import data directly into drafting software like AutoCAD or Revit.
Availability: Who has access?
Subscriptions: This is an Enterprise-level paid add-on.
Permissions: Only Organization Admins can configure Auto Exports.
Account Setup: Confirm with your Account Executive or contact DroneDeploy Support to ensure the feature is enabled for your organization.
Before You Begin
Before attaching a Rooftop DXF Auto Export, ensure:
Your organization has an active Project in DroneDeploy.
You have high-overlap imagery (minimum 70% nadir / 75% oblique) to support accurate 3D reconstruction.
Maps are processing normally within the project.
How to Configure a Rooftop DXF Auto Export
Follow these steps to generate a DXF deliverable whenever a map finishes processing automatically:
Access Admin Settings: In the DroneDeploy web app, navigate to your Organization/Admin Settings.
Open Auto Exports: Select the Auto Exports section from the menu.
Create New Export: Click Create New Auto Export and select the relevant Project.
Set the Data Layer: In the configuration panel, set Layer to Point Cloud. This is required to trigger the 3D roof reconstruction.
Select File Type: Set File Type to Rooftop DXF, then click Next.
Choose Destination: Select your preferred delivery method (e.g., Email, Google Drive, or Autodesk Construction Cloud).
Generating the Report
For New Maps: Once a new map finishes processing in the linked Project, the Rooftop DXF will generate automatically and be sent to your chosen destination.
For Existing Maps: You can manually trigger a "Run Now" command from the Auto Exports page to backfill a Rooftop DXF for previously processed maps.
Understanding the Deliverables
Once the export triggers (typically within 8 hours of map completion), you will receive:
3D DXF File: A wireframe with labeled layers for ridges, eaves, and valleys.
Roof Measurement Grid: A breakdown of pitch, orientation, and facet area.
Roof Contractor Report: A PDF summary for stakeholders.
FAQs
Q: Why don't I see Rooftop DXF in my export list? A: Ensure your Account Executive has enabled the add-on and that you are logged in as an Organization Admin.
Q: Can I use the Snapshot tool on these reports? A: Yes. Once the data is processed, use the Snapshot Tool to capture high-resolution visuals of the 3D roof model.
Q: What if the building has heavy tree cover? A: If the roof edges are obscured, the AI may fail to generate a precise wireframe. Refer to our Handling Obstructions Guide for flight tips.
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