ZenaTech Expands Drone as a Service Builder Services for Homebuilders
Nasdaq: ZENA | FSE: 49Q | BMV: ZENA
Overview
ZenaTech, Inc. announced the integration of drone-based workflows into land surveying services for national homebuilders, according to a press release dated February 10, 2026. The company stated that the expanded builder services capability is designed to deliver improved speed, precision, and reliability to facilitate the permitting process for residential construction.
The company plans to expand these services through its Drone as a Service (DaaS) operations, leveraging the specialized expertise of its recently acquired land surveying firm, Cardinal Civil Resources. According to ZenaTech, Cardinal offers a strong history of serving major U.S. homebuilders and provides a launchpad for the company's builder services across the homebuilding sector.
Key Highlights
- ZenaTech reported that by incorporating drone-based workflows and Cardinal's process standardization, the company aims to reduce survey turnaround from a typical 10 days to three days or less.
- Builder service offerings include topography, plot plans, boundary validation, zoning compliance, and jurisdiction-specific formatting, according to the press release.
- Cardinal Civil Resources was acquired by ZenaTech's DaaS business in 2025 and has since been integrated into the company's DaaS network, with locations and customers across Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
- The press release noted that Cardinal has supported major homebuilders for many years, including a relationship with Ryan Homes (NVR Inc.) spanning more than 15 years.
- ZenaTech's Drone as a Service will participate at the 2026 International Builders' Show (IBS) in Orlando, Florida on February 17 to 19.
Strategic Context
CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D., stated that delays in paperwork completion are among the biggest challenges facing residential builders, and that integrating drones into the survey workflow can cut completed permit-ready survey data to three days or less. Passley described integrating drones and specialized workflow processes as key components of scaling the company's builder services.
The company noted that national homebuilders purchasing finished or near-finished lots typically need a focused set of surveys to clear the government permitting stage and speed up home construction and buyer closings. According to ZenaTech, its proprietary software and workflows are designed to streamline permit timelines and reduce delays in the construction cycle.
What to Watch Next
- Performance and expansion of builder services across the DaaS network following the Cardinal Civil Resources integration
- ZenaTech's participation at the 2026 International Builders' Show (IBS) in Orlando, February 17 to 19
- Further development of drone-based workflow integrations for the homebuilding sector
About ZenaTech
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) is a technology company specializing in AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS and Quantum Computing solutions for mission-critical applications for commercial, government and defense. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. The company operates through global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing its DaaS business and network of locations through acquisitions.
Read the full press release here.
ArcStone Financial Pulse Team
Stay informed with the latest market trends and investment insights from ArcStone Securities and Investments Corp. Subscribe to our newsletter for more detailed reports and analysis.
Disclaimer and Forward-Looking Statements
The information contained herein is provided by ArcStone Securities and Investments Corp. ("ArcStone") for informational purposes only. It is not, and under no circumstances should it be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or other financial instruments in any jurisdiction.
Certain statements contained herein may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and assumptions that involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These statements often include words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "project," "should," "target," or similar expressions. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements, which speak only as of the date made. Except as required by law, ArcStone undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information.
This content is not intended as investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security and does not take into account the investment objectives, financial situation, or needs of any individual. Investors should consult their own professional advisors before making any investment decisions.
ArcStone Securities and Investments Corp. is not a registered broker-dealer and does not provide investment advice or recommendations. All registrable activities in the United States are conducted through ArcStone Securities, LLC and Kingswood US, both FINRA-registered broker-dealers. The issuer featured in this article (the "Company") is either a current client of ArcStone or a client through one of its affiliates. ArcStone and/or its affiliates have received or expect to receive cash, stock, stock options, warrants, and/or Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for the provision of corporate advisory, investor relations, digital media, or capital markets consulting services to the Company over a twelve (12) month period. This relationship represents a potential conflict of interest, as ArcStone may be perceived to have an incentive to present the Company in a favorable light. The principals, directors, officers, employees, and related entities of ArcStone and its affiliates may, from time to time, own, buy, or sell securities or derivatives of the Company or its affiliates.
This is not an offer to buy or sell securities. ZenaTech, Inc. is a venture company and investing in venture companies carries significant risks. This company feature does not constitute research. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions.
