Technology has dramatically changed the way that today’s claim inspections are performed, and perhaps there is no greater example of this than the Allstate’s recent use of drones to inspect the roofs of 20 homes in Texas. For the past year, Allstate has been testing drones to see how they could leverage this technology to […]
Month: September 2016
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with Measuring Devices
Over the last 25 years, field inspections have changed dramatically thanks to the technological advancement of measuring devices. Today high-tech measuring devices such as moisture meters and infrared thermometers are finding their way into property inspections as they have been known to make the process much more efficient and accurate. The three most common types […]
5 Unique Considerations When Valuing Older Residential Homes
In regards to assessing risk, there are a number of unique factors that come into play when performing a field inspection for older residential properties. To help make the residential inspections of these properties go more smoothly, here are 5 considerations that you need to take into account when valuing these types of homes: 1. […]
5 Ways That Property Inspections Will Change in the Next 10 Years
Historically, completing property inspections has been an incredibly time consuming process, but absolutely necessary in assessing risk. However, we’re already beginning to see some big changes in the way that property inspections are being completed, which positively impact efficiency, productivity, and accuracy. As a field inspector, you’ll want to make a note of these 5 […]
