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The Successful Home Inspector Podcast Episode 149 Rose Buckley

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Rose Buckley
Rose Buckley

Rose comes to US Inspect with several years of education and a teaching background. She has quickly picked up on what it means to be a home inspector and is committed to teaching her clients all about their prospective new homes. She earned her Master’s in Education from Wilmington University in 2014. She then went on to teach several languages (English, French, Italian, and Spanish) at both the high school and community college level. She has a passion for connecting with people and this serves her well with both prospective home buyers and Realtors.

She enjoys traveling, snowboarding, hiking and being with her family.

Rose is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Podcast Episode 148 Charles Buell.

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As a Seattle Home Inspector, I am committed to bringing all my years of experience, as well as my continuing education regarding home construction practices, to bear, in assisting the Home Buyer/Seller with their Home purchase/sale.

Inspecting NW Homes

Inspecting NW Homes

It is my intention that the Home Buyer/Seller have an accurate, “snap-shot” of the major components of the Home, thus assisting them in making an informed decision. While based in Seattle/Shoreline WA, I inspect homes all over Western Washington State, including King County, Snohomish County and sometimes even Pierce County. Some of the cities I commonly get to are Everett, Lynnwood, Bothel, Kenmore, Kent, SeaTac, Bellevue, Kirkland—-and many others. Some buyers have referred to my inspection reports as “beginning” owner’s manuals for their home.

Business & Inspection Experience

I have been designing and building residential structures for over 35 years.

Inspecting NW Homes

Inspecting NW Homes

Previous to becoming a Home Inspector in 2004, I was a “hands-on” general contractor and I was actively involved in all aspects of residential construction. As a designer and a builder, I had to keep up-to-date in all the trades involved in this work: foundations, framing, electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, siding, roofing etc. My specialties have been kitchen design, second story additions, whole house remodels, and new passive solar houses—-including composting toilets and wood foundations.

I currently sit on the Home Inspector Licensing Advisory Board of the State of Washington.

I am also on the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) technical review committee at the National level and served as chair of the committee for 2016.

I am a Graduate of Bellingham Technical College, Bellingham, Wa., Residential Home Inspection Course (160 hours), and I am currently an instructor with this program. This course is approved by the State of Washington for Home Inspector Education as preparation for new inspector licensing.

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I am a Member of ASHI, (American Society of Home Inspectors), Member #246514.

I am a Licensed Washington State Home Inspector, #220

I am a Licensed Structural Pest Inspector, WSDA #67488

Level I Thermographer, ITC Certified

Charles Buell is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home IAsk the Charlotte Inspectornspection Carolina and

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 147 Shawn Rossbach

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Shaw
Shawn Rossback

Max Home Inspections ® promises to provide outstanding customer service, thorough home inspections, professional and informative reports. You will have the information you need to make a confident decision on your real estate investments. We are always available to help – 24/7.

Professionally educated, licensed and certified, Max Home Inspections strives to give you the best quality service. Our inspectors adhere to a strict code of conduct and have all been trained and educated to ensure that they properly represent the best in the industry.

We always strive to exceed customer expectations – from the time we arrive on sight you will know that we are knowledgeable professionals that have your best interest at mind. If you are not completely satisfied at the end of the inspection, not only will we refund the inspection fee, we will also pay for another licensed inspector of your choice, up to the original inspection fee

Shawn is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector 

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The Successful Home Inspector Podcast Episode 146 Stephen Rager

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Stephen Rager
Stephen Rager

Champion Home Inspection LLC provides the highest quality home inspection service in Evansville, Newburgh, Booneville, Chandler, Dayville, Yankeetown and surrounding counties. Your home will be evaluated for physical condition including the construction, structure and the components of the home. Our trained inspectors will look at roofing, interiors, exteriors, structural components, electrical system, plumbing system, and more. Have a seasoned and licensed home inspector give you peace of mind.

Choosing the right home inspection company can be difficult. Unlike most professionals you hire, you probably won’t meet your inspector until your inspection appointment–after you’ve hired us. Furthermore, different inspection companies have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and pricing. One thing that’s certain is that a home inspection requires a lot of work. Ultimately, a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector’s effort. If you honor us by permitting us to inspect your new home, we guarantee that we will give you our very best effort.

A thorough inspection of a house is extremely important before you finalize the sale of your new home. At Champion Home Inspection LLC our certified home inspectors take home inspections seriously! We are also certified through the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, (InterNashi) as well as Certified, Insured, and Licensed in Indiana so you can trust that you’re getting the most thorough and accurate assessment possible.

We Stand Behind Our Inspections:
When we conduct your inspection, you’ll enjoy complete peace of mind knowing that we GUARANTEE your satisfaction. If, for any reason, you’re not 100% satisfied with the quality of our service, just tell the inspector before you receive your report. We’ll either make it right or you will not be charged for the inspection.

Champion Home Inspection LLC is owned and operated by Inspector Stephen Rager, who is a US Army Iraq War Veteran and has gone from serving our country to serving our community! Stephen will be your home buying or selling advocate! We are committed to providing you with outstanding service as we’re highly experienced and extremely thorough. If you’re looking to buy or sell in the Indiana area, we can help!

Stephen Rager is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 145 Four Home Inspectors on a Plane

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Preston Sandl

I this pocast Rob Lemoine, Wally Conway, Preston Sandlin, and Shawn Rossbach were on a cross country tour giving home inspection presentation.  So Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina of Charlotte NC decided to do a podcast.  Wally Conway owns a home inspection company in Jacksonville Fl. Shawn Rossbach owns a home inspection company company in Miami Fl.  Rob Lemoine owns a home inspection company in Atlanta Ga.  The MC is Preston Sandlin of Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 143 Inspector Pro Insurance Stephanie Jaynes

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Stephanie Jaynes InspectorPro Insurance
Stephanie Jaynes InspectorPro Insurance

In an industry inundated with meritless claims, it can be tough to make it as a home inspector. Even if you do nothing wrong, you can end up being blamed, leaving you frustrated or, worse, out of business.

InspectorPro Insurance aims to change that culture.

InspectorPro Insurance is one of the leading home inspection insurance providers in the nation. With a reputation built on superior claims handling and quality customer service, InspectorPro gives its clients peace of mind. Its risk management education works to decrease how often claims arise. And when claims do occur, its errors and omissions and general liability insurance policies are built to serve your unique business needs.

In this episode, I talk to Stephanie Jaynes, InspectorPro’s Content Marketing Manager. We talk frankly about the most common claims in the home inspection industry and how home inspectors can mitigate their risk with tools like pre-claims assistance, solid report and contract writing, and E&O and general liability insurance.

During the interview, Stephanie referred to a lot of resources available to home inspectors, even if they aren’t insured with InspectorPro. Here are the ones she mentioned in the order she mentioned them:

·         InspectorPro Insurance website

·         Avoiding the Top 12 Claims Against Home Inspectors

·         Top 5 Claims Against Home Inspectors

o   Claim 1: Water Damage

o   Claim 2: Roof Damage

o   Claim 3: Foundation – Will be published on 11/1/2018

o   Claim 4: Mold

o   Claim 5: Plumbing – Will be published on 1/1/2019

·         How to write a report that clients understand

·         3 Ways Your Deductible Determines What You Spend and When

·         4 Ways to (Re)Choose Your Insurance Limits

·         Pre-claims assistance: How your insurance can help you avoid a claim

·         Funny Home Inspection Story Contest: Top 10

o   All Joking Aside: Our Contest Recap – See which of the 10 won

Like what InspectorPro is doing? Want to support their efforts or stay up-to-date with content? You can do so in the following ways:

·         Apply for a no-obligation insurance quote

·         Subscribe to their newsletter

·         Like them on Facebook

·         Follow them on Twitter

·         Follow them on LinkedIn

·         Follow them on Google+

·         Read their blog

Still have questions for InspectorPro? You can reach their team at 866-916-9420 or weprotect@inspectorproinsurance.com. You can also email Stephanie directly atsjaynes@citadelus.com.

Stephanie Jaynes was interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector.

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 142 Matt Smith

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Matt Smith
Matt Smith

Since 2008, Ace Home Inspections has been providing the upstate New York area with reliable and professional inspection services for homes and businesses.

As licensed members of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), you can count on us to make sure everything in your home is up to code.

The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), founded in 1976, is North America’s oldest and most respected professional society of home inspectors. ASHI’s goals have always been to build customer awareness of the importance of a quality home inspection and enhance the professionalism of home inspectors. To learn more about the national standards for home inspection, visit www.ashi.org today.

Call our experienced owner and operator, Matthew Smith, at any time 24 hours a day and we will provide you with the services that you need to make sure your home is safe.

Matt Smith is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 141 Blake Spann

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Blake Spann
Blake Spann

My name is Blake T. Spann I am the owner of INSPEKT and licensed Home Inspector in the state of Indiana. Many home inspectors often state their experience in this trade by years. You will often see inspectors who have been in construction for 20+ years or have been a home inspector for 10+ years. While all of this is very good experience, I like to state my experienced not necessarily on years of experience, but how many home inspections I have performed. Since 2008 I have completed 3000+ home inspections. These homes included everything from small Condo’s to $30 Million dollar beach front estates in southwest Florida. No matter what the value of the home is however, I treat all inspections the same. My goal is to educate you on your home’s condition so you can make a confident decision about your purchase.

INSPEKT COLUMBUS INDIANA

 

  • AHIT Graduate (American Home Inspector Training Institute)
  • InterNACHI Certified (NACHI11080105)
  • NRPP Certified (National Radon Proficiency Program 107588RT)
  • IAC2 Certified (International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants)
  • EPA Certified (82FE5430393192990)
  • Indiana Licensed Home Inspector (HI01400050)
  • Indiana Licensed Radon Measurement Provider (RTP00700)

I will put my experience and training to work when you hire INSPEKT for your home inspection and/or environmental testing in Greenwood, Columbus, Indianapolis, Bloomington, Whiteland or Franklin. I am so confident that you will be satisfied with my work that I offer a 200% guarantee, which means I will not only refund your money but also pay for another home
inspection!

Blake Spann is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 140 Kyle Brose

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The team at Allegiance Home Inspection makes it their goal to serve each client with integrity and thoughtfulness. We treat you like family. Our inspectors are trained to have a charge-neutral approach when discussing findings with clients: not making small things scary and intimidating but also, not neglecting the important things.

Throughout the years, we have grown a passion for quality building practices as well as ensuring that our clients walk away with a valuable newfound knowledge of the details of their homes. We make it our goal to serve you well and to know that we have helped you make an informed decision while purchasing or selling a home.

All Allegiance inspectors are licensed with the State of Washington as Home Inspectors as well as a Structural Pest Inspectors among a variety of other home inspection certifications and qualifications.

Thank you for considering us at Allegiance Home Inspection to be your front line in protecting your family’s biggest investment

Kyle Brose is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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The Successful Home Inspector Podcast Episode 139 Reuben Saltzman

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Rueben Saltzman
Rueben Saltzman

Reuben is a second-generation home inspector with a passion for his work. He grew up remodeling homes and learning about carpentry since he was old enough to hold a hammer. Reuben has worked for Structure Tech since it was purchased in 1997 and is now the owner and President of the company.

Reuben grew up thinking he was going to be a school teacher because he enjoyed teaching others so much. In a sense, that’s a lot of what home inspections are about, so Reuben truly does what he loves. Reuben teaches continuing education classes to real estate agents throughout the Twin Cities, and rarely does home inspections alone anymore; almost every home inspection is conducted with an apprentice home inspector by his side.

Reuben has an A.A. degree in liberal arts and has attended most of the Building Inspection Technology classes at North Hennepin Community College.

Reuben and his wife are the proud parents of two young children, Cy Alexander and Lucy Nicole. With two young children, Reuben doesn’t have much free time but he still tries to play disc golf as often as possible during the summer.

Reuben is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector.