Laser Distance Meter Buying Guide

This allows for extremely accurate readings, even over large distances.
Additionally, on-board functions allow the device to add, subtract, calculate area and volume, triangulate and a range of other functions.
These have a huge benefit to the user as complex, time-consuming calculations can be made quickly, easily and with high degrees of accuracy.
A quality laser measure can be a useful addition to the working kit of a wide range of professionals including builders, contractors, architects, surveyors, tilers, kitchen fitters, flooring contractors and many other professions in which accurate measuring is required.

How to use a Laser Distance Meter 

To make a simple distance measurement using a laser measure the user must place the instrument at one end of the line that is to be measured and aim the laser beam at a solid target such as a wall or cabinet.
If a solid object is not available then a plastic target can be placed at the required destination to allow the laser beam to be reflected.
Next, the button is pressed and the distance is measured and displayed on the laser measure's screen.
If a simple distance was all that was required then the job is already done but a whole range of options still exist for the user.
Areas and volumes can be calculated by taking further measurements and making use of the on-board functions to perform the calculations for you.
Each model is different so it is always advisable to spend some time with the user manual before attempting some of the more advanced tasks.

To Buy or Hire ?

If you’ve decided you need a Laser Distance Measure you’ve completed the first step. Next, you should consider whether you should buy or hire the tool.
To make this decision you must consider what you will be using the Laser distance measure for, how often you will be using it and what type of measure you need.
If you plan to use a laser distance measure for small jobs such as home DIY, it might be useful to buy a cheaper measure outright as you are likely to reuse the tool over a long period.
However, if you need a more expensive measure but will only be using it for a short period of time, perhaps hiring is the better option and something to consider.
We offer a hire or buy service full of comprehensive of Survey and Safety equipment, including laser distance measures.

Factors to consider when choosing the right laser meter

There are many different laser distance measures available for use and so there is a lot to consider when trying to choose the right one for you. So, what laser measure is right for you? Here are some things to consider:

• Price – Laser distance measures can range in price from USD80 -USD300 so what you are willing to spend is an important factor to consider.
  
• Indoor/Outdoor Use – Do you need to have a laser measure that can be used for indoor and outdoor measuring? Some laser measures can do this. However, other measures will only be suitable for one or the other.
  
• Distance Measurement – What will you be measuring? Laser distance measures can vary on the distance they can measure over. Some will measure up to 60m whereas other can go as far as 200m.
  
• Waterproof – Will you need a laser distance meter that is waterproof? You might want to consider measures such as the Mileseey k3
  

Benefits of Using Laser Meters

The three main benefits to using a laser measure are: 

• Accuracy
  
• Ease of use
  
• Durability