# State Farm Drone Leaves Homeowner With $20K Bill After Surprise Roof Inspection

> While many still use drones purely as recreational devices, the technology has started to take on various other roles.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2125133/state-farm-drone-roof-insurance-inspection/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69b9cb571035fb7ddd2d321f)
- **Published:** 2026-03-17
- **Category:** Drones
- **Tags:** #drones #bill #farm #homeowner #inspection #leaves #roof #state
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