u/Recent-Sky5481

I'm currently making 35% as I'm not yet experienced. I will top out at 40% once I've been doing this for a year.

I pay for all my own fuel, vehicle, tools, etc. I have a drone, Flir, tablet, ladders, etc. Boss sets appts, keeps insurance, runs business. I set and retrieve radons. I take and drop off environmental tests. I get same 35% of those test fees. Inspections must be completed as per company policy, which is fine. A three hour inspection generally takes 2-3 hours to do the report. I know this is long, but this is just how they want it.

I'm on west coast in a HCOL area.

Is this fair? I'm feeling it is not fair. I see others of you making 40%, but you have tools and fuel covered, or a company vehicle.

Thoughts?

Thoughts?

I’m currently working as a home inspector for a small company (owner and two other employees). I’d like to know if I’m getting a fair shake, or not.

I’ve been licensed since last summer.

I was required to purchase all my own gear (tablet, drone, Flir, expensive ladder, all regular hand tools, etc). After getting my license from the state, I participated in a shadow training where I initially earned 15% of the fee, and it was gradually increased as I became more competent. I’m currently doing independent inspections, with a review of my findings and report in the evening by my supervisor. I now make 35%.

I have a 25 mile radius limit. I drive my own car and pay for my own gas. Inspections take about 3 hours, plus any time I have to add on for extra services. I get 35% for all extra services. If there is a test drop off, I drive that immediately after to the lab (total drive time to and from about 45 -60 min).

Report writing takes me about 3 hours. These are how the owner likes them written. I’m about 90-95% perfect right now, during review with supervisor. I’m getting rave reviews from clients, and some agents are referring to me specifically (makes me feel good, for sure).

Once I’m fully capable, I’ll make 60%.

I’m a W-2 employee. I believe my company owner to be a very fair person who is genuinely trying to be encouraging and generous. But I’m curious: is this a fair set up?

Thanks!