Inspections Over Coffee FAQ – Fees & Startup Costs
How Much Does It Cost to Start a Home Inspection Franchise?
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By
Kloc Curtis
- April 27, 2022
- 7:35 pm
Thinking about starting your own business and exploring franchise options? If you want a low-overhead model with high earning potential and proven systems, a home inspection franchise may be one of the smartest moves you can make.
But what does it actually cost to get started?
Let’s break it down — transparently — so you know what to expect when launching with Inspections Over Coffee.
🧠 What You’ll Learn in the Video
Why Home Inspection Is One of the Lowest-Cost Franchise Models
No commercial lease or storefront required
Minimal staff, no inventory, and no big build-out
High profit margins with very low startup overhead
What Startup Costs Include
Equipment (thermal cameras, drones, moisture meters, etc.) – ~$2,000
Technology: smartphone, computer, inspection software
Vehicle (most use their existing car or SUV)
Inspection tools and branding materials (flyers, signs, business cards)
New franchisee marketing/starter kit: $3,200–$3,500
Franchise Fees and Ongoing Royalties
Franchise fee: $47,669 (one-time)
Royalty fee: 7% of gross revenue
Global marketing contribution: 2% of gross revenue
This fund supports system-wide marketing, PR, and growth campaigns
What You Get with That Investment
Business-in-a-box: logos, templates, SOPs, and full backend setup
Training for inspectors, sales staff, and office assistants
Custom marketing tools, email campaigns, CE class materials
Social media + local lead generation strategies
Ongoing support, coaching, and innovation from a team that’s built 6–7 figure locations
locations 💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a retail space or storefront?
Nope. Your car is your office, and your software runs from your phone or laptop. All business is done on-site or remotely.
Why is the franchise fee $47,669?
Because it includes everything we’ve built over 25+ years to help you succeed — templates, training, marketing, automation, systems, and support. Try building all of that from scratch and you’ll spend more — and waste months doing it.
What’s the purpose of the global marketing fee?
It’s pooled from all franchisees to fund brand awareness, advertising campaigns, and lead generation strategies that benefit everyone in the system. Think SEO, video content, digital assets, and more.
How much should I budget before going full-time?
We recommend having 3–6 months of personal expenses covered while you ramp up. Month one may be slow — but with our systems, momentum builds fast if you’re putting in the work.
🔗 Ready to Talk Numbers and Strategy?
Final Thought
You don’t need to build a restaurant, open a storefront, or hire a huge team to succeed. You just need a solid system, strong support, and the right mindset.
If you’re serious about building something with low risk and high impact — we’ll hand you the playbook.