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 | HouseMasterHome Inspections. Done Right. Since 1979 |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$45,000Total Investment
$59,200 to $89,200Required Net Worth
$80,000Number of Units
369In Business Since
1971* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
There are many home inspection companies, but only one Master. Like any true master, we are constantly honing our craft. We are never satisfied with our level of knowledge, skill or market share. We are constantly looking for ways to do it better, smarter, faster.
Becoming a HouseMaster franchisee means you will be part of a team dedicated to an aggressive Master Plan with a focus on providing a consistent customer service experience, deploying actionable marketing plans, implementing emerging technologies, and assisting with franchise unit growth.
We will teach you how to get started - that's the easy part. As you and your business grow, we will look to you to help the HouseMaster brand move forward. If you are results oriented, and have a burning desire to join a top notch team, you may be our next rising star.
To help keep your focus on the plan, HouseMaster provides detailed business planning tools that allow you to budget your resources, ensure optimum performance, and carefully monitor your efforts. No other franchise company in the industry puts as much emphasis on these fundamental components of successful business operations as HouseMaster does.
Becoming a HouseMaster franchisee means you will be part of a team dedicated to an aggressive Master Plan with a focus on providing a consistent customer service experience, deploying actionable marketing plans, implementing emerging technologies, and assisting with franchise unit growth.
We will teach you how to get started - that's the easy part. As you and your business grow, we will look to you to help the HouseMaster brand move forward. If you are results oriented, and have a burning desire to join a top notch team, you may be our next rising star.
To help keep your focus on the plan, HouseMaster provides detailed business planning tools that allow you to budget your resources, ensure optimum performance, and carefully monitor your efforts. No other franchise company in the industry puts as much emphasis on these fundamental components of successful business operations as HouseMaster does.
Products & Services
If you're in the market to buy a home, HouseMaster can help provide truly objective insight into the condition of any property no matter what style with a professional home buyer inspection. As part of a home buyer inspection, you will receive the HouseMaster written inspection report. The HouseMaster Express Report is completed that the conclusion of the buyer inspection and can be uploaded to a secure site so it's easy for the home buyer to review and share with lawyers, or real estate sales professionals.
A standard HouseMaster home inspection includes an evaluation of all the major, accessible elements and systems of a home, including built-in major appliances and is performed according to industry standards. For a copy of the applicable standards in your area, ask your HouseMaster office. When calling your local HouseMaster home inspection office, ask what other services may be available. Your local HouseMaster office may also offer or arrange for additional services, such as septic and well evaluations, pool or lawn sprinkler inspections, radon testing, stucco evaluations, etc.
A standard HouseMaster home inspection includes an evaluation of all the major, accessible elements and systems of a home, including built-in major appliances and is performed according to industry standards. For a copy of the applicable standards in your area, ask your HouseMaster office. When calling your local HouseMaster home inspection office, ask what other services may be available. Your local HouseMaster office may also offer or arrange for additional services, such as septic and well evaluations, pool or lawn sprinkler inspections, radon testing, stucco evaluations, etc.
Training & Support
While all franchise companies provide some training, HouseMasters home inspection business training programs are truly in a class of their own. We believe education is critical to customer satisfaction, quality of life, and business growth. HouseMaster is dedicated to providing superior training in all aspects of business operations for all franchisees and their staffs. The Master Training Plan
Once all the franchise paperwork is finalized we get rolling! As part of your home inspection training, you will be given access to the HouseMaster InfoEx (our highly advanced intranet) where you will be introduced to Quick Start, an interactive to do list that helps step you through the process of setting up your business. You will also take our home inspection training primer on-line "Introduction to Home Inspections Training" even before you begin the formal classroom home inspection training.
The Learning Never Ends
To truly master the skills needed for success, your learning continues even after you leave your initial training. Each month you will have the opportunity to log on to a webinar or participate in a round table conference call with other HouseMaster franchisees to reinforce what you have learned and be introduced to new topics appropriate for your stage of development.
Training DVDs Reinforce Skills
The NIBI Inspection Training DVD introduced in 2006 is a one of a kind instructional DVD focusing on the overall inspection process and the very vital area of Defect Recognition. The DVD will help prospective inspectors understand the true responsibilities of a home inspector before investing in training. The DVD will also be an excellent refresher for existing staff.
DISTANCE LEARNING: NIBI University
NIBI is one of the only inspector training organizations to provide true interactive distance learning. NIBI Distance Learning is ideal for preliminary training or re-training or any time your inspector staff cannot take advantage of the classroom session. This exclusive training option gives you access to the same quality training wherever you have Internet access.
Why a Housemaster Franchise?
The good news is that home inspections are an established step in the real estate sales process. As home prices continue to climb, the demand for home inspections is strong but that wasn't always the case.
When HouseMaster first opened in March of 1979, the goal was to educate the real estate community and the public on why they needed a home inspection. Today, the goal is to educate everyone on why they need a HouseMaster home inspection! To do this you will need to promote what makes a HouseMaster inspection both different and better.
Today's home inspectors rarely have a solid program in place to differentiate themselves, which allows for opportunities even in areas where established inspectors are the norm. Here are just a few of the key benefits that help HouseMaster stand out from the crowd.
Limited Inspection Guarantee: Accuracy and accountability are the two things customers and real estate professionals are looking for in a home inspector. The Guarantee proves you offer both!
The HouseMaster Inspection Resource Guide: When you distribute this Guide to your customer at the onset of the inspection, you show your customer and anyone else along on the inspection that a HouseMaster Inspection is head and shoulders above the rest. Unlike other companies, the Guide is NOT an off-the-shelf repair book. The information that makes up this unique handout truly helps customers make the most of their inspection by:
NIBI Certified Inspectors: Increased home inspection licensing is creating new barriers to entry into the home inspection industry. That's good for HouseMaster franchisees! But you will still need to demonstrate that HouseMaster inspectors are a step above their licensed counterparts. One way to do that is to promote the fact that your inspectors are NIBI Certified, in addition to being licensed. NIBI Certification is the only certification program that requires annual re-testing. Who would you want inspecting your home; an inspector that was tested once many years ago, or an inspector that is licensed AND is provided with regular technical updates and support and that is annually tested?
When HouseMaster first opened in March of 1979, the goal was to educate the real estate community and the public on why they needed a home inspection. Today, the goal is to educate everyone on why they need a HouseMaster home inspection! To do this you will need to promote what makes a HouseMaster inspection both different and better.
Today's home inspectors rarely have a solid program in place to differentiate themselves, which allows for opportunities even in areas where established inspectors are the norm. Here are just a few of the key benefits that help HouseMaster stand out from the crowd.
Limited Inspection Guarantee: Accuracy and accountability are the two things customers and real estate professionals are looking for in a home inspector. The Guarantee proves you offer both!
The HouseMaster Inspection Resource Guide: When you distribute this Guide to your customer at the onset of the inspection, you show your customer and anyone else along on the inspection that a HouseMaster Inspection is head and shoulders above the rest. Unlike other companies, the Guide is NOT an off-the-shelf repair book. The information that makes up this unique handout truly helps customers make the most of their inspection by:
- Helping them understand the inspection process
- Making their final report more meaningful with the Repair Statistics Section
- Promoting home maintenance with the HouseMaster "Repairs You Can Do Yourself" DVD - included with every Guide.
NIBI Certified Inspectors: Increased home inspection licensing is creating new barriers to entry into the home inspection industry. That's good for HouseMaster franchisees! But you will still need to demonstrate that HouseMaster inspectors are a step above their licensed counterparts. One way to do that is to promote the fact that your inspectors are NIBI Certified, in addition to being licensed. NIBI Certification is the only certification program that requires annual re-testing. Who would you want inspecting your home; an inspector that was tested once many years ago, or an inspector that is licensed AND is provided with regular technical updates and support and that is annually tested?
Are You a Good Fit for a Housemaster Franchise?
A HouseMaster Franchise is one of the most affordable franchise opportunities. However, proper funding of initial start-up costs is essential to establish a solid business future. Undercapitalization is the number one cause for small business failure. It is very important to be certain that the necessary capital will be available to get your franchise off on the right track.
