by Kevin Hesterberg | Jun 6, 2023 | Announcements, Drone Certification, Drones & Home Inspections
Hello all, I have definitely been slacking on my posts lately as things have been very busy (a good problem to have in this case). We have put together a new CE course and been getting things together for the upcoming NACHI conference this year (we will be speaking...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Apr 7, 2023 | Drone Videos
I know I am a little behind in my blog and newsletter for this month, things have been a little crazy (in a good way). We recently did a big job doing some thermal roof inspections and it has been consuming all of my time recently. I did however want to share a quick...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Mar 28, 2023 | Drone Videos
“Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgement to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills”. -unknown I have done a few repairs for clients who have had unexpected Return to Home (RTH) behavior. I find...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Feb 26, 2023 | Announcements, Drones & Home Inspections
We talk about why inspectors should be using drones all the time, but in this post we will be sharing a few stories to highlight why this is such an important topic. Another thing that I intend to discuss in this post is the difference between Duty and Standard of...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Jan 23, 2023 | Drone Certification
This is the next post in our discussion on what roofers and home inspectors need in order to be able to use drones in their business. Our last article provided an overview of topics which this series will be addressing. Drones are Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) whose...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Jan 23, 2023 | Drone Certification
Drone technology can increase the efficiency and safety for home inspectors, roofers, and any other business that needs to view a roof for business purposes. Drone technology allows one to measure a roof, take up close photos, and can be used in rain or icy weather....
by Kevin Hesterberg | Dec 20, 2022 | Drones & Home Inspections
Using a drone for your home inspection business has many benefits, from increased revenue streams and quicker operations, to an enhanced safety and liability experience. Our latest blog series walked readers through all the ways in which drone use for home...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Dec 20, 2022 | Drones & Home Inspections
If you’ve been following along with this series all about why drones are a valuable addition to your home inspection business, then you may be wondering, “How can I get started?” The Drone Hangar is here to guide you on that path, ensuring that you have the drone that...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Nov 18, 2022 | Drones & Home Inspections
Done manually, home inspection can be a time-consuming process. It’s also risky in terms of safety, which can have an impact on your business. Manual inspections do not always allow for complete views of all aspects of a property, which can lead to the buyers,...
by Kevin Hesterberg | Nov 18, 2022 | Drones & Home Inspections
Right now, there is a downward trend in the number of home inspectors. By 2030, it is estimated that there will be 3% less housing inspectors[1]. With the lower number of inspectors in the market, it means that there are more inspections to be completed by less...