The price of a drone may affect its usefulness.
Looking for ways to increase efficiency are always on a contractor’s mind because small savings here and there can add up. That might not be true when a contractor considers which drone to invest in. Quality might cost more upfront, but in the long run, it provides what is needed to get the job done effectively without the hassles cheaper choices might add. Just as using new ways to work to improve a business is a good idea, finding new ways to complete continuing education requirements is also. By taking required courses at an approved contractor license school through online or correspondence courses, contractors can study when and where it is most convenient for them.
Are Drones Really a Good Investment?
The question of whether using drones in construction projects is worth the cost and effort has been answered. According to ConstructionPro Network, three of every eight contractors has used drones, and all of them thought the use of drones was successful.
Why A Contractor Might Want to Pay More for a Drone
More expensive drones are generally easier to fly. In addition, less expensive drones require more frequent charges and USB charging takes time. Some models give you the ability to pop in a spare battery, making it possible to fly the unit without having to recharge. Time is money so this is important.
Drone Technology is Improving
Drone technology saw changes in 2015, and the technology is expected to continue improving. Lengthened flight time and battery life, improved performance, cameras and live feed are already around. However, all of these options may not be available in less expensive drones. In addition, future drone technology is expected to expand in these areas as well as collision avoidance, navigation and communication systems. One area users are looking forward to is automatic pilots for drones. This technology for an autopilot will mean that users will require far fewer skills to operate one.
Changes in the law makes it easier to use drones commercially.
Requirements for Commercial Use of Drones Have Changed
Federal Aviation Regulations for the commercial use of drones were changed in 2016 to make it easier to get approved to use a drone at construction projects, so spending a little more on a drone is not as worrisome. Before Part 107 was adopted, it was a tedious and sometimes lengthy process to get the required exemption to use a drone for business. There are still restrictions that include the inability to fly a drone at night and the requirement for the operator to take a written test. However, the easing of restrictions makes it possible for contractors to use drones for a construction project.
Contractor License School to Meet Educational Requirements
Just as choosing the right drone for a business is important, choosing the right contractor license school can make completing educational requirements for relicensing simpler. PDH Contractor Academy offers online and correspondence courses for a number of different states. All have been preapproved by the licensing boards in each state and offer courses to meet the requirements of each. Once courses are successfully completed, the appropriate board is notified by PDH Contractor Academy, plus a copy of the successful completion is sent to the course taker. Prices are bundled for cost savings, and personal support is available for questions or assistance. Browse courses by state to see how PDH Contractor can make taking continuing education courses easy.