The housing market might be tight, but that doesn’t mean your inspection business has to be. With fewer homes for sale, competition among inspectors is fiercer – but that just means it’s time to step up, stand out, and maximize every opportunity.

Diversify like a pro

Fewer homes means pickier buyers. And if they’re being extra cautious, why not give them more ways to say “yes” to you? Expanding your services beyond standard home inspections can increase your earnings per job and create repeat business. Consider adding:

• Pre-listing inspections – Help sellers catch potential issues early so they’re not blindsided during negotiations
• Radon testing – Many buyers want peace of mind about air quality
• Mold inspections – A must-have for buyers worried about hidden damage
• Sewer scope inspections – No one likes surprise plumbing disasters
• Energy audits – Buyers love homes that are energy-efficient (and won’t rack up sky-high utility bills)
• Warranty plans – Offering a warranty plan can give buyers and agents extra confidence in your inspection and set you apart from the crowd

Worried about learning the ropes? Organizations like InterNACHI offer training and certifications so you can confidently add these services to your lineup. And with Palmtech’s customizable report templates, it’s easy to integrate new services without overcomplicating your workflow.

Market like you mean it

In a market where every deal counts, you need to make sure agents and clients know you’re the best option. Check out a few ways to get in front of them:

• Get social – Show off your expertise with videos and posts on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Build agent relationships – The more agents know and trust you, the more referrals you get. Stay in touch and make their lives easier with fast turnaround times and clear reports
• Leverage your reports – Palmtech’s interactive, professional-looking reports can showcase your work and make agents’ jobs easier – making them more likely to recommend you again

Make every inspection matter

The best way to keep business steady? Deliver an experience that sticks with agents clients. That means:

• Creating detailed, professional reports with clear findings and next steps
• Offering quick turnout times so deals don’t stall
• Using high-quality visuals – photos, videos, and annotations – to give buyers and agents a full picture of a home’s condition (Palmtech’s Report Media Library makes this easy)

Thriving in any market

A low-inventory market doesn’t mean a low-opportunity market. It just means new and solo inspectors have to be smart – offering more, marketing better, and making a lasting impression with every inspection.

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