What are we doing to stay safe? Our priority at this time is the safety of our inspection team, their families, their relatives, their neighbors, their friends, our clients, our realtor partners, and all of their families, friends, neighbors, relatives.  Basically, everyone that could possible be infected with the COVID-19 virus. With that in mind, we have instituted these rules for all inspections until we pass through this crisis.We are requesting that only one person attend for the buyers, and best case is no one attends the inspection. We will call them in the evening after the report is sent to go over any questions they may have. If the house is occupied, we request no sellers be present. No hand shakes upon greeting, we will be wearing gloves throughout the inspection as well as ... 03/20/2020

Time can be your best friend, or NOT.      Several years ago I wrote this blog post (https://activerain.com/blogsview/4620028/think-of-all-the-things-i-can-get-done-now-) about time being spent on things that weren't helping my business move forward. There were numerous time wasters that I would catch myself doing from time to time, and even sometimes knowing I had other things to do, would still waste a few minutes here and there going back to the time wasters. I suppose just knowing there is an issue with wasting time is the first step. "Hello, my name is Scott and I'm a time waster." I should have added, part-time time waster, because it's not all the time, just once in a while, but it still bugs me that I catch myself doing it at all.      I chose this post because I am a firm belie... 02/24/2020

I will watch the Super Bowl, because I'm an American citizen but I'm a Packers fan and that was brutally bad to watch the 49'ers game. However, I'll take a 14-4 season and getting the championship game every year. Better than being a bottom feeder. This is a super easy recipe and has actually won a dessert contest before. Here's my recipe. Apple turnovers.Heat oven to 3752 Granny smith apples, cut into 8 slices. 2 tubes crescent rolls.2 sticks of butter melted.1 1/2 cups of sugar mixed with melted butter. 1 TSP vanilla, mixed with butter and sugar.1 can Mountain dew. Cinnamon to tasteGrease a 9x13 pan. Roll the apples up in rolls. Place in pan.Pour butter sugar mix all over the top. Here's the secret. Pour Mountain dew all inside the pan, slowly. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake for 35-45 m... 01/29/2020

  Thanks to Barb Todaro's post today, I thought I would ask the AR group what your thoughts are on this comparison sheet between my company and my competition. This will be available for agents to hand to their clients when they start their search for an inspection company.      The typical practice is for the buyer agent (BA) to always give the client 3 names of inspectors to choose from. The logic is that if something goes wrong with the inspection, the BA liability will be reduced because the BA gave them 3 names, and it was the clients decision who they hired. In reality, using an inspection company that does not offer all the FREE warranties that we include, the client will be in a position of higher liability if  a qualified system breaks down after they close, and the first pers... 12/15/2019

 10 years and still growing. Hard to believe it's nearly ten years in business as a full time home inspector. But I've enjoyed every minute and can't wait for what's to come. 2009- At this time in 2009 I was working for another company in the building materials industry and had completed less than 20 inspections, total in 2 1/2 years. I was frustrated as a territory manage for that company and requested a demotion to prevent my brain from exploding from the ignorance of dealing with stupid sales and regional managers. The extra time I was going to have by not working long hours on redundant paperwork was going to allow me more time to build my inspection business. My oldest daughter was married that year and we had an amazing, fun party. The music was the best wedding music ever, I was ... 07/18/2019

Why is it my Fault? I ask myself this question every once in a while after a home inspection has "caused" the deal to go south. The story is similar in every case this has happened. Buyer calls and schedules their home inspection. Buyer says it's their first home. Buyer shows up at the home inspection. Buyer gets the report for the home inspection. Buyer agent that was NOT at the inspection, didn't see me explaining to the buyers that most of the items were small but easy to repair items is furious because I must have said something to the buyers to scare them out of the deal. The deals that I love are the ones where the buyer agent has taken the time to prepare their client for what happens at a home inspection. They tell them how long it usually takes. They explain that it would be b... 02/28/2019

When You Have to Shoot, Shoot. Don't Talk. This could also be titled... There's no time like the present.  It could also be titled Be Prepared. The best time to do something is now.     How many times in your life did you have an opportunity to do something, but maybe had reservations about how it would turn out? Were you thinking about what other people would think or would they criticize your plan or tell you why it won't work? Did you waste valuable time and effort trying to convince yourself and others why it was a good plan, instead of taking the steps to start working on the implementation? In other words, did you talk instead of shoot like Tuco in the video above?     The movie The Good, The Bad and The Ugly has so many great quotes, I could write a dozen blog posts, this one alw... 12/15/2018

Welcome to the newMonday Morning Motivator Your weekly motivator I have learned to use the word impossible with the greatest caution.   Wernher Von Braun Make your success possible with positive thinking and more importantly, positive actions.   Click here to order your 18 month warrantyCall today to schedule your inspection815-644-6271  The Simple 18 month warranty available when SLS Home Inspections completes the inspection. Your client gets real peace of mind.   Free Recallchek included with every inspection. Safety recalls repaired for FREE for as long as your clients live in the house.   Free 90 Day Warranty included with every inspection. No deductible either. Sewergard covers the repair of a collapsed sewer, septic, well or water line for the first 90 days. Included with every ho... 04/09/2018

Every year for the past five or six years, I have been putting together an annual plan for my goals in the coming year. I usually complete it in December so it's in place on January 1st. My plan always includes several outcomes with multiple key items. My goals always include 3-5 "whys" that give real incentive to striving to reach those goals. And what goal would be worth anything if it didn't also include an action plan along with a time table with action steps along the way to be sure those goals are attainable? My busy season starts in March and goes through September. An average month in the summer is 50-60 full home inspections and maybe 4-6 mold sampling tests.  My goals this year are numbered at 17 but I will only go over my top 5. 1. I will be able to complete 500 full home hom... 02/28/2018

You build a successful career, regardless of your field of endeavor, by the dozens of little things you do on and off the job.                                                                                              Zig ZiglerMake this the week you do all the little things to be successful, and it can be your best week ever.  Would you like a FREE CPE certification?  What is CPE?It's called Client Protection Expert  How can It Help YOU? Click this link for the course...  http://www.cpecertification.com/  Watch the video below and then take the short 10-15 minute test and you will receive several free items that will benefit you and your clients as well as a certificate that you can use for your marketing. Click this link for the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqH7KaZOuT4 Cli... 12/18/2017

Confidence is contagious and so is lack of confidence, and a customer will recognize both.                                                                                                    Vince Lombardi This CPE certification will help you close more deals. Use this advice, build confidence in your training and help make this your best week ever. Would you like a FREE CPE certification?  What is CPE? Client Protection Expert  How can It Help YOU? Watch the video below and then take the short 10-15 minute test and you will receive several free items that will benefit you and your clients as well as a certificate that you can use for your marketing. Click this link for the video.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqH7KaZOuT4 Here is the link for the Simple Home Warranty. If SLS Home Insp... 10/16/2017

Never hesitate to hold out your hand; never hesitate to accept the outstretched hand of another.                                                                Pope John XXIIIYou never know how much your help is needed until you offer. Help your clients this week and make it your best week ever.   Here is the link for the Simple Home Warranty. If SLS Home Inspections does the inspection, your buyers have 18 months of protection, starting the day of close.http://illinoishomewarranty.net/12 month warranty is available if inspected by any other inspector. Same great conditions apply...no waiting period, choose your own contractor, no appliance prorating, no pre-existing conditions.  All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​ CHECK OUT  ******* SMART Home Service Plan- Extend... 08/14/2017

​You enhance your chances for success when you understand that your Yearning power is more important than your Earning power.                                                                                                                         Zig Ziglar Make this the week everyone knows your chances for success are great. It can be your best ever. 18 or 12 month home warranty Click here for information.​ All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​      BRAND NEW ******* SMART Home Service Plan- Extend the warranty on your home after the inspection. Covers sewer and water lines, Mold, Alarm and low voltage wiring, Radon remediation and termite. Available on every home inspection from SLS Home Inspections. Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart  SLS Home Inspections... 03/27/2017

Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserved, like a hug from a child.                                    Phyllis McGinley Do what you know to earn praise from your clients. It can be your best week ever. Your clients will love this SMART extended warranty plan. Check out the video.  This video explains the SMART Home Service plan.>>>>>>>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GdCXb1t2SY     ​ All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​     BRAND NEW ******* SMART Home Service Plan- Extend the warranty on your home after the inspection. Covers sewer and water lines, Mold, Alarm and low voltage wiring, Radon remediation and termite. Available on every home inspection from SLS Home Inspections.    Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart  S... 03/06/2017

Yesterday is a canceled check; tomorrow is a promissary note; today is ready cash- use it.                                                                Kay LyonsMake the best use of today and this can start your best week ever. Your clients will love this SMART extended warranty plan. Check out the video.  This video explains the SMART Home Service plan.>>>>>>>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GdCXb1t2SY     ​ All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​     02/20/2017

Beauty is an ecstasy; it is as simple as hunger. There is really nothing to be said about it.                                                    W. Somerset Maugham The first snowfall brings a fresh new look and fresh start to a new season. Make this your start to a great season.  All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​ Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart  SLS Home Inspections @815-644-6271 Inspecting homes like yours in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Illinois area since 2007. Real Estate inspections with same day report delivery.  Mold and air quality testing.  FREE 90 day Homeowners Warranty. Included with every inspection. FREE Sewergard protection for the first 90 days. covers up to $4000 of sewer or water main repairs. FREE Recallchek appliance recal... 12/05/2016

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt in the heart.                                                     Helen Keller Start the Christmas season looking and feeling for those things that are beautiful to you. It can be your best week ever. All these bonuses are FREE with every home inspection.  ​ Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart SLS Home Inspections @815-644-6271Inspecting homes like yours in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Illinois area since 2007.Real Estate inspections with same day report delivery. Mold and air quality testing. FREE 90 day Homeowners Warranty. Included with every inspection.FREE Sewergard protection for the first 90 days. covers up to $4000 of sewer or water main repairs.FREE Recallchek appli... 11/28/2016

I will say this about being an optimist- even when things don't turn out well, you are certain they will get better.   Frank Hughes  If you had a challenge last week, be assured this week could be your best week ever.  Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart SLS Home Inspections @815-644-6271Inspecting homes like yours in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Illinois area since 2007.Real Estate inspections with same day report delivery. Mold and air quality testing. FREE 90 day Homeowners Warranty. Included with every inspection.FREE Sewergard protection for the first 90 days. covers up to $4000 of sewer or water main repairs.FREE Recallchek appliance recall service. Included with every inspection.FREE Moldsafe coverage on every inspection.FREE Platinum Roof Protection Plan with 5 y... 11/14/2016

Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another.                                                    Walter ElliottFollow the Cubs lead and don't ever quit. Make this your best week ever.   Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart  SLS Home Inspections @815-644-6271 Inspecting homes like yours in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Illinois area since 2007. Real Estate inspections with same day report delivery. Mold and air quality testing.  FREE 90 day Homeowners Warranty. Included with every inspection. FREE Sewergard protection for the first 90 days. covers up to $4000 of sewer or water main repairs. FREE Recallchek appliance recall service. Included with every inspection. FREE Moldsafe coverage on every inspection. FREE Platinum Roof Protection Plan with... 10/31/2016

Sports serve society by providing vivid examples of excellence.    George Will​Make this another week that your excellence shines and it will be your best week ever.  Scott Seaton-The Home Inspector With A Heart SLS Home Inspections @815-644-6271Inspecting homes like yours in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Illinois area since 2007.Real Estate inspections with same day report delivery. Mold and air quality testing. FREE 90 day Homeowners Warranty. Included with every inspection.FREE Sewergard protection for the first 90 days. covers up to $4000 of sewer or water main repairs.FREE Recallchek appliance recall service. Included with every inspection.FREE Moldsafe coverage on every inspection.FREE Platinum Roof Protection Plan with 5 year leak repair coverage.Visit my website at  www.bo... 10/24/2016