Q: What standards does the program use?
A: The program can be configured to use most standards of practice. It exceeds the following standards of practice ASHI, CAHPI, CREIA, NAHI, NACHI, AII and produces a full or partial narrative report. 

Q: Will the program produce a North Carolina Compliant Report?
A: The program can be configured to create a NC compliant report with header and footer and summary etc.  

Q: Can I add my own comments?
A: Yes. INSPECTEXPRESS™ lets you add and save comments so they are available next time you use the program as well as allowing full customization of the interface (forms). Just right click the checkboxes and dropdowns to edit. 

Q: Will the program run on my hand held computer?
A: Yes! Now Supported Pocket PC Handheld Device Running Either: 
   Windows Mobile Software for Pocket PC 2003 or later 
   Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC or later

Tested With:
   Dell Axim™
   HP iPAQ including New Hi-Res 640x480
   Palm Treo 700w
   Please ask about smart phones and other models. 

The main program runs in the full version of Microsoft Word 97/2000/2003 or later. The main program will run on Tablet PC, Pen Tablet, Laptop and Desktop computers with a full operating system. 

Q: Does the program have a section for a summary?
A: The program can add a summary if needed. Some inspectors prefer to have a summary that owners, agents and banks can quickly turn to and find the section or sections that have problems. The summary can be either created automatically or manually according to the inspector's preferences.

Whatever method you choose, the program is flexible enough to meet your needs.

Q: What sections are covered in the report?
A: The sections below are all optional:

1. General Information
2. Purpose and Scope
3. Exclusions and Limitations
4. Structural System
5. Site Landscape
6. Exterior
7. Roof System
8. Plumbing System
9. Electrical System
10. Heating System
11. Air Conditioning System
12. Interior
13. Insulation & Ventilation
14. Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances
12. Summary

Extended Report Sections
13. Appliances
14. Pools & Spas
15. Wells
16. Garage

Included Report Sections
17. Crawlspace Basement
18. Attic Area

Other Included Report Sections
1. Report Cover
2. Table of Contents
3. Multiple Inserts for Agreement, WDO etc... 
4. Standards for either ASHI, CAHPI, CREIA, NAHI, AII, NACHI, ARIZONA, SC or add your own.

Q: What equipment do I need to create reports on site?
A:  A laptop, pen tablet or tablet PC computer, (digital camera optional if you want to include pictures), a good quality printer (capable of 360 dpi or better) and a cerlox binder (optional see pic) are all that is required to complete reports at the inspection site. A Pocket PC running Windows CE.  

Q: What materials are suggested?
A: The materials below can be purchased at most office supply stores.

1. Cerlox combs (binding hinge) 1/4" or 5/16" or a 3 hole punch style and binders.
2. Inkjet photo paper (heavy stock used as front report cover) 
3. High quality inkjet printer paper
4. Heavy stock (used as back of report cover)
5. Envelopes large enough to accept binding as well as paper (10"x13")