Periodic Façade Inspection (PFI)
BCA-compliant façade inspections and repair scopes.
Overview
Singapore's Building & Construction Authority (BCA) requires periodic façade inspection for buildings above 13 metres and older than 20 years. Spyder delivers end-to-end PFI services combining drone surveys, rope access and structural reporting.
Problems we solve
Falling hazards, BCA non-compliance, mounting repair costs and inability to obtain insurance or MCST approvals.
Typical workflow
- Drone scan of full envelope
- Rope access close-up inspection
- Annotated defect mapping
- Photographic condition report
- Repair specification & quotation
- Optional repair execution
Equipment & techniques
- DJI M30T & Mavic 3 Enterprise drones
- 4K pole-cams
- Hammer-tap sounding tools
- Crack-width gauges
Safety & compliance
All inspectors hold BCA-recognised façade inspector certification. Drone flights are CAAS-permitted and orchestrated with building management.
Frequently asked questions
When is a PFI mandatory?
BCA mandates PFI every 7 years for buildings above 13m and over 20 years old. First inspection deadline is age-dependent.
Who signs the report?
A Professional Engineer (PE) endorsed by our panel reviews and signs the final report.
Ready for a tailored quotation?
Most quotes returned within 48 hours.