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Everything in one place

Seven ways to get more out of Spectora and the home inspection industry — pick where you want to start.

 

About Spectora

What is Spectora all about? Meet the founders and the mission behind the platform.

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Spectora University

Your place to learn the industry's top inspection platform — quick-start videos and full walkthroughs.

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Spectora Labs

Take a look at what's next — Match, the Scheduling Agent, and what's shipping now.

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Home Inspector Licensing

Everything you need to know about becoming a home inspector — requirements, fees, and renewals by state.

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Spectora vs. the Competition

See how Spectora compares to other home inspection software — feature by feature.

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The Blog

The top home inspection blog from the top software in the industry — tips, marketing, and business growth.

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Video Library

Webinars, product demos, and Spectora Spotlight Q&A sessions — watch right on the page.

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LATEST VIDEO

How Home Inspectors Are Using AI to Write Reports 25% Faster

Home inspector Chris Skinner is writing reports 25% faster with Spectora's Match— see how it matches his voice notes to comments he's already approved. New videos get featured here as they go live.

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STATE LICENSING GUIDE

Do you need a license to inspect homes?

It depends on your state. 30+ states regulate the profession and require pre-licensing schooling, a state exam, E&O insurance, and continuing education. This page is maintained against current state board sources — click through for requirements, fees, and renewals.

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SPECTORA LABS

Built with inspectors, for what's next

See what's new, what we're working on, and how you can help shape it. 3 products currently in early access.

EARLY ACCESS

Match

Speak your observations and snap photos as you go — Match pairs your findings to comments already approved in your template. Up to 25% time savings per inspection.

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EARLY ACCESS

AI Scheduling Agent

Picks up calls and books inspections when you can't get to the phone. Checks availability, answers questions, and hands off to your team when needed.

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AI Connector (MCP) & Public API

Connect AI tools like Claude or ChatGPT to your Spectora data. Ask questions in plain language, and build custom integrations with the public API.

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FEATURE COMPARISON

Spectora vs. other home inspection software

A feature-by-feature breakdown against HomeGauge, HIP, PalmTech, Tap Inspect, ISN, Scribeware, Inspector Toolbelt, Binsr, and Hive — from report writing to automation to mobile access.

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WINNER: SPECTORA All-in-one platform
WINNER: SPECTORA Value for money
WINNER: SPECTORA Mobile + desktop flexibility
WINNER: SPECTORA Report-writing experience
WINNER: SPECTORA Support & training

THE BLOG

Latest from the blog

Home inspection tips, marketing advice, and business growth strategies — updated weekly.

Switched from Horizon to Spectora: What Inspectors Said After 30 Days

Switched from Horizon to Spectora: What Inspectors Said After 30 Days

Inspectors who switched from Horizon to Spectora say the move was faster and easier than they expected. Most were running real inspections within a...

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How to Pass the National Home Inspector Exam

How to Pass the National Home Inspector Exam

The National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) is the last big hurdle between you and a home inspection license in most states. It's four hours, 200...

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Why Every Home Inspector Needs a Website in 2027

Why Every Home Inspector Needs a Website in 2027

Buyers and agents will look you up before they call. A quality home inspector website shows you're credible, answers their questions, and lets them...

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How Do Home Inspectors Market Pay at Close to Real Estate Agents?

How Do Home Inspectors Market Pay at Close to Real Estate Agents?

Tell agents in one sentence that their buyers can pay for the inspection at closing, with no upfront cost and no credit check. Then add it to your...

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What Happens If a Home Sale Falls Through After the Inspection? Spectora Pay at Close FAQ

What Happens If a Home Sale Falls Through After the Inspection? Spectora Pay at Close FAQ

The short answer: With Spectora Pay at Close, the inspector is paid within 1-2 business days of publishing the report, even if the home sale never...

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How to Switch from Home Inspector Pro to Spectora

How to Switch from Home Inspector Pro to Spectora

You've spent years building your Home Inspector Pro template, and new software shouldn't mean starting over. Here's how to bring that template to...

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