THE CALIBRATED DIFFERENCE
If you can’t trust your IAQ monitor, why should your customer trust you for the right solutions to their IAQ problems? That’s why it’s important to go pro.
Inexpensive IAQ devices might seem appealing, but they often fall short in terms of accuracy, reliability, and features. Investing in pro-grade calibrated monitors such as AirAdvice’s M5200 monitor is a smart business decision for contractors who want to provide the best possible service to their clients, protect themselves from liability, and build a reputation for excellence. Let’s look at a few key advantages of going pro.
Manufacturers of sensors that go into consumer IAQ monitors prioritize a competitive price over accuracy. They skip the costly and time-consuming step of calibrating their sensors. Our testing of such sensors have shown inaccuracies of +/- 20%, and sometimes higher. The consumer might find this acceptable, but not the professional. His professionalism, reputation and legal liability require a higher degree of accuracy.
ACCURACY AND RELIABILITY
- Health and Safety: Pro-grade monitors provide more accurate and reliable readings.. This is critical for identifying potential health hazards that cheaper sensors might miss. Inaccurately low readings could lead to a false sense of security, and inaccurately high readings could cause unnecessary concern for the homeowner.
- Liability: As a contractor, providing inaccurate information based on faulty readings could expose you to liability if you install the wrong solution based on the wrong data. Pro-grade monitors offer a higher level of assurance and demonstrate professionalism.
- Data-driven Decisions: Accurate data allows contractors to make informed recommendations for remediation strategies. This could include anything from suggesting better ventilation to identifying the source of a specific pollutant.
PROFESSIONALISM AND TRUST
- Technician Confidence: Superior tools inspire the best work from staff. Inferior tools send the wrong message to techs about your expectations of their work. Techs take pride in their work and their personal reputations. They want to make sound recommendations using professional tools that display accurate data.
- Customer Confidence: Using professional equipment shows that you take indoor air quality seriously and are committed to providing the best possible service. This builds trust with your clients.
- Credibility: Pro-grade monitors enhance your credibility as an expert in IAQ. This can be a significant differentiator in a competitive market.
- Marketing Advantage: You can market your use of pro-grade IAQ monitors as a value-added service. This can attract health-conscious clients who are willing to pay for peace of mind.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Calibration: Pro-grade monitors are calibrated before they ship, and periodically calibrated to ensure ongoing accuracy. Cheaper (low-cost) sensors are less accuracy out of the box, and “drift” even further over time.
- Data Logging: Many pro-grade monitors can log data over time, providing a more comprehensive picture of IAQ. This can be helpful for identifying intermittent problems.
- Advanced Sensors: Pro-grade monitors often incorporate more advanced sensor technology, allowing them to detect a wider range of pollutants.