Inspector Toolbelt Talk

Ian Robertson
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Inspector Toolbelt Talk

A weekly home inspection podcast hosted by the founders of Inspector Toolbelt - the premier home inspection software. Get tips, insights, strategies, and more from our hosts and guests to help give your home inspection business a boost. Ian and Beon are property inspection and tech industry veterans with over 20 years of experience each. Sometimes they even stay on point :)

  1. Optimizing Home Inspection Reports

    HÁ 3 DIAS

    Optimizing Home Inspection Reports

    Effective inspection report writing requires finding the perfect balance between thoroughness and client accessibility, with strategic organization making all the difference in client satisfaction and efficiency. • Report summaries should be placed at the beginning, not the end, of inspection reports for maximum client usability • Common industry fear that front-loaded summaries create liability has little evidence to support it • Consolidating report sections (like combining all bedrooms un...

    18min
  2. Creating a Better Customer Experience

    31 DE MAR.

    Creating a Better Customer Experience

    The difference between a successful home inspection business and an extraordinary one often comes down to something that can't be captured on a checklist: the customer experience you create. Mike Ortiz of Homefront Inspections returns to share the hard-earned wisdom that has transformed his business from agent-dependent to client-driven through the power of exceptional service. "They want to feel taken care of, they want to feel warm and fuzzy, they want to understand things, they want to fe...

    46min
  3. My Favorite Report Disclaimers

    24 DE MAR.

    My Favorite Report Disclaimers

    The power of well-crafted disclaimers can save home inspectors from costly legal battles and unreasonable client expectations. • Disclaimers about differing professional opinions protect inspectors when specialists later suggest more extensive repairs • Clear language about inspections being limited and visual only sets appropriate client expectations • Statements clarifying that inspectors cannot find every defect help manage client expectations about minor issues • Code compliance disclaim...

    32min
  4. Diversify To Grow your Business

    18 DE MAR.

    Diversify To Grow your Business

    Tony shares his 26-year journey in the home inspection business and the creation of his new book "Beyond Inspecting: A Guide to Growing Your Home Inspection Business." His experience shows how diversification strategies can transform an inspection business when residential markets slow down. • Success is opportunity meeting preparation • Diversification saved Tony's business during California's real estate downturn • Creating opportunity through wildfire home hardening programs • Finding opp...

    43min
  5. How To Construct a Narrative

    10 DE MAR.

    How To Construct a Narrative

    We explore the essential framework of narrative writing that every home inspector should master: observation, implication, and recommendation. The episode emphasizes the importance of clear communication to enhance client understanding and protect yourself legally. - Discusses the significance of structured narratives in inspection reports - Breaks down the components of effective observations - Highlights the possible legal implications of the narrative and clear recommendations Check ou...

    15min
  6. Q2 2025 Home Inspection Market Outlook

    5 DE MAR.

    Q2 2025 Home Inspection Market Outlook

    Dive into the evolving landscape of the home inspection market as we uncover the latest insights and predictions for Q2. In this episode, we analyze the surprising shift toward a buyer's market, particularly in regions like Southeast Florida. As inventory levels rise, home buyers are exhibiting more caution, prompting a shift in how inspections are conducted. Join us as we break down the implications of these market changes for home inspectors and discuss strategies to meet new demands...

    40min
  7. Building a Great Inspection Template

    25 DE FEV.

    Building a Great Inspection Template

    Unlock the secrets of impactful home inspection reporting with George Karampoulis. George takes us on a journey through the art of creating efficient and intuitive home inspection templates. With a focus on the end-user, he reveals how simplicity in design can enhance clarity and effectiveness, and even offers his own proven template to those eager to elevate their practice. This segment promises an enlightening look at common pitfalls and practical solutions that can transform your inspectio...

    45min
  8. Using Ratings In our Inspection Reports

    11 DE FEV.

    Using Ratings In our Inspection Reports

    Learn how to elevate our home inspection reports with our latest episode, where we promise you'll learn how a well-structured rating system can transform your client communication. Join us as we explore the powerful clarity that rating systems bring, much like a doctor's report, helping clients grasp the severity of issues at a glance. With insights from seasoned home inspectors, industry experts, and legal professionals, we uncover how these systems not only enhance the quality of reports bu...

    27min
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    A weekly home inspection podcast hosted by the founders of Inspector Toolbelt - the premier home inspection software. Get tips, insights, strategies, and more from our hosts and guests to help give your home inspection business a boost. Ian and Beon are property inspection and tech industry veterans with over 20 years of experience each. Sometimes they even stay on point :)

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    • Criado por
      Ian Robertson
    • Anos de atividade
      2021 - 2025
    • Episódios
      156
    • Classificação
      Livre
    • Copyright
      © 2025 Inspector Toolbelt
    • Site do podcast
      Inspector Toolbelt Talk

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