A-Pro - Home Inspection Information for Realtors

A Certified A-Pro Home Inspection Protects Everyone Involved in the Sale of a Home!

Need a Good Reason to Recommend a Home Inspection?

A-Pro has thousands of them!

A-Pro Home Inspection Services can save you: time, money, and your most valuable asset- your reputation!

Recently, a real estate agent was found liable for $197,000 in damages when a driveway of a house he sold collapsed. It was discovered the house had been built on a landfill. The real estate agent had not recommended a professional home inspection -- a step that could have eliminated hardship for all parties. Worse yet, the result for the real estate agent was something far more irreparable than damaged concrete:…a damaged reputation.

The above is by no means an isolated incident. Many real estate agents take a similar unnecessary risk every day by skipping what has become an essential -- and often legally required -- part of the home-buying, home-selling process.

Protect your reputation – insist on a home inspection performed by a certified professional.

At A-Pro Home Inspection Services, we understand that the threat of lawsuit is only one of many reasons to recommend a thorough home inspection. Home inspections can actually help you increase your business.

Some of this may be old news to you. If it is, we applaud your efforts to make home inspections a regular part of your customer service. But please read on to find out how you can help your business even more by choosing A-Pro home inspections…and save money with this letter.

We’re here to help you!

A-Pro knows that some real estate agents may perceive the home inspection as a "deal killer." Perhaps you have had a bad experience with a home inspector who may not have been prompt, professional, accurate, and, above all, fair in his reporting. Maybe the inspector was not available at a time convenient for you and your client, delaying a time-sensitive deal.

This is unfortunate. But as we say at A-Pro, not all home inspectors are the same. Your home inspector should deliver a report the next day. The report should be easy to read and understand, and accurately report on ALL aspects of the home. It takes a skilled home inspector to put a home's attributes and problem areas in proper perspective. This balance should be reflected in the report.

Everybody Wins!

A fair and accurate report ultimately results in greater satisfaction for your clients. The seller feels better because he knows all potential problems have been disclosed and positive aspects of the house have been duly noted. The buyer can make their decision with greater confidence. And the real estate agent knows he or she has done everything in their power to make the property transaction a success.

As you know, a satisfied client will use you again and again over the course of your career. Recommending a home inspection is one way to lay the foundation for a lasting relationship…and generate repeat business for years to come.

"If We Don't Report It, We Repair It"™

A-Pro provides unique guarantees such as our "If We Don't Report It, We Repair It" Policy. Pre-existing problems not reported by A-Pro will be repaired at A-Pro's expense. *

Why have such a policy? To earn your trust. While errors don't occur often, this repair policy is further evidence of our commitment to our customers…and it shows your commitment to your client's satisfaction.

As a certified member of (ISHI) International Society of Home Inspectors all ISHI inspectors must carry professional liability insurance coverage and name real estate customers as additional insured's to the policy. You and your client therefore benefit from FREE E & O coverage on A-Pro's policy (up to $250,000); a free computer-foundation level survey (which you can promote to your client (a $125 value); and a higher quality of inspection guaranteed for up to 15 months of home warranty coverage.

Finally, A-Pro offers, absolutely FREE, warranty coverage with every inspection. Buyers receive a free 90-day structural, mechanical, and roof coverage that can be extended (in most states) and renewed annually for a reasonable fee without re-inspections. A-Pro warranties come with no pre-existing condition clauses and buyers can choose their own repair person's.

Sellers receive a 120-day mechanical, structural and roof warranty at no additional charge with every inspection. Imagine being able to tell prospective buyers viewing the home that the property has undergone a complete, 500-point inspection from a state-certified inspector. We call it our "CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED HOME" program…and it works! Houses that have undergone a pre-inspection close 50% faster than those that have not.

For Buyers

90-Day Warranty/Guarantee included with all inspections.
Digital level survey included with all inspections. This brings confidence and piece of mind to your buyers that they are buying a structurally sound home. NOTE: If this is a concern for you please feel free to discuss this with us as there are alternatives.
We use the ISHI (International Society of Home Inspectors)standards- a 500-Point inspection. We check ALL outlets, windows and doors and not just a “representative” sampling.
We point out the positive attributes of the home as well as those items that need to be monitored or improved for a nice well rounded picture of the home at the time of the inspection.
We guarantee a 24-Hour turn around time for the electronic copy of the report. This is important because we know that you usually have a 10-Day window within which to work.
A beautifully bound hardbound copy to follow which includes an extensive “Home Maintenance Guide” and a copy of the Warranty. Usually within 3 days.
Our personal guarantee of customer satisfaction with our services.

For Sellers

As you well know, we’ve moved into a buyers market and sellers really need to market their homes. Our “Certified Pre-Owned” home inspections can help do just that!

All of the above are included except, sellers have a 120-Day Warranty/Guarantee.
Eye catching sign in the yard to attract attention stating that this home is a “Certified Pre-Owned Home” with a Warranty.
A minimal cost of $250-$300 for the average size home which could potentially save thousands in potential re-negotiations.

Gold Level Service for Sellers

We are proud to introduce an exciting new level of service. This service will help sellers market their home by listing it as a “Certified Pre-Owned Home”. In addition, this will help realtors by adding another level of marketing to their listings. As we all know, visibility is the name of the game.

All of the above are included and in addition:
If any repairs are necessary, we perform a re-inspection and a modified report at no additional charge once repairs have been made.
The hardbound copy with ten additional softbound copies for those buyers who are serious about purchasing their home. The hardbound and softbound copies are produced once the re-inspection, if any, is performed.
A curb appeal checklist.
A "Certified Pre-Owned Home" Certificate.
Report and marketing letter emailed to ALL southwestern Missouri realtors (More than 1400 and growing) in our database that lets them know that this home is a “Certified Pre-Owned” home and is ready to move. Those in our database will find this appealing because it leaves less room for re-negotiations and busted deals due to unknown issues with the home.
A drawing once a quarter for all realtors using the gold level seller inspections. It will include a free standard home inspection that you can offer to your clients and a little something for yourself when your name is drawn.

We at A-Pro realize the struggles you face in the real estate industry and strive to make our reports a helpful tool during this process. We are here to help YOU! Thank you for taking the time to read this page and the opportunity to serve you. Look for future enhancements to our services as we strive to be on the cutting edge of the home inspection industry.

* Certain restrictions apply. Call A-PRO for details.

P.S. Don't forget that you can schedule an appointment online! Ask about our exclusive booklet: Ten Proven Real Estate Marketing Secrets. Some of those secrets will make you wonder: "Why aren’t we doing that now?

A-Pro gives you, your business, and your clients what everyone deserves:

Professionalism, Value, and Protection!

We look forward to serving YOU!

(417) 894-1782

apro@apro-mo.com