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Pillar To Post Newsletter, Vol. 25, No. 5

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NEWS AND INFORMATION

VOLUME 25, NO. 5

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Help Protect Yourself This Month and Every Month

September is Realtor Safety Month. Your personal safety is of utmost importance to all of us at Pillar To Post. Now is a great time to educate yourself and your clients on ways to protect and empower yourselves when showing and viewing a property. Prioritize safety by taking proactive measures with safety protocols and tools for you and your clients. Pillar to Post Home Inspectors provides streamlined services and support to help you and your clients.


Gloved hand removes leaves from a backed up gutter system

5 Fall Maintenance Essentials

Cooler weather is around the corner! With these fall maintenance basics completed, your clients will enjoy the comforts of home all season long and protect their investment, too.

  1. Clear gutters of leaves, sticks, and other debris.
  2. Caulk around exterior door and window frames for a tight seal.
  3. Use binoculars to check the roof for missing or damaged shingles.
  4. Have the furnace inspected to ensure that it's safe and in good working order.
  5. For safety, have the fireplace and chimney professionally cleaned before use this season.

The Ultimate Home Inspection

Book home inspections anytime, anywhere with Pillar To Post's Online Booking system — designed for speed, ease, and convenience. Our Online Booking system is all about giving you more control and confidence!

Technology coupled with deep knowledge allows us to provide an exceptional home inspection with unique and innovative features, all delivered within a seamless brand experience. This experience, and the people who deliver it, has made Pillar To Post North America's largest home inspection company.

Get to know the Pillar To Post Ultimate Home Inspection, which includes:

PTP360

An interactive 360° visual inspection summary

  • Brings the inspection report to life
  • Includes every room and the exterior
  • Access any time from your devices

PTPEstimates

Powered by BOSSCAT

Cost estimate for inspection summary items

  • Learn what recommended repairs will cost
  • Estimate based on local costs
  • Request your estimate with just a click

PTPFloorPlan

A measured floor plan of the entire home

  • Use to determine furniture fit and placement
  • Share dimensions with contractors for estimating

PTPHomeManual

The digital owner's manual for your home

  • Download user manuals/warranty information
  • Find safety recalls on your appliances
  • Learn age and useful remaining life of systems
Man and woman sit on a couch reviewing their PTPHomeManual on a couch.

Help Protect Yourself This Month and Every Month

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Help protect yourself this month and every month

Couple sits on a couch with a tablet and reviews their PTPHomeManual

The Ultimate Home Inspection

Get to know the Pillar To Post Ultimate Home Inspection, which includes:

PTP360

An interactive 360° visual inspection summary

  • Brings the inspection report to life
  • Includes every room and the exterior
  • Access any time from your devices

PTPEstimates

Powered by BOSSCAT

  • Cost estimate for inspection summary items
  • Learn what recommended repairs will cost
  • Estimate based on local costs
  • Request your estimate with just a click

PTPFloorPlan

A measured floor plan of the entire home

  • Use to determine furniture fit and placement
  • Share dimensions with contractors for estimating

PTPHomeManual

The digital owner’s manual for your home

  • Download user manuals/warranty information
  • Find safety recalls on your appliances
  • Learn age and useful remaining life of systems

Online Booking

User accesses Pillar To Posts's Online Booking system using a laptop.

Book home inspections anytime, anywhere with Pillar To Post’s Online Booking system – designed for speed, ease, and convenience. Our Online Booking system is all about giving you more control and confidence!

Key Benefits of Online Booking:

  • 24/7 Convenience: Instantly book and confirm inspections from desktop or mobile – no waiting, no requests.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Choose from available dates and times that work for you.
  • Real-Time Confirmations: Receive text and email confirmations for peace of mind.
  • Secure Payments: Pay online through trusted partners at the time of booking.
  • Property Info: Share home details upfront to ensure a smooth inspection.
  • Customize Services: Select add-on services or book them individually.

Pillar To Post Connects

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Pillar To Post Connects helps homeowners by streamlining the process of setting up utility services, FREE of charge.

Your clients can enjoy complimentary setup for essential utilities, along with comparisons for internet, television, phone, and security services at no cost.

Call our experts at 855-303-1573 (US Only)

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Help Your Clients Get Their Home Ready For Fall

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Help Your Clients Get Their Home Ready For Fall

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PTPEstimates

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After a home inspection, you will inevitably hear, “how much will those fixes cost?” from your client. With PTPEstimates, the answer is just a click away. PTPEstimates is one of 4 innovative features of The Ultimate Home Inspection including PTP360, PTPFloorPlan and PTPHomeManual.

How it works:

User accesses Pillar To Posts's Online Booking system using a laptop.

Online Booking

Book home inspections anytime, anywhere with Pillar To Post's Online Booking system — designed for speed, ease, and convenience. Our Online Booking system is all about giving you more control and confidence!

Key Benefits of Online Booking:

Laptop showing the Pillar to Post Online booking system
Couple sits on a couch with a tablet and reviews their PTPHomeManual

PTPHomeManual

PTPHomeManual is easy-to-use and accessible through Pillar To Post HomePage. PTPHomeManual puts information about appliances, systems, maintenance and more at a homeowner's fingertips. It's a convenient way for homeowners to keep track of their home and protect their investment.

Contact us to learn more or to book an inspection!

Pillar To Post Newsletter, Vol. 25, No. 4

Future home owners and realtor listen to the professional Home Inspector's report.
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NEWS AND INFORMATION

VOLUME 25, NO. 4

Future home owners and realtor listen to the professional Home Inspector's report.

Home Inspection Myths

Think you know home inspections?

These common myths still persist - let's set the record straight.

Myth: A home will pass or fail an inspection.

FALSE! Inspections don't give grades or scores. They offer an unbiased evaluation and highlight issues in a report.

Myth: A pre-listing inspection causes problems.

NOT AT ALL! A Market Ready Inspection helps sellers fix issues early and avoid surprises, leading to faster, more profitable closings.

Myth: New homes don't need inspections - they have warranties.

NOT SO FAST! Problems often arise in the first year. An inspection helps catch them early while the builder's warranty still covers repairs.

Myth: Buyers don't need to attend the inspection.

NOT REALLY! The report is vital, but attending gives buyers the chance to ask questions and learn more about the home first-hand.


Inspector uses a Sewer Scope at a pipe access to assess the health of a sewer pipe.

Service Highlight: Sewer Scoping

Why Get a Sewer Scope?

Sewer lines aren't always top of mind for homebuyers, but they should be. Depending on the home's age and the sewer line material, issues can arise. The lateral (pipe from the home to the public sewer) is the homeowner's responsibility.

Main concerns:

  • Roots, cracks, or collapses can block the pipe, causing sewage backups.
  • Severe damage may require full replacement—a costly fix.

A sewer scope can reveal hidden problems. Catching issues early could mean a $1,000 repair instead of a $10,000 replacement.

Sewer scoping can be done with the home inspection or separately. Knowing the sewer's condition helps clients plan next steps wisely


Pillar To Post Connects

Pillar To Post Connects helps homeowners by streamlining the process of setting up utility services, FREE of charge.


The Ultimate Home Inspection

Book home inspections anytime, anywhere with Pillar To Post's Online Booking system — designed for speed, ease, and convenience. Our Online Booking system is all about giving you more control and confidence!

Technology coupled with deep knowledge allows us to provide an exceptional home inspection with unique and innovative features, all delivered within a seamless brand experience. This experience, and the people who deliver it, has made Pillar To Post North America's largest home inspection company.

Get to know the Pillar To Post Ultimate Home Inspection, which includes:

PTP360

An interactive 360° visual inspection summary

  • Brings the inspection report to life
  • Includes every room and the exterior
  • Access any time from your devices

PTPEstimates

Powered by BOSSCAT

  • Cost estimate for inspection summary items
  • Learn what recommended repairs will cost
  • Estimate based on local costs
  • Request your estimate with just a click

PTPFloorPlan

A measured floor plan of the entire home

  • Use to determine furniture fit and placement
  • Share dimensions with contractors for estimating

PTPHomeManual

The digital owner's manual for your home

  • Download user manuals/warranty information
  • Find safety recalls on your appliances
  • Learn age and useful remaining life of systems
A couple reviews The Ultimate Home Inspection report from Pillar to Post together while sitting on a couch in their new home.