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By Keith Perry

Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker

September 25, 2007 01:16 PM

I met an inspector that made me realize why I love my job. Not one of my usual inspectors was available to do the job so I asked for a referral from my broker. Not knowing him at all made me worried because my client is a first time homeowner and wanted to be there for the inspection. I made sure to be there knowing I must resell this home every day till it closes. This inspector was very thorough and took time to explain all the mechanical features of the home in detail along with lots of smiles to put the client at ease. He printed out a report on the spot for the client, me and the builder. He also left a homeowner package with maintenance schedules and lots of great info. Both my client and I were impressed. He is now on at the top of my list for inspectors. My hats off to you for a job well done!!

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Melissa Grant

A Serendipity World - Greenbackville, VA

The Law of Attraction In Life & Business

This is a wondeful blog guys ! It just goes to show change is GOOD ! and my guess is that this inspector has his heart in his work and it showed !

Sep 26, 2007 12:29 AM

Jennifer Monroe

Indigo Home Team powered by Compass - Charlotte, NC

Real Estate REALTOR®/Broker/Designer

I think you should send a note to this inspector saying essentially the same things you said here. I'm betting he'd really appreciate it. I have my go-to team, but my clients ultimately make the decisions on these things. I have to provide a short list, not just one name. And they often bring their own - which is how I've made some wonderful discoveries.

Sep 26, 2007 03:17 AM

Keith Perry

Coldwell Banker - Hiram, GA

REALTOR - West Metro Atlanta

Thanks Melissa, change is good.

Hi Jennifer, yes we always provide three :) and not only did I send him a note but a Starbucks card too.

Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Sep 26, 2007 08:01 AM

M. Suzi Woods (Gravenstuk)

NOW Sharing the life and spice of the GC one day at a time - Grand Canyon, AZ

Suzi Woods, Prior Independent REBroker in MS

I will work with any Inspector, of course. I appreciate my most regularly used Inspector who is with HouseMaster. Bill is very serious about each item to be inspected and explains in as much detail as the client needs. He is also available to clients after closing for consulting. HM guarantees their inspections and indemnifies re agents. Harmony is good. Charging towards the finish line (Client Care) with professionals you trust is critical.

Yet, I agree with you as well, Jennifer. I have met some fine professionals through clients that I would not have otherwise met.

Oct 07, 2007 08:39 PM

Mike and Dawn Lewis

The Lewis Team at Keller Williams - San Diego, CA

The Lewis Team at Keller Williams in San Diego CA

Good post. I have met many home inspectors. I let my clients pick them so that I am not to blame in any way for any unseen items or problems missed on an inspection report. Because I don't use the same inspector or group of inspectors I have met many. Some are good and some are better. It's good when you know your client has picked a better one.

Mike Lewis

Oct 10, 2007 04:54 PM

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