NACHI Building the “8th Wonder of the World”

NACHI is pleased to announce that work has begun on our new, international web site, which will be fully functional by 2009. The site will boast hundreds of "under-the-hood" changes such as more robust database and memory-based caching for faster page loads, a more advanced content management back-end for wider granular control over content, modified character encoding and load-balanced servers to handle the expected growth over the next two years. Click here to learn more!

Inspection Expo Coming

In today’s tightening market, you need to expand your services and increase your profits to stay ahead. Inspection Expo (October 1-3, Las Vegas) is a great way to help you improve your bottom line. Click here for more information, and here for a special NACHI member discount.

Build Your Business

To succeed at anything, you have to do many things simultaneously and correctly. If you are not inspecting, you should be marketing your business, learning new techniques and looking for ways to improving your services. Here are some things you can do when you are not inspecting!

Discounted Debt Collection Services to NACHI Members

Landry & Jacobs is a collection agency working on behalf of inspectors throughout the country. Their industry specific web site allows inspection companies to submit unpaid invoices for collections over the Internet. Working strictly on a contingency rate on funds collected, L&J has offered a discounted 25% rate to NACHI Members. This discounted rate will be applied to all members entering “NACHI” in the referral code field of the online registration form. For more information, visit or contact Craig Davidson at (888) 953-7850 extension 803, or via e-mail.

Get a Grip On Your Files - FREE

 Chances are you use a laptop, tablet or PDA at work. You probably have at least one computer a home as well. And you know it's important to back up your work. Unfortunately, managing files between computers can be difficult. The solution? A synchronization program like Allway Sync, which takes the guesswork out of synchronization. Synchronize files between computers over a network. Or, back up your files to a USB drive. You can use Allway Sync to synchronize multiple folders. It uses a database to track file changes. But, if Allway gets confused, it will ask what it should keep. Click here to download your copy free!

Be Prepared

Hurricane season is upon us, and if you live in an area like the gulf coast, you probably already have a disaster kit ready. If not (or if you just want to make sure your current kit is complete), have a look at this list of the top 100 items that would likely disappear in a National Emergency or prolonged recovery period.

NACHI.TV Episode #1 Now Online

NACHI is proud to introduce the first episode of NACHI.TV, starring Nick Gromicko and Greg Bell demonstrating how to inspect a townhouse. Click here to see it!

Web Upgrades Underway

Thanks to NACHI’s Chris Morrell, we’ve already started on a number of web site and discussion forum upgrades.

The first is a major systems upgrade, adding another database server to the system to compensate for the site’s rapid growth. The upgrade is complete but the forum is not yet utilizing the new server. (We’re still running a few final tests to make sure everything will run smoothly.)

The second is that we've started using a content distribution network to distribute common images, css and javascript files. What this means to you is that the site should perform about 20% faster due to the fact that common files (such as the logo, "contact us" and "home" images in the top-left corner of every page) are loaded from dedicated content servers that are distributed around the country.

These changes are just part of a much larger system upgrade (see “8^th Wonder of the World,” above) that will be in the works through 2009. Many parts will go live before 2009, but we hope to have the entire new infrastructure complete then to launch our full, international web system.

Preventive Home Maintenance Manual on CD

A copy of NACHI’s Preventive Home Maintenance Manual is now available to all members on CD (195 pages, MS Word format) for just $6.00 (normally $19.95).

To order, contact NACHI member Don Baldwin at (317) 374-4888.

FetchReport PDF Creator Beta 9 Available

The latest beta version of FetchReport is now available for downloading. We weren't able to add the "Send to Desktop" feature in this version (coming soon), but everything else should be good to go.

Download the latest beta here, and - as always - be sure to remove the old version before installing the new one.

Free Palm-Tech Demo

A Palm-Tech/NACHI version demo is free to anyone who wants to try it. Simply send an e-mail. Don't forget to include your shipping address.

NACHI Announces New Retail Store

We’re pleased to announce that the NACHI Home Store will open in a mall in Denver next year, featuring items such as safety products, mold tests, indoor air filters, smoke detectors, microwave oven leak meters, water tests, and an entire line of home-related books and literature.

We'll also be promoting buyer’s & pre-listing inspections, annual check-up inspections and ancillary inspections via www.InspectorLocator.com, recommending the use of NACHI members to oversee construction projects via www.OverSeeIt.com and promoting healthy indoor air quality via www.IAC2.org.

The store alone will probably lose money early on, but if we generate a certain amount of inspection leads and work from it, it might work. We'll give it a whirl for a while and see how it goes. If it succeeds, we can try it in other cities with other chapters. Click here for additional information (and to share your ideas!)

Free Web Site for NACHI Members

For a limited time, NACHI members are entitled to a free custom designed web site, translatable into 12 different languages. Your site will include robot meta tag system for search engine indexing, flash introduction, sample inspection reports, password-protected reports for your clients, online scheduling, feedback forms, testimonials reference materials, links, FAQs and more. 

This site is free to any member who uses Forrest Marketing as their host under the company’s Pro Plan ($14.95 a month for one year or $12.95 a month for two years). Your hosting will allow you to choose 3 free domains that never have to be renewed, and if you currently own a domain (or several), you may transfer as many as 16 into your account to be hosted at no additional cost. Satisfaction is guaranteed in writing. Click here for more information.  

CMI/Central Air Course Module Now Available

HIT Interactive is pleased to offer a comprehensive distant learning course on central air conditioning systems geared specifically to the home inspector.

"Central Air Conditioning Systems" covers all aspects of residential AC systems, including components and their functions, troubleshooting, identification, functionality, sizing issues, zoning, ductwork and inspection techniques. It even includes a comprehensive glossary of common AC terms.

This course does not "gloss over" these systems, like many other courses do. It is specifically geared only towards air conditioning systems. Click here for complete details and special NACHI member pricing.

Introducing KrawlGear - the Biggest Change in Crawling Since You Learned to Walk!

Why let bad backs and bum knees put you out of business? Discover how KrawlGear can help you prevent injuries and increase your profits. Our gear takes a beating so you don’t have to… guaranteed!

“I have owned a Krawler for about 2 weeks, and find that I don't have as many aches and pains… I absolutely love it. Best tool that I own!” - Lyle Standish, California NACHI Chairman

SPECIAL OFFER: The first 10 NACHI inspectors to purchase the Krawler will receive a FREE KrawlKap featuring hard shell head protection. Visit www.KrawlGear.com today!

FREE Inspection Marketing CD

Mike Crow of the Millionaire Inspector Community is offering NACHI members a free CD containing a variety of marketing secrets from Mike and a few of his top coaching members.

Get your copy by visiting here. You will be asked to pay only $5.72 for shipping and handling.

Boston Environmental Program = Added Revenue

Boston Environmental’s EPA-approved TankSure® Program is a fast, non-invasive system for evaluating residential above-ground fuel oil storage tanks that takes about 15 minutes and gives you yet another way to increase your revenue. Click here to learn more.

NACHI Member Discount on the “Ultimate Ladder”

The durable, lightweight Telesteps ladder fits in the trunk of most cars, and is ideal for work in tight spaces. Available in a variety of sizes from 10.5’ to 14.5’ with a 300 lb. weight rating, these ladders are now available to NACHI members for a 5% discount with free shipping from our friends at REWCI. Check out the complete line at www.REWCI.com, or call 1-888-845-6597.

Economical Mold, E&O Coverage

Do you need Mold or E & O coverage? IOA is a binding authority for Lloyd’s of London, offering some of the best, most affordable nationwide protection the industry has to offer. Click here for more information and to compare rates, or contact Rod Morton directly at rod.morton@ioausa.com.

InspectVue Software Officially Endorsed by NACHI

“If you are a NACHI member, you need to be using InspectVue!” – Nick Gromicko, NACHI Founder

Porter Valley’s Insectivore software has been called the most sophisticated report-writer ever, and for very good reason. This affordable easy to use software features scheduling, marketing, narratives & more – and can even be used on your PDA. Other benefits include an 11,000-entry web service that allows enables you to post and e-mail your reports, a complete invoicing system and more. And 7-day/week support is also included. Click here to learn more, call (800) 388-4541 or send an e-mail to info@pvsoftware.com.

Calibration Service – Just $99!

Radon Corporation of America offers calibration services for most makes and models of radon monitors. Our custom designed calibration chamber is one of just several in the United States and is certified by Microbiology Consulting, Inc. We offer 48-hour turnaround from the time we receive your monitor. And for a limited time, we’ll calibrate your test instrument for just $99 and include FREE return shipping. For more information, log onto www.radoncorporation.com, call (877) 24-RADON or drop an e-mail to abitco@cs.com.

$1000.00 Credit Card System – FREE

NACHI News sponsor Bill Janis offers a fast, wireless system for accepting credit card payments from your customers. No upfront cash, no lease, no application or activation fee required. Even the shipping, installation, training and 24/7 support are free. Check it out here, or call Bill directly at (847) 263-1292.