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Why Home Inspections are Important for Home Buyers

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. While it’s an exciting journey, it also comes with challenges and uncertainties. Understanding the importance of home inspection is crucial in ensuring your investment is secure. This essential process offers valuable insight, helping you make informed decisions and protect your financial future.…
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The Power of Bundled Service Packages and Inspection Warranties

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Home buyers often face a whirlwind of decisions during the home buying process. As a home inspector, you can simplify this experience and gain a competitive edge by multiple commonly requested services as a bundled package. Home Inspectors and Customers Benefit from Bundled Service Packages When a buyer calls to schedule an inspection, they may…
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How to Grow Your Home Inspector Business

 Congrats! You just became your own boss and started down a highly profitable path. But now what? Becoming a professional home inspector sets you on the path to a lucrative career. Once you’ve set up shop and insured against claims that could potentially take a devastating financial toll, it’s time to get proactive about…
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Boost Your Home Inspection Business with Inspection Warranties

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According to the National Association of Realtors, 88% of buyers conduct a home inspection during the purchasing process. Home inspections play a crucial role in the home-buying process, helping buyers make informed decisions about the property they are purchasing. Buyers who forego inspections can face unforeseen repair costs that can range from a small issue…
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Understanding the Differences Between a Full Home Warranty and an Inspection Warranty

When it comes to protecting your home and the systems within it, warranties play a crucial role. Two common types are the full home warranty and the inspection warranty. While they may seem similar at first glance, there are several significant differences between them. Understanding these differences is essential for homeowners to make informed decisions…
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Why Should Inspectors Offer An Inspection Warranty?

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The home-buying process is a whirlwind of emotions and anxieties. For the buyer, the biggest concern often lies in the unseen: what potential problems lurk beneath the surface of their dream home? Home inspectors, like you, are the heroes in this scenario, wielding their expertise to uncover hidden issues and guide buyers toward informed decisions.…
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Inspection Warranties: The Important Value for Real Estate Agents

Home inspectors have a unique opportunity to elevate their services by offering clients an inspection warranty. Unlike a 12-month full home warranty, an inspection warranty is designed to minimize new homeowners’ out-of-pocket expenses for unforeseen repairs soon after moving in. These programs are intricately linked to the inspection process, excluding repairs or defects already documented…
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Top 6 Claims Against Home Inspectors

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There are several common liability claims against home inspectors, including: Roofing Damage Mold Problematic Plumbing Defects in the Foundation Water Damage Power issues Continue reading below to understand how the 6 top general liability claims against home inspectors come about and how they can be avoided. HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US! 1. Roofing Damage Claim Example…
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Spa and Pool Inspection Insurance

In some areas of the country, pools are a standard feature in homes. Are you considering whether or not to include pool inspections in your list of services? On one hand, you may gain customers and capitalize on lucrative extra business if you perform spa and pool inspections. On the other hand, inspecting pools is…
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Termite Insurance Coverage for Home Inspectors

Termites are a worst-case-scenario situation for most homeowners. They can stay well hidden and are difficult to diagnose; by the time they are found, they can already have inflicted devastating damage on a home and its integrity, plus left the inspector with a lawsuit summons and an upset client. E&O Insurance Coverage for Termite Inspections…
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Radon Insurance Coverage for Home Inspectors

What You Need to Know About Radon Radon is a naturally occurring, cancer-causing byproduct of the radioactive decay of Uranium in the soil. While you cannot see, smell or taste radon, it may still be a problem in your home. Breathing in radon-contaminated air increases your risk of getting lung cancer. In fact, radon is…
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