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How much can you make with an Inspections Over Coffee franchise, or any home inspection business.","datePublished":"2022-04-27","dateModified":"2025-05-13","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/homeinspectionsovercoffee.com\/author\/curtis\/#Person","name":"Kloc Curtis","url":"https:\/\/homeinspectionsovercoffee.com\/author\/curtis\/","identifier":6,"description":"Curtis Kloc is a U.S. Navy veteran and seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in business development, inspections, and technical systems. He has built and sold multiple six- and seven-figure home inspection and environmental services companies, including HERO Inspections & Environmental and Elite Analysis. Curtis is the founder of Inspections Over Coffee, a nationally expanding franchise known for its white-glove service, inspector training systems, and streamlined operational workflows.\r\n\r\nWith deep roots in nuclear engineering from his time as a Machinist Mate and Engineering Laboratory Technician aboard two U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, Curtis brings unmatched precision and discipline to every business he runs. He is certified and licensed in home inspection, mold assessment, asbestos inspection, and environmental testing, and is a member of NACHI since 2006. 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Let\u2019s break down the real numbers\u2014without the fluff.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udd11 Key Points from the Video\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe average home inspector earns $50,000\u2013$60,000 a year.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThat\u2019s for the solo operator who inspects homes and handles most tasks alone.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTop franchise owners can hit $1.5M\u2013$2M+ in revenue.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFor example, the Denver location with Inspections Over Coffee pulls in $120K\u2013$160K per month in revenue. While revenue is different from take-home profit, this shows the scale possible.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tProfit margins change as your business grows.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSolo operators may keep 60%\u201380% of their monthly revenue.Larger teams typically yield 25%\u201340% net profit after salaries and overhead.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYou\u2019ll hit a ceiling doing everything yourself.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMost solo inspectors max out at $200K\u2013$250K per year. Why? There\u2019s only so much time in the day\u2014and you\u2019ll miss out on opportunities while you\u2019re tied up on jobs, phone calls, or report writing.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tScaling requires a team\u2014but also proven systems.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHiring office help, inspectors, and salespeople unlocks growth\u2014but onboarding and training are key. That\u2019s where franchise systems save massive time.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFranchisees get structured training for every role.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom sales to social media to inspection add-ons like radon or sewer scopes, we provide the same proven training for your hires as we give franchisees.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStarting solo costs more than you think.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpect to spend $20,000\u2013$50,000 in year one on logos, websites, partnerships, and trial-and-error mistakes\u2014unless you start with a franchise that provides it all.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tContact Inspections Over Coffee\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udd0d Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow much does a home inspector make per month?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSolo home inspectors often bring in $8K\u2013$15K\/month in revenue. After expenses, take-home may be $5K\u2013$12K\/month, depending on market and efficiency.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCan I build a multi-inspector business?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\u2014and that\u2019s where franchising shines. Our top locations run large operations with inspectors, admins, and referral partnerships that generate six- to seven-figure annual revenue.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat\u2019s the difference in profit margin between solo and scaled operations?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSolo: 60%\u201380%Scaled (with team): 25%\u201340%, but with much higher overall take-home pay due to volume.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow much can I expect to invest to get started?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDIYers should expect to invest $20K\u2013$50K or more in tools, marketing, and brand creation. Franchisees get everything from day one\u2014reducing trial, error, and wasted time.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat causes income to stall for solo inspectors?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tScheduling limitations, missed calls, and lack of marketing support. Once you’re fully booked and still handling admin, growth halts unless you build a team.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ud83d\ude80 Want to Unlock Higher Income Potential?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhether you\u2019re just getting started or ready to grow beyond solo operations, the Inspections Over Coffee franchise model gives you the tools to scale faster, earn more, and avoid costly mistakes.\ud83d\udc49 Explore Our Home Inspection Franchise Opportunity \u00bb\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"How To Start A Franchise FAQ – How Much Can You Make","item":"https:\/\/homeinspectionsovercoffee.com\/how-to-start-a-franchise-faq-how-much-can-you-make\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]