{"id":2616,"date":"2018-02-14T10:00:59","date_gmt":"2018-02-14T15:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winfranchising.com\/?p=2616"},"modified":"2026-05-03T16:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T20:39:31","slug":"best-of-2017-for-win-home-inspection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wini.com\/franchise\/best-of-2017-for-win-home-inspection\/","title":{"rendered":"Best of 2017 for WIN Home Inspection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>25 Years and Counting \u2013 WIN Home Inspection<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been a good year for WIN Home Inspection. We\u2019ve made national headlines for everything from our support of veterans, to our industry expertise, to our status as an excellent franchise opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>You might have seen our company leaders and Strategic-Partners (S-Ps) interviewed by huge outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fox &amp; Friends, Inc.com, Chicago Tribune, Business News Daily and Reader\u2019s Digest. Click through these major headlines from 2017 to see what we\u2019ve been up to and why we\u2019ve got people talking:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/advice\/home-improvement\/winter-home-maintenance-checklist-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Don\u2019t Put a Freeze on Home Maintenance! Your Handy Winter Checklist Is Here<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Realtor.com<\/p>\n<p>WIN Training, Licensing and Inspection Support Manager Patrick Knight weighed in on the importance of quality home inspections during the winter months.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/realtytimes.com\/consumeradvice\/sellersadvice\/item\/1007924-20171219-pre-listing-home-inspection-key-driver-for-home-sellers\">Pre-Listing Home Inspection: Key Driver For Home Sellers<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 RealtyTimes.com<\/p>\n<p>Strategic-Partner Jeff Williams contributed an article on how home sellers can benefit from pre-listing inspections.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/video.foxnews.com\/v\/5642923727001\/?playlist_id=930909787001#sp=show-clips\">Companies implement special initiatives to hire veterans<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Fox &amp; Friends<\/p>\n<p>The WIN team got to explain why our company is an ideal fit for veterans during a special segment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/wanda-thibodeaux\/4-keys-for-making-any-transition-insanely-effective-according-to-6-military-veterans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4 Keys for Making Any Transition Insanely Effective, According to 6 Military Veterans<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Inc.com<\/p>\n<p>Strategic-Partner Jason Vernier discussed tips for easing the transition from military to civilian life.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2017\/11\/03\/realestate\/prepare-house-winter.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting the house ready for winter<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 The New York Times<\/p>\n<p>WIN Director of Operations Scott Johnson offered expert advice on wintertime home maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/communitytable.parade.com\/614298\/juliebawdendavis\/time-to-prepare-your-landscape-and-home-exterior-for-winter\/#addthis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Time to prepare your landscape and home exterior for winter<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Parade.com<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s Scott Johnson discussed the potential hazards of overhanging branches.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.businessnewsdaily.com\/2663-franchise-price-range.html\">50+ Franchises For Every Budget<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Business News Daily<\/p>\n<p>WIN made the list as an affordable investment option for aspiring business owners.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.chicagotribune.com\/lifestyles\/home\/sc-cons-0914-home-infrastructure-20170911-story.html\">Don\u2019t let your home\u2019s infrastructure crumble<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Chicago Tribune<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s Patrick Knight offered advice to homeowners on how to ensure that their houses are safe and in good shape.<\/p>\n<p>5 Home Maintenance Tips for Fall\u00a0\u2013 Realtor Magazine<\/p>\n<p>WIN provided a list of recommendations for easy fall home maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.rd.com\/advice\/saving-money\/final-property-walk-through\">Don\u2019t Do a Final Property Walk-Through Until You Read This<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Reader\u2019s Digest<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s Patrick Knight cautioned homeowners to ask for documentation of any repairs done on the home, including who did them and when they were completed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.rd.com\/home\/improvement\/hidden-home-expenses\/\">12 Sneaky Ways your Home is Draining Your Bank Account<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Reader\u2019s Digest<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s Patrick Knight gives advice on how to stay on top of home maintenance and avoid losing money on inefficient appliances and costly repairs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/realtytimes.com\/consumeradvice\/buyersadvice\/item\/1003813-20170712-drone-technology-beneficial-to-the-real-estate-game\">Drone Technology Beneficial To The Real Estate Game<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Realty Times<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s Scott Johnson contributed an article on how drone technology offers advantages to home buyers, sellers and inspectors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtytimes.com\/consumeradvice\/sellersadvice\/item\/1002898-20170608-speed-along-the-real-estate-transaction-with-a-pre-listing-home-inspection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Speed Along the Real Estate Transaction with a Pre-Listing Home Inspection\u00a0<\/a>\u2013 Realty Times<\/p>\n<p>WIN President Steve Wadlington weighed in on how home sellers can avoid problems down the line by hiring a qualified home inspector before they put their homes on the market.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.businessnewsdaily.com\/5315-work-with-spouse-tips.html\">Love and Business: 4 Tips for Working with your Significant Other<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Business News Daily<\/p>\n<p>Strategic-Partners Scott and Roxanne Bobowicz shared their insight on the challenges and advantages of owning a business with your spouse.<\/p>\n<p>Focus on Franchising: Cautious Optimism Defines Year Ahead\u00a0\u2013 The Wall Street Journal<\/p>\n<p>WIN\u2019s franchise opportunity was featured in the print version of the prestigious Wall Street Journal.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.homeinspector.org\/HomeInspectionNews\/navy-veteran-returns-home-to-start-home-inspection-business.12-27-2016.1564\/Details\/Story\">Navy veteran returns home to start home inspection business<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 HomeInspection.org<\/p>\n<p>Strategic-Partner Jason Vernier shares about his journey from naval hospital corpsman to WIN Home Inspection franchisee.<\/p>\n<p>WIN Home Inspection: Join a Winning Brand\u00a0\u2013 Global Franchise Magazine<\/p>\n<p>WIN earned a profile piece in this industry publication, detailing the strength of WIN\u2019s brand and the success of its franchisees.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/video.foxnews.com\/v\/5207501668001\/?#sp=show-clips\">Companies helping veterans by giving them jobs<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Fox &amp; Friends<\/p>\n<p>The WIN team returned to Fox &amp; Friends to share more about our company\u2019s commitment to partnering with veterans.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/www.rd.com\/home\/improvement\/homeowners-once-a-year\/\">16 Things All Smart Homeowners Do Once a Year<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Reader\u2019s Digest<\/p>\n<p>WIN President Steve Wadlington advised homeowners on how to spot problems with a house\u2019s foundation.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Working with WIN<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>These great moments from 2017 offer a snapshot of what we value at WIN Home Inspection: Safe homes and families, honest advice and happy, successful partners. Find a trained, friendly home inspector near you, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wini.com\/franchise\/?__hstc=46656120.dc996e3ab06bb6494960df57d237b092.1684849600065.1698844555155.1698852664693.458&amp;__hssc=46656120.9.1698852664693&amp;__hsfp=1223407647\">WIN Home Inspection<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s been a good year for WIN Home Inspection. 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