# Opinions please. We cut a deal with DIRECTV to add value to member's services. **URL:** \ **Category:** Misc. Discussion\ **Created:** [July 16, 2009, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406 "2009-07-16T18:32:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![gromicko](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/gromicko/32/58172_2.png) [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2009, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/1 "2009-07-16T18:32:26Z")
We’re working with DIRECTV to offer some added value to InterNACHI member’s inspection services. CLICK HERE: > **[InterNACHI-DIRECTV.pdf](https://www.nachi.org/documents/InterNACHI-DIRECTV.pdf)** The toll-free number isn’t set up yet but will be soon. Thoughts? ---
**Author:** ![mnahrgang](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/mnahrgang/32/2365_2.png) [@mnahrgang](https://forum.nachi.org/u/mnahrgang)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2009, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/2 "2009-07-16T20:53:41Z")
I signed up as a Direct TV affiliate about a year ago… They’ve got a great affiliate offer, or so I thought (every bit as good as this one.) Unfortunately even after a year, zero response. I don’t see this as being any better deal… So don’t mean to piss on your parade, but since you asked… (It does seem like a great deal to offer to your clients on the surface, but not a real money maker in the long run.) ---
**Author:** ![klott](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/klott/32/59_2.png) [@klott](https://forum.nachi.org/u/klott)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2009, 11:28pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/3 "2009-07-16T23:28:37Z")
Sounds good to me. ---
**Author:** ![jhittle](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/jhittle/32/934_2.png) [@jhittle](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jhittle)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 2:34am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/4 "2009-07-17T02:34:37Z")
JUst something to think about: I have DirecTv so I have experience. What happens when you get a call from the client about the no show contractor, after they waited 4 hours for him to show up. You will probably have to reinspect after the installer lifts up your roof flashing and runs the 3 wires into the attic because he will only drill 1 hole without extra cost. I think it is great that NACHI is trying to add benfits but I dont recommend contractors for the same reason. When they dont show up or do a crappy job, I get called about it. DirecTV service is great but their subcontractors are horrible! ---
**Author:** ![gromicko](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/gromicko/32/58172_2.png) [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 4:15am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/5 "2009-07-17T04:15:27Z")
I don’t think this program amounts to recommending contractors. It is simply a way for clients of members to get 2 free months. ---
**Author:** ![aroncone](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/aroncone/32/922_2.png) [@aroncone](https://forum.nachi.org/u/aroncone)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 1:19pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/6 "2009-07-17T13:19:24Z")
Any possibility of a Canadian deal? Keep up the good work. ---
**Author:** ![dmcauley](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/dmcauley/32/2098_2.png) [@dmcauley](https://forum.nachi.org/u/dmcauley)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 1:20pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/7 "2009-07-17T13:20:14Z")
I, too, was an affiliate for Direct TV for 1 year. I had a website, worked it to get lots of visits, and even offered the program to my clients as an added benefit. Results: 2 sales with one canceling just after ordering. I also received a call from a someone who had purchased a system from someone else wanting me to come repair it. I informed them I was only in the sales department as an affiliate and did not perform repairs/installations. Direct TV informed them incorrectly. Nick, it’s out of the box thinking, but in my opinion, does not add much value to our services. I say go for something else to add value for our clients and to our services. ---
**Author:** ![bboerner](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/bboerner/32/354840_2.png) [@bboerner](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bboerner)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 2:26pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/8 "2009-07-17T14:26:07Z")
Nick why would you cut a deal with anyone before asking our input? Keep up the great work boss however get our input first before you waste your time and money. ---
**Author:** ![dmcauley](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/dmcauley/32/2098_2.png) [@dmcauley](https://forum.nachi.org/u/dmcauley)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 9:39pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/9 "2009-07-17T21:39:40Z")
Ah Billy, he owns the joint and doesn’t have to ask our permission to do whatever he wants or needs to do. He does a great job of coming up with unique things to make our inspection work and career more prosperous for us, that’s all that counts. ---
**Author:** ![gromicko](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/gromicko/32/58172_2.png) [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 10:41pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/10 "2009-07-17T22:41:28Z")
I’m lost. This deal doesn’t have you referring installation contractors or becoming an affiliate of anything. It is simply a freebee (2 free months of DIRECTV)for your client. Similar to giving your client the “Now…” book [www.nachi.org/now.htm](http://www.nachi.org/now.htm) with the report. ---
**Author:** ![rmaday](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/rmaday/32/581_2.png) [@rmaday](https://forum.nachi.org/u/rmaday)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2009, 10:47pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/opinions-please-we-cut-a-deal-with-directv-to-add-value-to-members-services/40406/11 "2009-07-17T22:47:36Z")
Is NACHI a DirectTV affiliate?