HomeTeam Inspection Service was recently featured on the online edition of the Brighton Pittsford Post in an article titled, "Steve Tremaine, Owner HomeTeam Inspection Service." The article features HomeTeam franchisee Steve Tremaine of Pittsford, New York. The article discusses the benefits of having your home inspected, the success that Steve has experienced with his business, and how much Steve enjoys his job. Click here to read the full article.
American cartoonist Frank McKinney Hubbard once observed that “the fellow who owns his own home is always just coming out of a hardware store.” One way to avoid those frequent hardware-store trips is to have a comprehensive inspection before buying the house. And comprehensive inspections are what the HomeTeam Inspection Service is all about.
Owner Steve Tremaine is proud of the 3000+ inspections that have been done since the company started in 2001. He purchased the franchise from the HomeTeam corporate office and has proudly served Pittsford area homebuyers ever since. (Read More)
Q: Before Franchising, what were you involved with?
A:
“Before I got into franchising, I worked in the corporate world for 20
years. I was primarily involved with sales and marketing management. I
burned out of the corporate world and wanted to go into business for
myself. That’s why I decided to shop around for a new opportunity.”
Q: Why was this brand the right fit for you?
A:
“First of all, I looked into franchising because I wanted and needed
the support. I still find it valuable to this day every day. It’s very
important to have a network of colleagues to tap into. I didn’t have
experience in home inspection, but I wanted something that would be an
intangible service. I was thinking of something that could be a viable
business in a short amount of time. I think of myself as a small
business owner and entrepreneur. It just so happens my business is home
inspection. Luckily, I’m good at it!”
Q: What’s your business approach?
A:
“We use a team approach on every inspection. I go to each home
inspection along with a subcontractor on my team. We also pull in
others as needed. I’d say typically there are three of us at each home
inspection, which cuts the time of the inspection down to about half.”
Q: What have been some career milestones for you/your business?
A:
“Last year, we had our best year and grew about 15%. While many
businesses were down, we had a banner year. We gained more market share
and continue to gain market share this year. While others were losing
business and getting out of the business, we continue to grow.”
Q: What are your future goals? Development plans?
A: “My goal is to continue to gain market share in my existing territory. I may add multiple teams in the future too.”
ABOUT HOMETEAM INSPECTION SERVICE:
For
more than 20 years, HomeTeam Inspection Service, a 175-plus-unit home
inspection franchise, has brought exceptional quality, value and
dependability to the home inspection industry. HomeTeam franchisees
work with homebuyers, home sellers and real estate professionals to
service home inspection needs. Today, HomeTeam Inspection Service
continues to expand throughout the United States by offering franchise
opportunities. For more information on HomeTeam Inspection Service,
visit www.hometeaminspection.com.
"This is the second time that we have received this award. We are the only home inspection company to have ever received this award, let alone getting it twice, in the 90 year history of RAGFL," says HomeTeamfranchisee Colin Conroy.
Colin was in attendance along with several hundred of the most influential Realtors in SE Florida. Colin received a standing ovation after his brief address and also donated a check for the Realtor Political Action Committee (RPAC).
"The award plaque will be featured at WCR Meetings, displays and exhibitions, Conventions, etc, to reinforce our position as the premiere property inspection business in our area," stated Colin.
In today’s economy, people might think about skipping the home inspection to save some cash, but a recent Forbes report reveals why you shouldn’t skip a home inspection. Greg Haskett, VP of Shared Services for HomeTeam Inspection Service, shares his expertise on why everyone should get a home inspection before making that large purchase. Click here to view the full article! 10 Reasons You Shouldn’t Skip A Home Inspection
After your offer to buy a home enters into contract, the process of near-endless check writing begins. There are many necessary costs, such as realtor and lawyer fees, and the total of these expenses may have you looking for ways to save money elsewhere. You may be tempted to skip the home inspection and its $200 to $500 invoice, but there are 10 good reasons why you should get one. (Read More)
Mitch Rothenberg has owned and operated the HomeTeam Inspection Service brand in Tampa for the past 16 years. In his time as a small business owner, Mitch has conducted over 28,000 home inspections with his team. What he enjoys most about his daily work is the opportunity to conduct each inspection with a team of qualified individuals that specialize in the different aspects of the industry, from termites and foundations to electrical systems and air conditioning.
Changed Ownership: April, 1995 Location: 720 East Fletcher Suite 105 Tampa, FL
Are you a first time business owner? No. Prior to opening HomeTeam, I worked as a general contractor and owned a construction business.
How did you learn about the brand? When I joined the system 16 years ago, there was really no research to be done on the concept. It was a relatively new professional industry and there were only about 40 other franchises across the country. I spoke directly with the founder of HomeTeam and learned about the team approach and why that stood out in the industry. By providing a team to do a home inspection, the time required to complete a project was cut down dramatically and the quality of inspection increased because you had multiple sets of eyes to look over each area of the house.
Why was this brand the right fit for you? HomeTeam was definitely the right fit because opening a home inspection service was similar to being a general contractor. We look at the whole picture, from air conditioning to termites. HomeTeam provides a professional approach to home inspections and by using a team method we are able to cut our service time in half compared to any of our competitors.
How have you been able to connect with the local community? We currently sponsor the Women’s Council of Realtors of Florida, which has one of the largest memberships in the country. By creating a relationship with the WCR we are active participants in their meetings and conventions to help make our services known across the state.
What have been some career milestones for you/your business? Since opening HomeTeam Inspection in 1994, we have conducted over 28,000 home inspections in the Tampa Bay area and created a good reputation for our services. We currently have three teams of made up of four experts that go on each home visit. We pride ourselves on the phenomenal team system that we have developed over the years with HomeTeam and the unmatched quality of our service.
For over 20 years, HomeTeam Inspection Service, a 150-plus-unit home inspection franchise, has brought exceptional quality, value and dependability to the home inspection industry. HomeTeam's business model is unique in the industry in that we utilize a team of inspectors on every inspection creating many advantages to both our customers and our franchisees. Today, HomeTeam Inspection Service continues to expand throughout the United States by offering franchise opportunities. For more information on HomeTeam Inspection Service franchise, visit
American cartoonist Frank McKinney Hubbard once observed that “the fellow who owns his own home is always just coming out of a hardware store.”
One way to avoid those frequent hardware-store trips is to have a comprehensive inspection before buying the house. And comprehensive inspections are what the HomeTeam Inspection Service is all about.
