Residential Mid to High Value Insurance Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; Lake Elmo (MN); On-site; USD 1,116 - 2,232; Part time

Job summary

Signature Companies is seeking independent contractors to perform residential insurance inspections. As a 1099 contractor, you will travel to client locations, conduct inspections, take photos, record measurements, and produce detailed reports for underwriters.

You set your own schedule with a 21-day turnaround per inspection; pay is per completed report with monthly invoicing through our cloud system. Must own modern devices and have reliable transport and internet access.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of comparable experience (home inspector, loss control, underwriting).
• Own reliable transportation and internet access.
• Own digital camera, measuring tool, Windows PC, and reporting software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with homeowners for on-site surveys.
• Take photographs and measure property dimensions.
• Document construction details and ownership risks.
• Identify underwriting concerns and outline mitigation recommendations.
• Prepare replacement-cost estimates and inspection reports from home office.
• Submit reports online after quality checks for underwriting review.

Skills

Two years experience

Organizational skills

Reliability

Proficiency with inventory/reporting

Smartphone/tablet/PC ownership

Education

BA/BS degree (preferred)

CPCU or IIA certification (preferred)

Tools

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.