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How should online orders be treated which are automatically scheduled?
How should online orders be treated which are automatically scheduled?
What is the correct opening for a live chat interaction?
What is the correct opening for a live chat interaction?
How long should you wait for a response in a chat before reaching out to confirm if the person is still there?
How long should you wait for a response in a chat before reaching out to confirm if the person is still there?
What action should be taken if you receive a Yelp lead?
What action should be taken if you receive a Yelp lead?
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How are Guaranteed Google leads received?
How are Guaranteed Google leads received?
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Under which conditions should 3rd party reports be manually sent as an attachment?
Under which conditions should 3rd party reports be manually sent as an attachment?
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What is the latest time that an inspection can be scheduled for the next day?
What is the latest time that an inspection can be scheduled for the next day?
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When are clients/agents called before the end of inspection?
When are clients/agents called before the end of inspection?
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What should happen with an unscheduled inspection to ensure visibility on the calendar?
What should happen with an unscheduled inspection to ensure visibility on the calendar?
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When scheduling a pre-listing inspection, what is a mandatory step to complete at scheduling?
When scheduling a pre-listing inspection, what is a mandatory step to complete at scheduling?
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How is a detached garage handled in an inspection if there is no attached garage?
How is a detached garage handled in an inspection if there is no attached garage?
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When is thermal imaging included in a home inspection?
When is thermal imaging included in a home inspection?
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How is finished basement square footage accounted for in a home?
How is finished basement square footage accounted for in a home?
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What must you do to ensure a sprinkler system inspection is properly accounted for?
What must you do to ensure a sprinkler system inspection is properly accounted for?
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When should payment be made for stand alone services?
When should payment be made for stand alone services?
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Who is responsible for obtaining access if a termite inspection is done outside of the home inspection date/time?
Who is responsible for obtaining access if a termite inspection is done outside of the home inspection date/time?
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What is a requirement for scheduling a radon pick up if the radon device being dropped during the home inspection?
What is a requirement for scheduling a radon pick up if the radon device being dropped during the home inspection?
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Who performs stand alone mold inspections?
Who performs stand alone mold inspections?
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Who is responsible for performing inspections at Total Home Consultants?
Who is responsible for performing inspections at Total Home Consultants?
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What should be done if there is a need to confirm deviations from the schedule?
What should be done if there is a need to confirm deviations from the schedule?
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What is a restriction regarding start time changes for inspections on busy days?
What is a restriction regarding start time changes for inspections on busy days?
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Which inspector is certified by both InterNACHI and IAC2?
Which inspector is certified by both InterNACHI and IAC2?
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What unique qualification does Chris Wolter have regarding radon inspections?
What unique qualification does Chris Wolter have regarding radon inspections?
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What time slots are available for inspections conducted by Craig Diego?
What time slots are available for inspections conducted by Craig Diego?
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In the event of a light inspection week, what is the policy regarding inspection scheduling?
In the event of a light inspection week, what is the policy regarding inspection scheduling?
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Who should NOT be given Mike Scheiderich's Google Voice number?
Who should NOT be given Mike Scheiderich's Google Voice number?
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What is the maximum number of inspections that Chris can do in one day if one of the homes is over 3,000 sq ft?
What is the maximum number of inspections that Chris can do in one day if one of the homes is over 3,000 sq ft?
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In which scenario can a second inspection be scheduled on the same day?
In which scenario can a second inspection be scheduled on the same day?
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What is the allowable drive time approval given by Chris for appointments?
What is the allowable drive time approval given by Chris for appointments?
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Which time slot is preferred for scheduling home inspections when only one is scheduled for the day?
Which time slot is preferred for scheduling home inspections when only one is scheduled for the day?
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What should be avoided when scheduling an inspection if there's already an afternoon appointment?
What should be avoided when scheduling an inspection if there's already an afternoon appointment?
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How should the scheduling flexibility change during the year based on the inspection volume?
How should the scheduling flexibility change during the year based on the inspection volume?
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What is the preferred method for contacting Chris if a cell number is requested?
What is the preferred method for contacting Chris if a cell number is requested?
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What is Chris's certification status relevant to his work?
What is Chris's certification status relevant to his work?
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Study Notes
Online Orders
- All online orders are automatically scheduled.
- Treat online orders as unscheduled; contact the scheduler, gain access, and use Inspector Fees & QC forms.
Live Chat
- Total Home Consultants offers live chat in the VCC.
- Chat screen alerts the user about the company.
- Initiate the chat by welcoming the customer and inquiring about their needs.
- Manage chats like phone calls.
- Respond to chats in the same manner as you would to phone calls.
- If a chat partner doesn't respond within 2 minutes, ask if they are still there.
- If no reply after another 2 minutes, end the chat and provide the option to reach out again; either by chat or by phone (678) 985-9800.
Yelp
- Yelp leads are no longer handled.
- Forward Yelp emails to Mike ([email protected]).
Guaranteed Google
- Guaranteed Google Leads are sent to a designated alias email.
- To reply to the lead, click the link provided in the email.
Uploading 3rd Party Reports (Termite & Sewer Scope)
- Upload 3rd party reports as attachments only.
- Manual delivery to the client and BA only if the order is paid in full.
- The service agreement must be signed and the report must have already been sent.
- Otherwise, attachments are sent with the final report.
- Download and upload instructions for 3rd-party reports are available HERE.
- 3rd party stand alone reports must be uploaded to complete the order.
Incomplete Orders
- Follow up on all incomplete orders.
Latest Time to Schedule Next Day
- 7:00 PM EST
Latest Time to Contact Agents/Clients
- 8:00 PM EST
Attendance
- Encourage attendance at inspections whenever possible.
- Contact the client 30 minutes before the inspection's end.
- Allow clients/agents to attend from the start of the inspection if desired.
Scheduling Procedures
- Mark unscheduled inspections as "ISN Open Inspections" to make their quotes visible on the calendar should someone not book.
Pre-Listing Inspections (Owner Selling)
- Collect payment at the time of scheduling.
- Obtain the client's current mailing address and date of birth, if possible.
Outbuildings/Detached Buildings
- Living spaces situated separately from the home are eligible for additional charges (details in ISN).
- Detached garages, without attached space, are included in the inspection.
- Garages connected by a breezeway are considered attached.
Thermal Imaging/Infrared
- Included in home inspections as needed. Not provided as an extra service or separate report.
Finished Basements
- Include the finished basement square footage in the total home square footage.
Sprinkler Systems
- Sprinkler system inspections require an extra fee. Ensure the checkbox and associated cost are entered correctly.
Termite Inspections
- Includes termite inspections for full-home inspections (excludes new construction, pre-listing, and standalone inspections).
- Arrow Exterminating performs termite inspections — add them as a separate inspector.
- Have the 3rd party confirm the termite inspection.
Sewer Scope Inspections
- Sewer Scope is conducted by a 3rd party Sewer Consultant — add the consultant as a separate inspector.
- Obtain 3rd party confirmation.
Radon Inspections
- Pre-payment needed for early radon drops.
- Add the "Radon Technician" as an additional inspector.
- Chris Wolter is designated for radon pick-ups/drops, outside of inspections.
- Schedule "Radon Pick Up" event using Chris Wolter for radon procedures during the inspection, 2 days after.
- Choose Radon pick up time slot of 1:30 PM.
- If Radon drop/pick-up differs from the inspection date, add both (drop and pick-up) events, 48 hours apart, unless Radon is picked-up on the same day (during the inspection), skipping the Radon Pick-up 2-day event
- Weekend radon pick-ups are permitted.
- If necessary for radon drops, pick-ups or any other tasks, outside of inspection times access must be granted. Confirm any deviations or distance with Mike via SMS, not the inspector.
- Chris does all radon pick-ups, scheduled 2 days later at 1:30 PM. Access required for pick-up.
Standalone Services (Mold, Sewer Scope, Radon)
- Payment required at scheduling for standalone services.
Mold Inspections
- Performed by Total Home Consultants inspectors.
- Book an inspection in a regular time slot.
Sewer Scope Inspections
- Conducted by Sewer Consultants.
- Live chat is available through Total Home Consultants in the VCC, where you should welcome customers and address their needs as you would in phone calls. After 2 minutes of silence from the customer, prompt them, and if there's still no response after another 2 minutes, end the chat, offering options to reconnect via chat or by phone at (678) 985-9800. Yelp leads are no longer processed; instead, forward Yelp emails.need to add any Total Home Consultants inspectors. Add the Sewer Scope inspector.
Radon Inspections
- Conducted by contracted radon technicians.
- Add the Radon Technician and Chris Wolter to the order.
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This quiz covers essential customer service protocols for handling online orders, live chats, and Yelp leads. It emphasizes effective communication techniques and appropriate response strategies to ensure a high-quality client experience. Familiarize yourself with these guidelines to enhance customer satisfaction.