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Pillar To Post Newsletter, Vol. 25, No. 2

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VOLUME 25, NO. 2

HEALTHY HOME

Spring
Maintenance
Checklist


As the seasons change, it’s important to give your home the care it needs after the winter season. A well-maintained home not only looks great but also helps prevent costly repairs down the line. Follow this essential spring maintenance checklist to keep your property in its best condition.

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  • 1. Clear Gutters and Downspouts
    Clean out gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage after the winter build up.
  • 2. Inspect Walkways and Patios
    Check for cracks, loose bricks, or damaged pavers. Address these issues early to prevent costly repairs later.
  • 3. Assess Trees and Landscaping
    Look for damaged limbs and branches that could become a risk to your home or property.
  • 4. Check Exterior Siding and Paint
    Repair and repaint siding, stucco or wood to protect your home from moisture and prolong its lifespan.
  • 5. Inspect Windows and Doors
    Check the caulking around windows and doors for gaps or deterioration. Recaulking helps improve energy efficiency.
  • 6. Repair and Clean Window Screens
    Fix any tears or holes in your window screens, and give them a thorough cleaning before reinstalling.

By following these simple maintenance steps, you can keep your home safe, comfortable, and looking its best all season long. A little effort now goes a long way in protecting your investment for years to come!

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Pillar To Post HomePage is Here

Pillar To Post HomePage allows you and your clients to access your individual, personalized dashboards, featuring all elements of the home inspection in one place. This exciting new feature was developed with your needs in mind: Ease of access, timeliness, accuracy and convenience. No more searching emails or documents looking for that report – it’s all housed on your Pillar To Post HomePage.

For you:

  • Access all of your Pillar To Post inspections from your personal dashboard
  • Receive updates in real time when a report is added or updated
  • Book an inspection with Pillar To Post right from your dashboard
  • 100% compatible on any device
  • Easy, secure access anytime, anywhere
  • Clients can easily refer or reuse you down the road – your contact information is highlighted on their dashboard
A laptop and smart phone with the new Pillar To Post home page showing on each screen

For your client:

  • All elements of the Ultimate Home inspection on one page including PTP360 (a 360° visual inspection summary), PTPFloorPlan* (a measured floor plan of the home), and more, will be delivered on their own personal Pillar To Post HomePage dashboard
  • All-digital report is produced on-site with options to download, print or share
  • All key information about their home is all in one place
  • An ongoing resource with access to PTPConnects, our free moving concierge, and PTPHomeManual* (access to appliance user manuals and recall checks)
  • Easy navigation for a seamless, enjoyable user experience on any device

* PTPFloorPlan and PTPHomeManual are available with Premium and Prestige packages.

HOME SENSE

Steps to Improve Indoor Air Quality


The air inside your home plays a crucial role in your overall health. Over time, pollutants, allergens, and irritants can build up, leading to potential health concerns. With a few simple changes, you can enhance indoor air quality and create a healthier living space.

1. Manage Moisture Levels
Excess humidity fosters mold and dust mites, two common indoor air pollutants. Aim to keep indoor relative humidity below 50% to minimize their growth. Use exhaust fans in moisture-prone areas like the kitchen and bathrooms, ensure your dryer vents outside, and fix any leaks or condensation issues. A dehumidifier is particularly useful for high-humidity spaces such as basements.

2. Keep Dust Under Control
Dust is a magnet for allergens such as pollen, mold spores, lint, and pet dander. While eliminating dust entirely is impossible, you can significantly reduce its presence. Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to trap fine particles and clean or replace furnace filters regularly. Investing in high-quality air filters can improve air circulation in your home.

3. Embrace Fresh Air
One of the easiest ways to improve air quality is to let in fresh air. When weather permits, open windows and doors to increase ventilation and reduce indoor air stagnation. This natural airflow helps flush out pollutants and revitalize your home’s atmosphere.

4. Opt for Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Many conventional cleaning products contain chemicals that release harmful fumes into the air. Choose environmentally friendly cleaners that are free from harsh toxins. Additionally, properly dispose of old paint, pesticides, and solvents to prevent them from emitting dangerous fumes into your home. Check local guidelines for safe disposal methods.

Small changes can lead to big benefits when it comes to the air you breathe!

Market Ready Home Inspections

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NEWS YOU CAN USE

SPOTLIGHT:

Market Ready Home Inspections

Let Us Help You Get More Listings

A Market Ready (pre-listing) inspection by Pillar To Post Home Inspectors can help you give your listings a real advantage and close the deal with less headaches.

Why have a Market Ready Inspection?

  • Homes with a Market Ready inspection sell for more
  • Gives sellers the opportunity to address any issues found
  • List the home with confidence in its condition
  • Full-transparency, which means less negotiating back and forth
  • Gain seller confidence that they’re getting the best price
  • Get to closing faster

What do we provide?

  • A selection of multiple services (in addition to an impartial inspection report):
    • PTPFloorPlan – A measured floor plan of the entire home
    • PTPEstimates – Cost estimates for items in the inspection report
    • Virtual Open House – An interactive 360° tour of the home
    • PTPHomeManual – A digital owner’s manual for all appliances in the deal, with recall checks and more
    • Home Highlights sheet for potential buyers

Whether you need a Market Ready inspection, buyer’s inspection or any of our added inspection services, Pillar To Post is ready for you and your clients!


SAVING YOU TIME WITH HOMEPAGE


Say goodbye to printed reports and hello to a new way to receive your home inspection report with Pillar To Post HomePage – personal inspection dashboards for you and your clients.

  • Access all of your Pillar To Post inspections in one place
  • Keep the transaction moving with notifications when new reports are added
  • Easy access anywhere, anytime
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How Long Will Your House Last?

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HERE FOR YOU AND YOUR CLIENTS

  • Choice of Home Inspection Packages
  • Added inspection services available
  • Easy scheduling – call us or book online
  • Buyer, seller, and post-sale inspections available
  • E&O insured for your peace of mind
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Pillar To Post HomePage

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NEWS YOU CAN USE

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SPOTLIGHT:

Pillar To Post HomePage

Everything You Need, All In One Place

Pillar To Post HomePage brings a revolutionary new dimension to the home inspection report for both you and your clients. 

  • Access your own personal user-friendly dashboard, developed with your needs in mind: Ease of access, timeliness, accuracy and convenience
  • All of your Pillar To Post home inspections are now located in one place
  • No more searching emails or documents looking for that report – it’s all housed on your Pillar To Post HomePage
  • Easy, secure access anytime, anywhere
  • Your clients will also have their own Pillar To Post HomePage dashboard, where they can access all components and features of their home inspection and much more

We look forward to sharing HomePage with you for your next inspection!


ONLINE BOOKING IS HERE!


Enjoy fast, convenient scheduling with Online Booking. Just a few clicks and you’re all set!

  • 24/7 Accessibility: Schedule at your convenience
  • Real-Time Availability: View our schedule and select your time
  • Full Mobile Compatibility: Easily book from your phone
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PTP360: View inspection details like never before!

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MORE FOR YOU AND YOUR CLIENTS

  • Personal PTPHomePage dashboards
  • Reports produced on-site
  • Choice of Home Inspection Packages
  • Added inspection services available
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Pillar To Post Newsletter, Vol. 25, No. 1

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VOLUME 25, NO. 1

HEALTHY HOME

For Peace Of Mind,
Test For Radon


Colorless and odorless, naturally occurring radon gas seeps into homes from underground. Exposure to dangerous levels of radon can put the health of your clients and their families at risk. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Any home can have a radon problem – old or new, drafty or snug, with or without a basement
  • An estimated 1 in 15 homes in the US and Canada has an elevated level of radon
  • Radon is the #2 cause of lung cancer after smoking
  • Illness from radon exposure is preventable if measures are taken to reduce high levels in the home
  • Radon can and does occur everywhere and levels can vary from home to home, even within the same neighborhood
  • Radon can cause cancers in household pets, too
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Home inspector setting up a Radon test

The only way to know if a home has excessive levels of radon is by testing. Your Pillar To Post Home Inspector conducts radon testing using continuous monitoring technology, then reports on results and recommends steps to reduce excessive radon levels if found.

Be sure to request radon testing when you book your Pillar to Post home inspections!

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Pillar To Post HomePage is Here

Pillar To Post HomePage allows you and your clients to access your individual, personalized dashboards, featuring all elements of the home inspection in one place. This exciting new feature was developed with your needs in mind: Ease of access, timeliness, accuracy and convenience. No more searching emails or documents looking for that report – it’s all housed on your Pillar To Post HomePage.

For you:

  • Access all of your Pillar To Post inspections from your personal dashboard
  • Receive updates in real time when a report is added or updated
  • Book an inspection with Pillar To Post right from your dashboard

For your client:

  • All elements of the Ultimate Home inspection on one page including PTP360 (a 360° visual inspection summary), PTPFloorPlan* (a measured floor plan of the home), and more, will be delivered on their own personal Pillar To Post HomePage dashboard
  • All-digital report is produced on-site with options to download, print or share
  • All key information about their home is all in one place
  • 100% compatible on any device
  • Easy, secure access anytime, anywhere
  • Clients can easily refer or reuse you down the road – your contact information is highlighted on their dashboard
A laptop and smart phone with the new Pillar To Post home page showing on each screen
  • Easy navigation for a seamless, enjoyable user experience on any device
  • An ongoing resource with access to PTPConnects, our free moving concierge, and PTPHomeManual* (access to appliance user manuals and recall checks)

Start using this new feature with your next inspection!

* PTPFloorPlan and PTPHomeManual are available with Premium and Prestige packages.

New for you

Online Booking
Now Available!


Save time by booking your Pillar To Post inspections online! It’s fast, easy and convenient.

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  • 24/7 Accessibility: Schedule at your convenience
  • Real-Time Availability: View our schedule and select your time
  • Full Mobile Compatibility: Easily book from your phone
  • Automatic Notifications: Receive email and text confirmations after booking
  • Flexibility: Either you or your client can easily book the inspection

Experience all of these advantages every time you book online.

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How Pillar
To Post Can
HELP
YOU

Make More Money

  • Homes with a pre-listing inspection sell for more
  • Buyer confidence = better offers

Save Time

  • PTP Virtual Open House and PTP360
  • Fewer in-person visits to the home

Get to Closings Faster

  • PTPEstimates for repairs
  • Less negotiating
  • No surprises

Be a Hero

  • Expand the value of your services
  • Deepen your engagement with clients

Take advantage of our exciting new tools! Learn more about how Pillar To Post can help you expand your offerings and deliver even more value for your clients.