FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q – Do I have to download an “App” to use inspectcheck?
A – No. inspectcheck is available directly from our website; inspectcheck.net
Q – Do I need special system requirements to use inspectcheck?
A- No. inspectcheck works on ALL computers, tablets, net books, and smart phones that can receive an internet connection. It will work on all browsers; however our preferred internet browser is Google Chrome, which can be downloaded at Google.com.
Q – What happens if I lose the internet connection while completing a home inspection report?
A – No problem. You can continue to complete the inspection report and all your data will be saved. Once you establish an internet connection, you can email and save the report to your “Virtual Office”.
Q – What is my “Virtual Office”?
A – inspectcheck will keep a file of all your clients information, all your property inspection information, your company information, and profile. All reports; completed, and in progress. Stock photos and additional follow up information is also easily accessed. Technical articles, just for home inspectors will be at your fingertips. You will never lose a report. All this information will be automatically saved in your account. You will be able to access all of this information from anywhere in the world.
Q- Where did inspectcheck come from, is this a new reporting system?
A – inspectcheck is the electronic reporting format from the Turn Key Home Inspection System. We have been supplying quality home inspection reports to professional home inspectors since 1999. The Turn Key Home Inspection Reporting System was developed by home inspectors for home inspectors. We are certified, licensed home inspectors with many years of experience. Since 1999, our reports have been used on thousands of properties. We are not a company who jumped on the home inspection software “bandwagon”. We speak your language, we are home inspectors!
Q- What makes inspectcheck so unique?
A – inspectcheck has so many unique features, here are a few;
Q - Do I have to use a tablet or computer on the inspection site?
A - No. You can use our exclusive inspectnotes at the inspection site and input the information at your convenience using all the same great features. Inspectnotes can be downloaded from your personal dashboard.
Q – Can I add photos?
A - Yes! Quickly and easily. Use your own photos or clearly advise your client using our "Stock Photos". You can add circles, text, arrows, sticky notes and more to your photos. (See our tutorial for more information)
Q – How does inspectcheck help market my home inspection business?
A – First, and most importantly by providing your client with a superior home inspection report. We also provide a dedicated “Client Link” button on the home page of our web site for your clients. You can direct them to this link for a vast amount of reference material. This will assist them finding a contractor or making repairs themselves. Maintenance tips, and information regarding Carbon Monoxide, Lead paint, Radon, Home Safety Tips, and Web Sites of interest. Your client will refer to the report for as long as they own their house. All inspectcheck users will have a free HomeBinder account. We are fully integrated with HomeBinder. Market to past clients and Realtors with the click of a button.
CLICK HERE to find out more information about HomeBinder.
Q – What are other ways inspectcheck helps my business?
A - Inspectcheck provides a “Virtual Office” that you can access from anywhere in the world where you have an internet connection. Once you sign in to your account you will be able to access all of your clients (past and presence) information. You will have full access to your clients, inspection reports (completed and in progress), company information and any other information you have saved. You will have the ability to make changes and updates, anytime from anywhere.
Q – What about customer service?
A- We are always here to help you. We provide comprehensive customer service in three forms;
Q – How does inspectcheck protect my companies’ liability, but still provide a quality report for my clients?
A – By providing clear direction to your client. Period. Most home inspection disputes arise because of poor communication and vague reports. Inspectcheck provides the following;
· Safeguards in place. If you fail to report on any area – inspectcheck will not allow you to go to the next reporting section until you mark the section as “complete”.
· Each tab at the top of the report pages has a visible red number promptly displayed. The number descends as the report sections are filled out. The inspector, at a quick glance, will know how many sections are left to fill out.
· Every condition noted on the report is automatically placed in one of three categories when the report is generated. The categories clearly advise your client, even if you forget to. The categories are;
1. Conditions noted in this column require routine maintenance and or minor repair
(Basically homeowner issues or inexpensive straightforward repairs)
2. Conditions noted in this column require some repair and or close monitoring
(Advising the client to repair the items in question so they remain serviceable. These repairs costs may be more substantial)
3. Conditions noted in this column require necessary repair / further evaluation by a qualified professional”
(Our “Action Column”. Items noted under this heading should
be repaired or further investigated As Soon As Possible)
Q – Is there a report summary page?
A - Yes! - we have a Super Summary Page. The inspector decides what goes on the summary page.
Click HERE for a summary page tutorial
Q – How much does inspectcheck cost?
A - $69.99 per month for unlimited reports or $49.99 per month with a 75 report limit ($7.99 per report). Inspectcheck does not have “membership levels”. You have access to ALL of inspectchecks features. NO initiation fees, NO update fees, NO additional costs for multiple inspection reports, NO email fee, NO storage fee. THERE IS NO LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF INSPECTIONS YOU CONDUCT. All affiliates have FULL access, NO hidden fees – EVER
Q – How does inspectcheck compare to other electronic reporting systems?
A – There is no comparison! – Compare for yourself…
A – No. inspectcheck is available directly from our website; inspectcheck.net
Q – Do I need special system requirements to use inspectcheck?
A- No. inspectcheck works on ALL computers, tablets, net books, and smart phones that can receive an internet connection. It will work on all browsers; however our preferred internet browser is Google Chrome, which can be downloaded at Google.com.
Q – What happens if I lose the internet connection while completing a home inspection report?
A – No problem. You can continue to complete the inspection report and all your data will be saved. Once you establish an internet connection, you can email and save the report to your “Virtual Office”.
Q – What is my “Virtual Office”?
A – inspectcheck will keep a file of all your clients information, all your property inspection information, your company information, and profile. All reports; completed, and in progress. Stock photos and additional follow up information is also easily accessed. Technical articles, just for home inspectors will be at your fingertips. You will never lose a report. All this information will be automatically saved in your account. You will be able to access all of this information from anywhere in the world.
Q- Where did inspectcheck come from, is this a new reporting system?
A – inspectcheck is the electronic reporting format from the Turn Key Home Inspection System. We have been supplying quality home inspection reports to professional home inspectors since 1999. The Turn Key Home Inspection Reporting System was developed by home inspectors for home inspectors. We are certified, licensed home inspectors with many years of experience. Since 1999, our reports have been used on thousands of properties. We are not a company who jumped on the home inspection software “bandwagon”. We speak your language, we are home inspectors!
Q- What makes inspectcheck so unique?
A – inspectcheck has so many unique features, here are a few;
- Our reporting system is automatically set up to properly advise your client on the condition of the property. All the inspector does is select the condition of the item being inspected; inspectcheck does the rest! Because of our unique report layout, inspectcheck automatically inserts recommendations and detailed explanations of all conditions noted. inspectcheck clearly advises your client, even if you forget to!
- Add additional text anywhere on the report
- Add photos at any time. inspectcheck will automatically label the photo. Choose your photo, or use inspectcheck’s stock photos to visually show your client how the item or system should look.
- Never lose a report. We file all of your information for you. Just access your account to review reports, finish reports, find clients’ information, email, print, or save reports, edit reports, and add photos.
Q - Do I have to use a tablet or computer on the inspection site?
A - No. You can use our exclusive inspectnotes at the inspection site and input the information at your convenience using all the same great features. Inspectnotes can be downloaded from your personal dashboard.
Q – Can I add photos?
A - Yes! Quickly and easily. Use your own photos or clearly advise your client using our "Stock Photos". You can add circles, text, arrows, sticky notes and more to your photos. (See our tutorial for more information)
Q – How does inspectcheck help market my home inspection business?
A – First, and most importantly by providing your client with a superior home inspection report. We also provide a dedicated “Client Link” button on the home page of our web site for your clients. You can direct them to this link for a vast amount of reference material. This will assist them finding a contractor or making repairs themselves. Maintenance tips, and information regarding Carbon Monoxide, Lead paint, Radon, Home Safety Tips, and Web Sites of interest. Your client will refer to the report for as long as they own their house. All inspectcheck users will have a free HomeBinder account. We are fully integrated with HomeBinder. Market to past clients and Realtors with the click of a button.
CLICK HERE to find out more information about HomeBinder.
Q – What are other ways inspectcheck helps my business?
A - Inspectcheck provides a “Virtual Office” that you can access from anywhere in the world where you have an internet connection. Once you sign in to your account you will be able to access all of your clients (past and presence) information. You will have full access to your clients, inspection reports (completed and in progress), company information and any other information you have saved. You will have the ability to make changes and updates, anytime from anywhere.
Q – What about customer service?
A- We are always here to help you. We provide comprehensive customer service in three forms;
- On our web site – under the “FAQ” tab at the top of the page, select "Contact us". Also under the "FAQ" tab at the top of the page, select "Login Issues" or "Tutorial". You can also click directly on the "FAQS" at the top of the page for more support. In these areas you will be able to view possible problems and solutions.
- Shortly after sign up, you will be sent a detailed training video. This video will show you step by step how to use our reporting system, virtual office, and all of our other features.
- You can email; support@inspectcheck.net anytime. Please be specific with your questions, and we will get back to you ASAP
Q – How does inspectcheck protect my companies’ liability, but still provide a quality report for my clients?
A – By providing clear direction to your client. Period. Most home inspection disputes arise because of poor communication and vague reports. Inspectcheck provides the following;
· Safeguards in place. If you fail to report on any area – inspectcheck will not allow you to go to the next reporting section until you mark the section as “complete”.
· Each tab at the top of the report pages has a visible red number promptly displayed. The number descends as the report sections are filled out. The inspector, at a quick glance, will know how many sections are left to fill out.
· Every condition noted on the report is automatically placed in one of three categories when the report is generated. The categories clearly advise your client, even if you forget to. The categories are;
1. Conditions noted in this column require routine maintenance and or minor repair
(Basically homeowner issues or inexpensive straightforward repairs)
2. Conditions noted in this column require some repair and or close monitoring
(Advising the client to repair the items in question so they remain serviceable. These repairs costs may be more substantial)
3. Conditions noted in this column require necessary repair / further evaluation by a qualified professional”
(Our “Action Column”. Items noted under this heading should
be repaired or further investigated As Soon As Possible)
Q – Is there a report summary page?
A - Yes! - we have a Super Summary Page. The inspector decides what goes on the summary page.
Click HERE for a summary page tutorial
Q – How much does inspectcheck cost?
A - $69.99 per month for unlimited reports or $49.99 per month with a 75 report limit ($7.99 per report). Inspectcheck does not have “membership levels”. You have access to ALL of inspectchecks features. NO initiation fees, NO update fees, NO additional costs for multiple inspection reports, NO email fee, NO storage fee. THERE IS NO LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF INSPECTIONS YOU CONDUCT. All affiliates have FULL access, NO hidden fees – EVER
Q – How does inspectcheck compare to other electronic reporting systems?
A – There is no comparison! – Compare for yourself…