You can, if you are not familiar with the winds in your area, but most people can determine what their wind speeds average, with public data or a wind speed gauge. (We at Wind Inc., can sell you a wind speed gauge for $85.) Most turbine distributors can give you this information. A consultant would be required if you are investing a lot of money, but much of the data is publicly available. Some companies make more money on "studies" than in selling the turbines, so be careful. Companies such as www.wind-inc.us will actually go to your LOCATION and give you wind speeds as a part of the service when you PURCHASE. This is the rule of thumb. If your investment is LESS than $100,000 then we don't suggest a paid INDEPENDENT study.

You can, if you are not familiar with the winds in your area, but most people can determine what their wind speeds average, with public data or a wind speed gauge. (We at Wind Inc., can sell you a wind speed gauge for $85.) Most turbine distributors can give you this information. A consultant would be required if you are investing a lot of money, but much of the data is publicly available. Some companies make more money on "studies" than in selling the turbines, so be careful. Companies such as www.wind-inc.us will actually go to your location and give you wind speeds as a part of the service when you purchase. This is the rule of thumb. If your investment is less than $100,000 then we don't suggest a paid independent study.