Computer generated and hand-typed narrative reports often require reading through from front to back in order to determine whether the inspector found any significant defects. This is tedious and time consuming at best, although the narrative report does provide some liability protection and can be quite informative. Simple checklists show you the defects immediately but make no mention of the consequences of not making the repairs, never explain the meaning of construction terminology, and rarely help the buyer make informed decisions. The Uniform Building Inspection Report^TM provides the buyer with the best of both worlds. Ten "findings tables" are provided as a quick reference of defects, and over 200 pages of narratives for repair and maintenance tips, and obscure disclosures are provided for additional information. Agents are provided with copies of the "findings tables" alone, since most agents require only a sundry list of deficiencies and are rarely interested in reading narratives. Agents who are given a complimentary copy of the book find it invaluable in addressing their own client's questions and concerns.

A Complete Package In One Binding:
Record your findings as you progress through the inspection. At the end of the inspection, copies for the inspector and for each agent are removed from the book. Copies of invoices and pre-inspection agreement are removed from the book to complete three quick reference copies of the report. The inspector needs nothing more than the inspection tools, a pen , and a stapler.

Liability Reduction:
Over 155 disclosures, inspection limitations and exclusions help reduce liabilities for the inspector as well as for the agent. Clients appreciate learning about the inspection process and its limitations. They're especially grateful that you disclose unforeseen potential problems to them...and you can accomplish this merely by observing the existence of a component and then by checking it off in the "Components, Conditions, and Applications Sections."
As the client reads through the report he or she becomes fully aware of what the inspector is up against and why some parts of the inspection are so limited.
In the "Inspector's Comments Section" well worded comments from the inspector will reduce call-backs to near zero.

Be More Productive:
Not having to return to the office to type reports, or to transfer information from a hand-held computer to another computer, in order to dress up the report, and by not having to waste valuable time with a printer at the inspection site, obviously adds more hours to the day. After learning a few fundamentals any inspector can perform 3 per day using this systematic approach.

Reduce Inspector "Burn-Out":
Inspector "burnout" is not uncommon in this industry. Use of this reporting system reduces burnout immeasurably. By using the simple "letter-code" check system one is able to disclose any findings, large or small, without appearing to be excessive. This feature reduces stress and fatigue associated with determining whether or not to call a particular deficiency.

An Inspection Guide:
Using the Components, Conditions, and Applications tables enables the inspector to quickly determine when everything has been reviewed. Over 575 components and building characteristics are listed. The "Inspectors Findings Tables" cover over 1900 common problems and characteristic situations found in and around the average property, with space provided to mention situations not-so-common. Review of these tables significantly reduces costly oversights.
The Uniform Building Inspection Report^TM is designed for varying levels of inspections and additionally covers Pools. Spas, Kitchens, Appliances and Site conditions

No Summary Page:
The secret is in the letter codes. By using a particular letter code to indicate the significance of each deficiency, or finding recorded, the inspector effectively identifies those situations which would ordinarily be transferred to a summary page. The redundant recording of a summary page is eliminated.

Widely Accepted:
Work on the report system began in 1985 by the author, Paul B. Cothran, a California General Contractor with over 35 years experience in the building industry. The system was to be thoroughly tested and developed over a five year period before being released. It has been a complete success from the outset. Thousands of inspections have been performed using the Uniform Building Inspection Report^TM system with zero problems related to the system.
The Uniform Building Inspection Report^TM is now recognized nationally and is fast becoming "number one" in production reporting.

^{The report includes:}

• ^{10 "Findings Pages" covering over 1850 common and technical problems found during a routine inspection.}

• ^{Over 575 components and applications listed which serve to provide the buyer with an accurate profile of the property.}

• ^{Over 200 pages of repair and maintenance techniques uniquely suited to the property, as well as disclosure information and inspection limitations which ordinarily cannot be conveyed during the inspection.}

• ^{Agents copies, specially designed for quick comprehension, recorded and presented at the site.}

• ^{Over 200 pages of backup information for each item the inspector checked on the findings pages. This will assure you of a better understanding of the property, the inspection process, and many maintenance considerations.}

• ^{Meets  all Inspection Association Standards of Practice.}

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