Business idea · Physical-Services
Thermal Imaging for Hunting
Thermal Imaging for Hunting: This service utilizes thermal imaging drones to assist hunters in locating deer that have been shot and gone off into hard-to-reach areas. By offering this service, hunters can recover their game more efficiently. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "How to Make 7 Figures With a Drone⏐Ep. #229" (aired October 3, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | How to Make 7 Figures With a Drone⏐Ep. #229 |
| Aired | October 3, 2025 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | Tom Powers' Drone Inspection Business, Uncle Clark's Photography Business, Drone Deer Hunters, Tyler's Stump Grinding, Uncle Clark, Drone Roof Inspections |
The problem it solves
Hunters often lose track of injured deer in dense brush, leading to waste and frustration. This service helps them locate their game quickly and effectively.
How it makes money
Charge per use or a flat fee for each recovery mission, allowing for variable pricing based on distance and difficulty.
Skills you need
Drone operation, thermal imaging technology expertise, knowledge of hunting regulations, and customer service.
The market, and why this works now
Thermal imaging technology has advanced significantly with products like FLIR's Duo Pro R, which offers high-resolution imagery for drone applications. Launching the service through platforms like the Hunting Subreddit can attract initial customers, allowing hunters to share their experiences and request assistance. A potential risk involves the capital required for drone equipment and maintenance, which could strain cash flow during the early stages of the business.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Tom Powers' Drone Inspection Business
A specific example of a business that performs drone inspections for roofs, generating significant revenue.
- Uncle Clark's Photography Business
A rental house empire built by Clark, who initially used model airplanes to take aerial photographs of properties.
- Drone Deer Hunters
A company that uses thermal imagery drones to locate deer that have been shot by hunters.
- Tyler's Stump Grinding
A business providing stump grinding services and utilizing drone technology for marketing.
- Uncle Clark
A method for inspecting roofs and selling images taken during inspections to homeowners.
- Drone Roof Inspections
A service that uses drones to inspect rooftops for damage, primarily for insurance claims and property management.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: How to Make 7 Figures With a Drone⏐Ep. #229
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.