Footnote:
Sorry about statement that the mysterious owner of HG whoever it is does nothing to help anyone as I am sure he has his hands full trying to figure how Home Inspector Pro came from nowhere several years ago and stole all his clients.
Change is not always easy for those that have been doing things a certain way for a long time.
That is how it is in nature with the young replacing the old and may apply to report software as well.
Once again I apologize.
I am not dumb enough:), to think that price is everything, but on a board where everyone says that you get what you pay for(usually in reference to their services), one would think that price is a factor.
I do use HG and like it much better(but I admit I know it better than HIP)
All my clients and agents love my report. Many people do not read the whole thing(as reported here by many inspectors). My presentation(not the report) is what makes me stand out.
I personally think that many have gone with HIP because of price.
They(HG) have their own message board and answer all emails, phone calls ect. They gave me a class on using it(even bought me lunch and gave me a shirt) and have videos on-line.
Maybe Dominic should raise prices;-)
John, Dominic has raised prices since the start to help recoup his costs but his other services and business make far more.
Despite increase in prices many experienced Inspectors have jumped ship from other softwares to use HIP.
The number of Hippies continues a record setting pace as more and more of these seasoned pros choose the best and not the cheapest because nothing other than yourself represents your service more.
Not even your website.
For discussion sake:
Let say that HIP has better service and is better.
Why is it better?
I agree that it is and could not have said any better.
Look forward to seeing you on the popular HIP forum.
Have you experimented with the different looks with borders and summary placement yet?
If you need help just ask one of us members or Dom and you will get help immediately.
Do not forget to upload your reports so they can be viewed by you your client and the Agents with password.
Do not worry as once you send them copies you will be notified every time they open a copy.
Let me know if you need help with the new drop boxes for defect comments or the document selections.
Have you had a chance to play with any of the many templates available yet as you will find changing systems and components sections on the fly is easy as the changing of templates.
Do not worry about adding to many John as there is no limit and same goes for the fastest loading photo editor in Dodge.
I hear the IR guys like the pic in pic feature.
Anyway let me know if you wish to learn any tricks or tips .
I think John was asking WHY is it better… the question mark led me to this 
I will stand by what I said sice I have used and have experience with all of the above programs. HIP is $346.00 cheaper than its nearest competitor and much more flexible.
I don’t see you throwing your hat in the ring Jeff.:roll:
90 %, thats got to be a load of BS!
The thing that is accurate (sort of anyway) is that their will be certain responses for discussion of software under any terms… 90% of the time
What hat should I throw in ? Our price is currently $799. We run on a handheld that costs as little as $250 and can be used in the field. To do the same with HIP you will need to spend the difference in software cost on the hardware instead so it costs in essence the same… I have no doubt HIP is flexible…but saying it is MORE flexible then anything else is not true. With our software for instance we create an actual RTF file so you can open the document in Word and do anything that Word does then with the document. Comparing the features in Word to the text editing features in HIP or in 3D would be no comparison. A lot of the features Bob is talking about that have just been added to HIP have been in some of the other inspection software packages for over 5 years. I am NOT bad-mouthing Dominic or his software but there has been a LOT of misinformation on how superior his product is to anything else out there…
yes…all the HIPPIES will pounce on me now…which is why a lot of the other software vendors don’t even bother posting on this forum anymore. …and …yes…I would also agree that Dominic needs to raise his prices on the software…I understand he is using it as a lost-lead for his web-site services but eventually it will cost him more money then he is making.
Just my 2 cents. I’ve been in this business over 13 years and know that this is not a huge market and saturation can happen…and yes…we all know 90% is BS.
There you have it.
Even Dominic’s biggest competitor admits HIP gives way more value for the money and actually works at a loss.
It would seem to be a no brainer why so many are loyal to such a high quality product that foe its price many are downloading it as if it is freeware.
Now… is the time to get HIP and with it, before the prices jump up.
Not at all and when you are ready to make the jump into the Inspection field as a solid decision I will be happy to assist you also George.
Get that NACHI logo above the ASSI logo first though.
Makes your site look amateur.
That’s kind a shame in of itself. There is plenty to be learned by the experience and input of others…
If individuals or vendors do not post or share information because they will be “pounced on”… then we all lose out…
This could be ratified easily, I’m sure.
George,
You have to learn how to ignore Bob. He is just jealous he has not yet met the requirements to join our ranks as truly Certified Inspectors. He actually got booted from the “other forums” and has no where else to run his mouth. Right Bob??
5,384 posts for Linus so far.
Tonights challenge is first member to find a single post where Linus ever actually helps other members in any way what so ever.bragging about hiself or calling other members names does not count though he is often amusing in a perverted way. gets the grand prize for 2010 though you will need to go further back than that right linus?
I guess I hit a nerve huh Bob?
Ok I will ask. Why do you two not get along?
Q
Not at all but I hope you treat clients better than NACHI members.
How is that ugly website coming along?
I defend the clubs I belong to.
It"s called loyalty.
Ever hear that word before or is ASHI better in your opinion?
I could join them if I want to anytime but what for?
He is just mad because I am better looking.
P.S the You Tube site looks good Linus.
Exactly…
If you are in Phoenix, you should use either HG or HIP, it makes my reports look that much better. 
I need to get an HIP web site soon though… they look very professional. 