The Low-Cost Inspection Franchise for Growth-Minded Entrepreneurs
Launch Your Business with Our Proven Strategies & Winning Team
We Make It Easy to Build the Business You Want—And the Profit You Dream Of.
- Step-by-Step Business Launch Plan
Get started without the guesswork. Our proven plan makes launching your business simple.
- Nationwide Brand Recognition
Build credibility with a national brand trusted by real estate professionals for nearly 40 years.
- Ongoing Growth Coaching
Turn goals into an action plan with the guidance of our certified expert business coaches.
- Innovative Marketing Initiatives
Drive growth with smarter marketing. Our dedicated in-house team helps deliver real results.
- National Accounts Division
Grow revenue with our exclusive partnerships. Our National Accounts Division sends jobs directly to you.
From the technical support to the marketing support, the NPI home office provides all the tools you need. It’s all well-worth the investment. They provide so much referral business. There are many months where we really have no cost invested because we’re given so much business from the home office.
Daryle Wilken
Franchisee Since 2009
Why NPI?
Benefit from Our Top-Rated Franchise Support with Over 35 Years of Industry Experience
At NPI, our business owners receive exclusive territories, strategic support, peer mentorship, and unmatched resources. Gain the training, confidence, and community you need to build a thriving inspection business with lasting success.
National Property Inspections is proud to support our inspectors in the following ways:
Training & Field Support
National Property Inspections delivers best-in-class, expert-led training in residential and commercial inspections. With a combination of hands-on instruction and real experience in the field, franchisees gain the technical skills and confidence needed to launch their business.
Full-Service Marketing
NPI’s business coaches provide personalized guidance, helping franchisees implement strategies, manage growth, and achieve their goals with expert one-on-one support. Our digital marketing team delivers full-service websites, plus custom print and digital collateral designed to convert clients.
Ongoing Inspection Referrals
Our team doesn’t just help you build your business, we deliver unique opportunities directly to you. As an NPI business owner, you gain access to referrals from some of the nation’s leading names, courtesy of our National Accounts Department.
Why is the Inspection Industry Ideal for Former Military?
Military veterans thrive in the inspection industry—and we have the proof. Leveraging the discipline and leadership skills you learned during active duty, we empower veterans to confidently progress into a rewarding civilian career.
The Perfect Franchise for
As an inspector, you’ll make a positive impact on your community. Our franchise owners come from all backgrounds, some of which include auto sales, corporate IT, retail, and even dentistry. Owning a business takes drive, passion, and a growth mindset unique to entrepreneurship.
Think you have what it takes to become an inspector and small business owner?
Here are some of the traits that make you an ideal candidate.
Highly
Self-Motivated
Running your own business means setting your own pace. Successful franchise owners are proactive, disciplined, and ready to take initiative to reach their financial goals.
Excellent
Communication
Inspectors interact with homeowners, buyers, and real estate agents every day. Clear, confident communication helps you build trust and explain technical findings in ways clients understand.
Passion for Community
Your business thrives on community. Many of our franchise owners love being active in local organizations, giving back, and building relationships that strengthen their neighborhoods and contribute to business growth.
Enthusiasm for Networking
Real estate is a relationship-driven industry. A willingness to get out, meet new people, and create genuine connections opens the door to new opportunities and referrals.
Growth- & Goal-Oriented
Our best inspectors don’t just settle for “good enough.” They set ambitious goals, track progress, and strive for continuous improvement in both service and business.
Dedicated to Ongoing Education
Building codes, inspection technology, and best practices evolve. Staying committed to knowledge ensures you’re always offering top-quality, up-to-date inspection services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers to our most common franchise questions.
Do I need prior inspection experience?
No. We welcome candidates from varied backgrounds. We provide training and ongoing field coaching so you can become inspection-ready fast.
How much can I make?
How much you make with NPI is only limited by your own drive and commitment to growing your business. In 2025 across all locations, the average NPI franchisee grossed $118,880 in annual sales, with our top 10 percent of earners bringing in an average of $406,328.
Please see NPI’s FDD for further breakdown and explanation on these Item 19 revenue references.
Why should I buy a franchise instead of going independent?
When you start an independent inspection company, you’re building everything from scratch—branding, marketing, training, and systems. With NPI, you get instant credibility under a trusted national brand, plus a proven business model and expert support every step of the way. You have an entire Corporate staff with nearly 40 years of industry experience dedicated to your success and a network of fellow franchise owners who have been in your shoes and are there to mentor you along the way.
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