Franchisee of the Month

by Jill Abrahamsen

Support was the missing ingredient in Tim DiPadova’s private home-inspection business. “Going it alone was difficult. I was spreading myself too thin, wearing too many hats,” says DiPadova, owner of the Inspection Boys in Northeast Ohio. So the idea of converting the business to a franchise made a lot of sense.

In searching for the right franchise system, DiPadova did his due diligence. “I looked at several home inspection brands—five others to be exact—but The Inspection Boys stood out,” he says. A newer home-inspection franchise system, the New York-based brand is gaining traction for its high level of service and innovative marketing strategies.

DiPadova was impressed from the very first call. “I loved the energy and enthusiasm I got from the management team. I didn’t see that passion in the more established brands. They were very transparent and honest,” he says.

Direct access to the leadership of a franchise system is one of the many perks you get with a newer brand, and that appealed to DiPadova. “I immediately hit it off with CEO Matthew Rivera and President Rob Aglialoro. They have a great vision and really know the business. They are both down-to-earth guys with a true passion for the franchise,” DiPadova says.

Another benefit that comes with newer franchise brands is large territories, and that was a major selling point for DiPadova. “I am really pleased with my location and have an opportunity to keep expanding in the Ohio market without worrying about competition,” he says.

DiPadova enjoys working with his customers and helping them make informed decisions about home ownership. Now that the business has been converted to a franchise, he has more time to focus on the work instead of trying to do everything himself. “The franchise provides the latest in marketing search engine optimization (SEO). It’s nice not having to figure all that stuff out,” he says.

Besides marketing, the ongoing training and team approach at The Inspection Boys makes it easier for DiPadova to run the business. “It’s so nice to be able to make a phone call and get advice from the other franchisees or the management team. Being part of a network like this has been a game-changer for me,” he says. “The team has given me strategies on marketing the business at a local level, which has been great. They know what works.”

Thrilled with his decision, DiPadova looks forward to growing his business. “Moving to franchising has really been a win-win for me.” Learn more at www.inspectionboys.com.