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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
We’re excited to introduce Pillar To Post HomePage to you and we look forward to sharing it with you for your next inspection!
*PTPHomeManual and PTPFloorPlan are available with Premium and Prestige packages.
Seasonal Smarts
Before And After The Storm
No matter where you live, winter storms can wreak havoc on property. Taking action before and after storms can reduce the chances of serious damage to homes and lives.
Before the storm
Outdoor furniture, grills, toys, birdbaths and the like should be stored away. Secure and anchor large objects such as prefab sheds and play structures.
Trees can look like they’re in good shape, but may be diseased or have other problems that can cause them to fail unexpectedly. Trees stressed by drought or rooted in saturated soil can be more susceptible to problems when storms hit.
Local ordinances may require that trees be trimmed a minimum distance from driveways, structures and power lines. For safety’s sake, a qualified professional should perform this work.
Use binoculars to check your roof for missing or damaged shingles. Flying shingles can damage structures, while missing shingles can allow water to leak into the home. Any roofing repairs should be done by licensed professionals to ensure the work is done safely and correctly.
After the storm
Look for downed or sagging power lines and report them immediately to your utility company. Always assume a downed power line is live, and never approach or touch it.
Check around for fallen branches or other damage to trees and structures. This is also a good time to re-inspect the roof for storm damage; any repairs should be made as soon as possible to prevent further problems.
Note any areas where water may have infiltrated siding, the foundation, or windows and have repairs done before the next storm hits.
Here’s what homebuyers are saying about The Ultimate Home InspectionTM
85K +
and counting!
“Pillar To Post is the most thorough and engaging inspection experience we have had. The PTPFloorPlan will help us arrange our move in, and the appliance records in our PTPHomeManual will last us long after closing.”
“Very thorough inspection. Explained all findings. Really liked the thermal imaging, PTPFloorPlan and interactive Visual Summary. Would recommend to others looking to have a thorough inspection.”
“A very thorough inspection with photo sand explanations of each issue. The PTP360 video walk through is amazing! I love that we have everything we need to make improvements and keep accurate updates of our home moving forward. A+.”
“As a new homeowner, I now have confidence in my home and the information I need to keep it in great shape for the future. Our inspector was kind, professional, and explained everything to me in a way I could understand. He was patient and helpful with all my questions.”
“Pillar To Post was extremely thorough in their inspection and provided quality, easy-to-understand feedback, which I greatly appreciated as a first time home buyer. PTP360, the detailed PTPFloorPlan and list of repairs were extremely useful as we prepared to move in. I highly recommend using their services.”
“Our inspector was amazing. He was very thorough throughout the entire process and so communicative. The PTPFloorPlan and PTPHomeManual are useful and awesome!”
Experience the Pillar To Post Difference. Schedule a home inspection today!
Know who you’re dealing with. Meet a new client in the office first and take a photo of their I.D. and license plate. A criminal won’t be comfortable with this and may be thwarted.
Touch base. Always let someone know where you’re going and when you’ll return. Have them call you to check in.
Don’t get lost. Know the exact address of your destination. If you use a navigation app, pull over and stop in a safe place if you’ve made a wrong turn.
Sense your surroundings. Is there questionable activity in the area of a property you’re showing? Is anyone loitering or making you uncomfortable? Follow your instincts if you feel you should leave.
Don’t go it alone. Have an associate or other person host open houses with you.
Park for protection. At open houses or showings, park on the street instead of in the driveway so you can get away quickly if necessary.
Go on the defense. Learn some self-defense skills. Martial arts studios, many community colleges and police departments offer basic classes.
Choose flight over fight. While self-defense is a good idea, the primary goal in any threatening situation is to escape from immediate danger and call for help.
Be aware and be safe!
Source: NAR Realtor Safety Resource Kit.
Additional Resources
Your safety is of utmost importance to all of us at Pillar To Post. For more personal safety information, tools and resources please visit: nar.realtor/safety beverlycarterfoundation.org
FALL & WINTER MAINTENANCE
Tackle these tasks and make sure your home is in shape for the months ahead!
Check
the roof for missing or loose shingles with binoculars
Clear
leaves and other debris from gutters
Direct
water away from the foundation
Repair
damaged caulk and weatherstripping
Arrange
for fireplace inspection and cleaning
Replace
the furnace filter
SERVICE SPOTLIGHT
We're Here For You
Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is committed to helping you help your clients. Technology-led features including our Virtual Open House, PTP360 interactive inspection summary and measured PTPFloorPlan can help you increase your service offerings and deliver even more value for your clients.
Contact your local Pillar To Post home inspector to learn more.
The Ultimate Home InspectionTM
Pillar To Post Home Inspection Packages include even more exclusive and innovative features than ever. These new services deliver speed, ease and convenience, getting you to closings faster, saving you time, and delighting your clients.
Standard with every Home Inspection:
PTP360*
Interactive 360° Visual Inspection Summary
Brings the inspection report to life
Includes every room and the exterior
Accessible any time
Also included with Premium and Prestige Packages:
PTPFloorPlan
A measured floor plan of the entire home
Use to determine furniture fit and placement
Share dimensions with contractors for estimating
PTPEstimates
Powered by BOSSCAT
Cost estimate for Inspection Summary items
Learn what recommended repairs will cost
Estimate based on local costs
Request an estimate with just a click
PTPHomeManual
Powered by Centriq
The digital owner’s manual for the home
Download user manuals/warranty information
Find safety recalls on appliances
Indicates age and useful remaining life of systems
Experience it today!
*Where available Not all services are offered by every office. Each office is independently owned and operated.
Test your knowledge of home inspection misinformation – it’s more common than you would think! These myths and rumors continue to persist, so let’s set the record straight.
A home will either pass or fail a home inspection. FALSE! A home inspection is an unbiased evaluation of the home’s condition. The inspector will note issues that should be addressed and explain them in the inspection report. The home is not graded or scored in any way.
Getting a pre-listing inspection is just askingfor trouble. NOT AT ALL! A pre-listing inspection (or as we like to call it, a Market Ready Inspection) gives sellers the opportunity to make recommended repairs and prevents surprise condition issues from cropping up during the transaction. Homes with a Market Ready Inspection get to closing faster and sell for more!
Newly constructed homes don’t need an inspection – they usually have a builder’s warranty anyway. NOT SO FAST! It’s common for new homes to have problems come to light during the first year. An unbiased, professional home inspection enables owners to bring defects or faults to the builder’s attention while it’s under warranty, when problems will still be fixed at no cost.
The buyer doesn’t need to bother attending the home inspection – getting the report is enough. NOT REALLY! While the inspection report is the key component of a home inspection, accompanying the inspector is a great opportunity for buyers to ask questions along the way and learn first-hand about the home.
NEW FOR YOU
Utility Setup Made Easy
Setting up essentials like gas, electricity, water, internet and more can be a headache for your clients when they’ve already got a lot going on. Pillar To Post Connects eases the burden on both you and your clients by streamlining the process – free of charge.*
Confidential, no commitment required
Saves time and simplifies the process
This service is 100% free
Your clients will enjoy complimentary setup for essential utilities along with comparisons for internet, television, phone and security services. Whether it’s just utilities or specialty connections, our team is ready to assist.
Be sure to ask your inspector about Pillar To Post Connects!
*Pillar To Post Connects is not currently available in Massachusetts.
Internet Utilities Security Water Gas Cable ...and more!
SERVICE SPOTLIGHT
Why Get A Sewer Scope?
The sewer line isn’t aways on a homebuyer’s list of potential concerns. But it very well should be, depending on the age of the home and the material used to construct the sewer line (lateral). The lateral is the sewer piping that runs between the home and the public sewer line. Its maintenance and possible replacement are the responsibility of the homeowner.
The main concerns are:
The pipe may be blocked by roots or even collapsed, possibly causing sewage to back up into the house. Blockages, cracks and collapses can occur in multiple places along the pipe.
The pipe may be so badly damaged that the only solution is costly replacement.
A sewer scope inspection can reveal pipe damage, blockages and other problems. Detecting and addressing these issues can save money in the long run. A minor problem could cost $1000 to fix, while replacement of the lateral could run $10,000 or more.
Sewer scoping can be scheduled with the home inspection or as a stand-alone service. Being informed about the condition of their sewer lateral will help your clients assess next steps on maintaining this critical system.
The Ultimate Home InspectionTM
Pillar To Post Home Inspection Packages include even more exclusive and innovative features than ever. These new services deliver speed, ease and convenience, getting you to closings faster, saving you time, and delighting your clients.
Standard with every Home Inspection:
PTP360*
Interactive 360° Visual Inspection Summary
Brings the inspection report to life
Includes every room and the exterior
Accessible any time
Also included with Premium and Prestige Packages:
PTPFloorPlan
A measured floor plan of the entire home
Use to determine furniture fit and placement
Share dimensions with contractors for estimating
PTPEstimates
Powered by BOSSCAT
Cost estimate for Inspection Summary items
Learn what recommended repairs will cost
Estimate based on local costs
Request an estimate with just a click
PTPHomeManual
Powered by Centriq
The digital owner’s manual for the home
Download user manuals/warranty information
Find safety recalls on appliances
Indicates age and useful remaining life of systems
Experience it today!
*Where available Not all services are offered by every office. Each office is independently owned and operated.
There are no inspections available with this FBO within +/- 4 days of your preferred inspection date. Please pick another inspection date, or contact us.
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