Residential Mid to High Value Insurance Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 1,116 - 1,674; Full time

Job summary

Signature Companies is recruiting independent contractors to perform residential insurance inspections on a 1099 basis. You will travel to client locations, capture photographs, take measurements, and prepare detailed reports for underwriters.

Reports are submitted online; you set your own schedule with a 21‑day turnaround per inspection and invoices are processed monthly through our cloud system. Reliable transportation and a fast internet connection are required.

Qualifications

• At least two years of comparable experience in home inspection, loss control, or underwriting.
• Reliable transportation and high‑speed internet connection.
• Own smartphone, tablet and PC; proficiency with reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with homeowners and conduct on‑site surveys.
• Take photographs and measure property features for reports.
• Document construction details and ownership risks.
• Identify underwriting concerns and outline recommendations.
• Compile replacement‑cost estimates and full inspection reports.
• Submit reports online and ensure quality before underwriting.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Digital reporting proficiency

Education

BA/BS degree preferred

CPCU or IIA certifications preferred

Tools

Inventory & reporting software

Digital camera

Measuring wheel

Windows PC

Job description

Signature Companies is hiring independent contractors as Residential Insurance Inspectors. As a 1099 contractor, you will travel to client locations, conduct inspections, take photographs, record measurements, and produce detailed reports that are reviewed before submission to underwriters. Work is paid per completed report, with invoices processed monthly through our cloud‑based system. You set your own schedule while meeting a 21‑day turnaround for each inspection.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with homeowners and conduct on‑site surveys.
• Take photographs and perform detailed measurements of the property.
• Document construction details, unique architectural features, and ownership risks.
• Identify underwriting concerns and outline recommendations to prevent future losses.
• Compile a written replacement‑cost estimate and full inspection report from your home office.
• Submit reports online and ensure quality checks are met before forwarding to underwriting staff.

Requirements

• At least two years of comparable experience (e.g., home inspector, loss control, or underwriting).
• Reliable transportation and a high‑speed internet connection.
• Digital camera, measuring wheel or equivalent tool, and Microsoft Windows PC.
• Proficiency with inventory and reporting software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Preferred: prior underwriting or residential inspection experience, construction background, loss‑control experience, BA/BS degree. Preferred certifications include CPCU or IIA.
• Must own a smartphone, tablet, and personal computer.