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Getting Started with Hometrace

Last updated January 15, 2025

Set up your Hometrace account and start conducting professional home inspections.

Getting Started with Hometrace

Welcome to Hometrace. This guide will help you set up your account and start conducting professional home inspections.

What is Hometrace?

Hometrace is professional inspection software built for home inspectors. It provides everything you need to conduct inspections in the field and deliver professional reports to your clients.

Core capabilities:

  • iOS app with offline mode: Conduct inspections anywhere, sync when you're back online
  • Professional report generation: Create detailed inspection reports with photos
  • Contact management: Keep track of contractors, clients, and real estate agents
  • Payment processing: Collect payments through integrated Stripe processing

Account Setup

Join the Waitlist

Hometrace is currently in early access. To get started:

  1. Visit the sign up page
  2. Enter your email address to join the waitlist
  3. You'll receive an invitation when access is available

After Receiving Access

Once you have access:

  1. Complete your account setup with your professional details
  2. Configure your payment settings to accept client payments
  3. Download the iOS app to conduct inspections in the field

Download the iOS App

The Hometrace iOS app is where you'll conduct most of your inspections.

  1. You'll receive a TestFlight invitation during early access
  2. Download and install the app via TestFlight
  3. Log in with your account credentials
  4. The app will sync your account data

System requirements: iOS 15.0 or later

Your First Inspection

Once you're set up:

  1. Create a new inspection: Add property address and client details
  2. Conduct the inspection: Use the iOS app to document findings, take photos, and add notes
  3. Generate the report: Review and finalize the inspection
  4. Deliver to client: Send the report to your client
  5. Collect payment: Process payment through the platform

All inspection data syncs between the iOS app and web dashboard automatically when you're online. The app works fully offline during inspections and syncs later.

Key Features

Inspection Wizard

Create and manage inspections with a step-by-step wizard. Document areas, appliances, and findings with photos and notes.

Templates

Set up reusable templates with pre-configured areas and appliance specs to speed up your workflow.

Contact Management

Maintain a database of contractors, clients, and real estate agents for easy reference and recommendations.

Payment Processing

Connect your Stripe account to accept payments directly when delivering reports.

Getting Help

Need assistance?

Next Steps

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