Mike, You are ok. Number 1 in my book!
Hey Russ-
Whereas this whole licensing thing is so up in the air, don’t you think a whole new approach to The “Wonderful World of Home Inspecting” is a bit premature?
I’m just thinking out loud…I mean after all, you stomped soundly on the only single idea I have ever offered up to the group, perhaps a little tit for tat is in order.
Bruce Gregory
Florida Home Inspector 1167
Florida Mold Assessor 450
InterNACHI Certified HI# 10120503
http://HomeandBuildingInspectors.com
http://BoatSkipper.com
Number 2 in mine…
Sorry I couldn’t help it…
Well I must admit that one was good.
I am totally confused. What does any type of licensing have to do with getting together and trying to blaze a path to a new idea?
If I stomped on something (I have no idea what I stomped on), it is never a personal attack. Trust me I think you have aton of beneficial stuff to offer.
This will work, spent the day with one fo the members and ideas are already flowing…an idea that geminated in my head, is now becoming ideas in anothers head and hopefully it will grow. If not, what can go wrong? I make closer and more alliances with people of the same ideas and desires…not such a bad thing even if it doesn’t go anywhere…
That a boy Meeker—catch and release ! :mrgreen: feels better !
Bruce I agree with Russ. Whatever happens with licensing I intend on moving forward.
It seems to me that a business plan that doesn’t include the fate of licensure, is licen “sure” to fail.
I would explain that but I suppose it would be futile though companies sporting multiple inspectors might want to think it through which is what this new and improved idea is all about, yes? Rhetorical question, needs no response.
Bruce Gregory
Florida Home Inspector 1167
Florida Mold Assessor 450
InterNACHI Certified HI# 10120503
http://HomeandBuildingInspectors.com
http://BoatSkipper.com
Mr. Gregory… spit it out please.
Do you mean "work for a G.C. AAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGGGGhhhh
Actually no…I have spoken of this idea months ago, before there was a “fate” of anything.
Here is what brought it on - I went to a meeting and started talking to people with like ideology and goals. It was amazing after a short time the knowledge I got from them and also the support and friendship. I knew only WHAT I KNEW and was thristy for more information. I began to see that one person can move a small pile of dirt in a day, and two can tackle bigger and so on and so on…So why not join mental forces with others with like ideas and mind sets that are not in direct competition with one another? Why not have my friends use ideas of mine that I have failed and succeeded in to learn from my benefits and learn what NOT to do?
I had another inspector come with me yesterday. He already asked for my reports to give me feedback, he critiqued my process here and there and it is just great to bounce ideas and then hopefully pool advertising resources to maybe produce bigger marketing campaigns.
Like I said, I heard of many people saying they just want to be a one man show and do 1 MAYBE 2 inspections a day. That is great if that is your business plan. Mine is to grow my company into something HUGE. My target goal is 2.5 million a year. I went into business thinking big. I never wanted to be a one man show and do 1-2 inspections a day. One thing I have learned is that very few get big ANYTHING without the help of others. So instead of being a single guy wanting big…why not get 15-20 guys who all want the same thing and work in a unified manner to help each other acheive their goals? I personally can think of nothing better than to be a part of something big for yourself and for friends…
where do i sign up?
Goodness no. If you have to count on another man’s license, especially a GC’s license you need to reconsider your career path.
Bruce Gregory
Florida Home Inspector 1167
Florida Mold Assessor 450
InterNACHI Certified HI# 10120503
http://HomeandBuildingInspectors.com
I sent a PM to Russ expressing interest in his idea. It could be a SW Fla branding of HI’s here with multiple talents etc. Until the details are out it is a good idea in theory, there is nothing wrong in raising the bar and we might want to “hold our tounge” a bit until we learn more, you can always say no. Home Depot was started by a guy who got laid off and said screw this! Ya never know.
LOL! Another thought, start a cooperative, supported by different HI companies, get the revenues up then sell it to some Englishman or German who will pay the 500k just to get instant legal permanent status in the USA! Master the possibilities, the only limitations you have are those you impose on yourself. Just my 0.002 cents adjusted for inflation.
I worked under GCs on many construction projects, why is that bad
John-
You would have to qualify your statement. You worked under GC’s as what? A carpenter, mason or other tradesman, a subcontractor, a gypsy sub, or a home inspector? If you were a fulltime employee tradesman or a legal and licensed subcontractor then my statement would not be apropos.
Bruce Gregory
Florida Home Inspector 1167
Florida Mold Assessor 450
InterNACHI Certified HI# 10120503
http://HomeandBuildingInspectors.com
http://BoatSkipper.com
Here John… I looked it up
Definition of APROPOS
1
: at an opportune time : seasonably
2
: by way of interjection or further comment : with regard to the present topic
I like this guy
I worked as a superintendent under a GC and an engineer. Full time employee. Is that bad?
I know we do not agree on everything, but why do you consistently attack everyone?
John-
Absolutely not. I’m sure that many here worked for a builder and/or contractor before starting their career as a home inspector. That was not my original point two or three posts ago where I wrote: “If you have to count on another man’s license, especially a GC’s license you need to reconsider your career path.”
Any successful GC needs a myriad of talented employees in order to run a successful operation. When I was speaking to working under a GC’s license I meant as a home or mold inspector. However,I dont see the quality of GC’s on this message board who have super’s and engineers working for them, I doubt if more than a couple could make out a G702 or continuation form or know what a lien-waiver is or the difference between a Submittal, or Transmittal.
As to the future of this HI business, and the potential for the multi-million dollar company you folks here in Florida screwed yourself by letting the legislature pass a bill that didn’t allow for single license “COMPANIES” like, plumbers, electricians, HVAC contractors, GC’s, and consulting engineering firms have. And some have more protection than others like HVAC companies. Just try and buy a simple blower motor at the supply house and you will see what I mean, no license, no motor. All I wanted to do was create a mold spore evacuation design of mine and instead had to call one of my old suppliers in NJ to send me down a motor and squirrel cage. Now that is protection. Unfortunately even the electricians and plumbers here dont have that kind of protection unless you are trying to buy a tertiary treatment module for plumbers or a CT cabinet for electricians, but I digress.
Now, if on the other hand they totally do away with home inspection licensing and leave things to the days of the wild wild west, everything changes, and even worse if they sanction GC’s of Florida for the job then you might as well start soliciting GC’s for a job.
I still think that a board of sorts created by and for members of NACHI is in order, convincing everyone who will listen that the public’s interests are better served by utilizing board certified home inspectors. And yes the path to that designation is one that cant be bought from or sold by the association but it has to be loaded with serious standards so we are not looked on as a joke which is the way things are now. The requirement for membership to this organization (NACHI), though a nice badge addition to a website or tee shirt is very weak to say the least. And…the State of Florida saw fit to allow only 14 hours of CE in addition to the membership card. No, I didn’t forget the proctored exam, how could you? It was identical to the one on the website.
However, there is much that a good inspector who really wants to be the best can learn from the many pages and study coursework of the NACHI home site and it’s ancillary web pages along with NACHITV. Now kick up the requirement to be board certified from 14 hours to 200 or more hours and then you would have something you could proudly talk and even brag about.
I’m just saying…
Bruce Gregory
Florida Home Inspector 1167
Florida Mold Assessor 450
InterNACHI Certified HI# 10120503
http://HomeandBuildingInspectors.com
http://BoatSkipper.com