(EAST MEADOW, NY) --It’s certainly not the best time to be penny-wise and pound-foolish. Simple math quickly demonstrates that a home inspection is money well-spent when making what is typically the largest single investment most people will ever make. “That’s one piece of advice that’s hard to argue,” says Richard Delgado, the new owner of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, serving Queens and Long Island in New York. “No one needs surprises with what they are spending to buy a home in today’s market.”

And as far as choosing home inspection as a new career, these are industry facts: The U.S. building inspector industry, measured by revenue, is estimated to have a current market size of $4.9 billion according to global research firm IBISWorld.

Launching operations now, the 45-year-old Delgado– an East Meadow resident – is a perfect example of someone with the knowledge and passion that provide the perfect combination for success as a Pillar To Post Home Inspectors franchise owner.

Prior to joining Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, Delgado worked for ComEdison Power and then started a handyman/cleaning company. That’s where he learned how things worked and how homes are built and are maintained.

“I always wanted to own a business that I can be proud of and help the community,” Delgado said. “That experience will be invaluable in my new career with Pillar To Post Home Inspectors.” I wanted a business that I can set my own hours and not be tied to 24/7 work shifts as in my past.”

Delgado also had an equally important goal and it centered upon his family. “I wanted my sons to know you could take control of your own time, work hard for yourself and be able to build a life you want on your own terms. A good work/ family balance, and waking up happy to do my job became very important to me,” said Delgado.

Timing for launching his new career couldn’t be better. Home inspections have become a vital part of the real estate sector, providing buyers and sellers with reliable information about the condition and value of a property. Pillar to Post Home Inspectors has been at the forefront with its outstanding and innovative technologies that were introduced just in time to provide contactless home inspections during the pandemic.

Delgado is a perfect fit for Pillar To Post Home Inspectors and the business model affords him the opportunity to structure his business as he sees fit, whether hiring employees or doing it all himself. One thing is certain, Delgado couldn’t be more eager to launch the next chapter of his life as a small business owner.

Today’s homebuyer – especially in the ever-changing housing market – would be wise to turn to Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, given some recent findings. According to Clever Real Estate, 72 percent of homebuyers who purchased in 2021 or 2022 have regrets over their home purchase. The most common factors that contributed to their remorse were spending too much money and rushing into buying.

And there are some other important considerations to mull in addition to a home’s square footage and number of bathrooms. Clever’s survey also found that almost half of homebuyers – 43 percent – made financial concessions like waiving a home inspection amid fierce competition for homes, according to CNBC. And skipping that 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. Two-thirds of respondents said those fixes cost more than $1,000, said the CNBC report.

“I’m excited about all the market trends,” said Delgado. “I see opportunity for a fresh, new face with a fresh, new marketing strategy to enter my local real estate market and help stimulate home sales.

For information visit delgadoteam.pillartopost.com or call 516-408-2999.

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 nearly 558 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