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[Dan Bowers, CMI]

Orvil -

Different areas report different results with IR. In my area (Kansas City), I don't knoe OR have heard of anyone really doing well or making $$$$$ with the IR cameras. Like Kevin from Texas said,YES a 10 lb sledge hammer will kill a mouse BUT do you really need that OR is it OVERKILL.

MOST guys that get an IR and proper Level I training in my area got about $7,500 - $8,500 invested buying something like a TiR1 or Flir B-60. AND in the real estate market we're in, they'll probably never justify the $$$$$$

Your area may be different / Good Luck ..........

[oboyer]

Well thanks to all for the comments. Thanks a little more to the ones who stayed focus on the original question giving me more detailed information about camera selection. It seems there is quite a debate and some bitterness on how TI service should be provided and what it should cost. TI is not hot in my area yet, seams like we are always a step behind everywhere else, but it is coming. I already have contractors asking me about thermal imaging and can I perform "energy audit type work for them" or help identify moisture problems. I dont think they are educated on a full energy audit and what it has to offer, so I am going to have to educate them. I can already tell they kind of want a stripped down version of energy auditing. Quick question before closing to thermographers. If a contractor asked you to help them locate hydronic heat "Pex Tubing runs" in a concrete floor 60x80. What would you charge for this project.

Have a great day

[David A. Andersen]

Those of us that got started in TI are "the educators" of the IR application.

I have said this a hundred times; you can't sell something to someone who can't see (understand) the benifit from their investment.

Also, just because you have a camera, will not make your phone ring.

By the time this catches on in your area, you'll be left in the dust.

Read into any "qualified" training org and you will see that they talk about a 5 yr start-up. If you buy into a franchise, you can't expect to get a return on your investment for 5-7 years. This is just the way it is. Why should IR be any different.

If I didn't have this second job, I'd be sitting around like a bunch of you not making anything and just hanging out here yelling at anyone you can (out of frustration).

Don't be influenced by the nay-sayers out there Orvil. Also don't get wrapped up in the Hype of "cheapest training and cameras around"!

[oboyer]

Thanks David. I am wrapping my head around everyones input.

Thanks, Dan

[John McKenna]

Nice food for thought