Tim Burke knows homes from the inside out and he believes that makes him a perfect fit as he launches a new career as an owner within the Pillar To Post Home Inspectors® network, the largest home inspection franchise in North America. The Herndon, Va., resident will serve homebuyers and sellers throughout Fairfax and Loudoun counties.
The 54-year-old Burke has started and sold several home-centric businesses of his own, ranging from custom window coverings and custom closets to handyman and renovation services. “I felt it gave me a well-rounded background that will greatly assist me in growing my business.” Burke said.
Burke was downsized from his last position following a previous merger and he decided the time was right for him to go back into business for himself. “I had always thought about home inspections and figured why not now?” Burke said. “I wanted to work with a franchise to expedite my learning curve and utilize the additional resources a franchisor provides. It took only a little research before I realized Pillar To Post Home Inspectors was the best in the business.”
Burke is a perfect fit for 500 plus locations chain and the business model affords him the opportunity to structure the business as he sees fit, whether hiring employees or doing it all himself. One thing is certain, Burke couldn’t be more eager to launch the next chapter of his life as he returns to being a small business owner.
“I am also excited about the opportunity to educate and instill confidence in millennials, who are now becoming home buyers,” said Burke.
Skipping a home inspection can be costly. A survey from insurance firm Hippo found that most homeowners – 77 percent – had to pay for an unexpected repair within the first year of owning a house. During COVID and the subsequent housing boom, many buyers skipped contingencies like home inspections, on contracts for a scramble to win the scarce homes available. Later this contributed to their remorse for spending too much money and rushing into buying.
“No one should skip a home inspection or be put in that situation ever again,” said Burke. “The housing market around Washington, D.C., is one of the more stable markets in the country.”
For Information visit https://timburketeam.pillartopost.com or call 703-826-0900.
About Pillar To Post Home Inspectors®
Founded in 1994, Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is the largest home inspection company in North America with home offices in Toronto and Tampa. There are over 550 franchises located in 49 states and nine Canadian provinces. Long-term plans include adding 500 to 600 new franchisees over the next five years. For further information, please visit www.pillartopost.com, or for info about a franchise go to www.pillartopostfranchise.com