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SEO Checklist for Home Inspectors in 2024
As a home inspector, staying on top of the digital landscape is crucial. One of the best places to start? Your online presence, and specifically, your website and SEO (Search..
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Email Marketing Tips for Home Inspectors
It's no secret: everyone kind of hates getting mass emails.
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Home Inspectors Share Their Craziest Inspection Finds
Home inspectors truly see it all; from skate ramps in converted barns to bamboo growing inside fully finished walls, home inspectors are constantly discovering interesting (and..
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The Home Inspection Industry in 2023
Industry Snapshot Quick Facts In 2023, the average cost of a home inspection was $462 The Northeast had the most expensive inspections at $547 The South had the most affordable..
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10 Best Gifts for Home Inspectors in 2023
Are you on the hunt for the perfect gift for the home inspector in your life? Whether they're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the industry, we have 10 tools and gadgets..
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Should home inspectors market directly to buyers?
As a home inspector, you're likely used to marketing directly to realtors. But do you market your business directly to homebuyers as well?
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How to Prepare for the National Home Inspector Exam
If you're thinking about becoming a home inspector, you've likely heard of the National Home Inspector Exam. In some states, passing the NHIE is required to become a home..
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What to Expect as a New Home Inspector
We won't sugarcoat it: your first year in the home inspection business will likely be challenging.
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What is an electrical inspection?
What is an electrical inspection, and why do homeowners and building owners need one?