The Spectora mobile app’s Report Summary feature is a powerful tool designed to streamline the inspection process and make it easy for clients, agents, and inspectors to review key findings. This guide walks you through how to read and navigate the report summary so you can make the most of this feature.
❇️ Pro-tip: If you are wondering how to read the web report you can click here: How to Read a Home Inspection Report.
What is the Report Summary?
The Report Summary provides a concise overview of the most important findings from an inspection. Rather than scrolling through the entire report, you can jump straight to the items that require attention—like major defects, safety concerns, or recommended repairs.
Viewing the Report Summary
In this section, you'll see how to find and view the report summary in the V10 app.
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Tap on the inspection in your app dashboard to open it
Swipe up on the Reports tab
Tap "Summary" below the report name
Your report summary will now show
You'll see the number of defects for each category in the top right corner
Tap the icons to select which defect categories you want to see in the summary
Select which defect types you want to see
Each defect will show which section/item it is under, any professional recommendations, and all associated text & photos
To see more info or to edit the defect comment, tap on the name
Understanding the Report Summary
When you access the Report Summary within the Spectora mobile app, you’ll see a categorized list of key items. Each section is organized by importance or type of issue (e.g., Safety Concerns, Major Defects, Maintenance Items).
Here’s how to navigate it:
Categories at a Glance: The summary is divided into categories, making it easy to spot which areas of the property have significant findings. Categories might include Structural Issues, Electrical Systems, Plumbing, or Roof, depending on your inspection template.
Item Details and Comments: Tapping on any item within the summary brings you to a more detailed view, where you’ll see inspector comments, photos, videos, and recommendations. This helps you quickly understand the severity of the issue and what actions might be needed.
Photo and Video Integration: The Report Summary integrates multimedia directly into the findings. Visual evidence, like annotated photos and videos, adds clarity, ensuring everyone involved understands the condition being reported.
Sorting and Filtering Options: In some cases, you may want to prioritize which issues to address first. The summary allows you to sort or filter items by significance, making it easy to focus on what’s most urgent.
Using the Summary to Facilitate Communication
The Report Summary is especially helpful when discussing inspection findings with clients or agents. Since it highlights only the most crucial information, it streamlines decision-making and helps avoid getting lost in less critical details. Whether you’re at a property or reviewing the report later, the summary keeps everyone on the same page.
Best Practices for Clients and Agents
For Clients: Use the Report Summary as your starting point to understand the most pressing issues in your inspection. From there, dive into the detailed comments to determine the next steps.
For Agents: The summary is an excellent tool for quickly gauging the overall condition of a property and prioritizing negotiations or repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I share the report summary with the client or agent?
The summary is part of the web and PDF reports available to the client and agent at the time of publishing. If you need to share the report summary with someone else, you can send them the URL with these steps here.
If you have any questions or feedback, write into our chat bubble or email support@spectora.com!
