Inspector Toolbelt Talk
Inspector Toolbelt Talk
Ian Robertson
Using the Word "Further" In Reports
35 minutes Posted Apr 21, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
Introduction to The Further Debate
The Problem With "Further Evaluation"
Home Inspectors as Defect Recognizers
Legal Implications of Word Choices
State Regulations and Form Requirements
Texas vs New York Inspection Standards
Final Thoughts on Report Language
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Words matter in home inspection reports - especially when those reports might end up scrutinized in court. This eye-opening discussion with Mike Marlow of Veteran Home Inspections reveals why the seemingly innocuous phrase "further evaluation" could be the most dangerous term in your reporting vocabulary. Mike and Ian break down why saying "further evaluation recommended" could cause issues by effectively saying you started evaluating something but didn't finish. The conversation takes fascin...