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Findings are the core of your inspection report. Each finding represents a specific defect, observation, or item you want to call out — from a cracked ceiling joist to a missing GFCI outlet to a water heater nearing the end of its service life. InspectIQ gives you a fast, structured way to capture findings on-site so your report is thorough, consistent, and ready to deliver.
Findings are the primary content of your final report. Every finding you record — complete with its description, severity rating, photos, and location — will appear in the appropriate section of the delivered report. Taking a moment to capture each one completely on-site saves significant editing time later.

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What Is a Finding?

A finding is any specific item you want to document during an inspection. This could be:
  • A defect that requires repair or replacement (for example, damaged flashing at the chimney)
  • An observation that isn’t a defect but is worth noting (for example, a previous repair that appears complete)
  • A maintenance item the homeowner should address to prevent future issues (for example, caulking around a bathtub)
  • A safety concern that needs immediate attention (for example, exposed electrical wiring)
Each finding lives within a specific area of the inspection and can include a title, description, severity level, photos, and location details.

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Adding a New Finding

1

Open the Relevant Area

From the area list, tap the area where the finding is located — for example, Kitchen or Attic.
2

Tap 'Add Finding'

Scroll down past the area overview section and tap + Add Finding. A new finding form opens.
3

Enter or Select a Title

Type a title for the finding, or tap Browse Library to choose from a pre-written entry in the finding library. If you select a library item, the title and description fields will auto-fill with standard language you can customize.
4

Set the Severity

Tap the Severity field and select the appropriate level:
  • Major Defect — A significant issue that affects the safety, function, or structural integrity of the home and typically requires prompt professional attention.
  • Minor Defect — A defect that should be repaired but does not pose an immediate safety risk or structural concern.
  • Maintenance Item — A routine upkeep task that, if left unaddressed, could develop into a more serious issue.
  • Note — An observation, disclosure, or informational item that doesn’t require action but is worth documenting.
5

Write a Description

In the Description field, describe the finding in clear, plain language. Explain what you observed, where it is located within the area, and — when appropriate — what you recommend. You can type or use voice-to-text.
6

Add Photos

Tap the camera icon in the Photos section to capture images of the finding, or tap Choose from Library to import existing photos from your camera roll. Add as many photos as needed, and annotate them to point out specific concerns.
7

Confirm the Location

If the finding is tied to a specific spot within the area (for example, the northeast corner of the basement or the second-floor hallway ceiling), tap the Location field and add a brief note.
8

Save the Finding

Tap Save or tap the back arrow to return to the area screen. Your finding is saved automatically and appears in the finding list for that area.

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Using the Finding Library

The finding library is a built-in collection of pre-written titles and descriptions for the most common defects and observations inspectors encounter. Using it saves time and helps you maintain consistent, professional language across every report.
Get in the habit of checking the finding library before typing a description from scratch. Search by keyword — like “flashing,” “GFCI,” or “efflorescence” — and you’ll often find a ready-made entry that fits perfectly. You can always edit the pre-filled text to match the specific conditions you observed.
To search the library while adding a finding:
  1. Tap Browse Library from the finding form.
  2. Type a keyword into the search bar or browse by category (Electrical, Plumbing, Roof, etc.).
  3. Tap any entry to preview the title and default description.
  4. Tap Use This Finding to populate the form with that entry’s content.
You can also add your own custom entries to the library for defects you encounter frequently. See the Finding Library settings guide for instructions.

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Duplicating a Finding

If the same defect appears in multiple areas — for example, damaged window caulking in both the living room and the master bedroom — you don’t have to create the finding from scratch each time.
  1. Open the finding you want to duplicate.
  2. Tap the options menu (three dots) in the top-right corner.
  3. Select Duplicate Finding.
  4. In the dialog that appears, choose the area (or areas) where you want to copy the finding.
  5. Tap Duplicate. An identical copy of the finding appears in each selected area, where you can edit the description or photos as needed to reflect the specific conditions in that space.

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Deleting or Archiving a Finding

To delete a finding:
  1. Open the finding.
  2. Tap the options menu (three dots) and select Delete Finding.
  3. Confirm the deletion. Deleted findings are permanently removed and cannot be recovered.
To archive a finding: Archiving lets you hide a finding from the report without deleting it permanently — useful if you’re unsure whether an item warrants inclusion and want to decide later.
  1. Open the finding.
  2. Tap the options menu and select Archive Finding.
  3. The finding is hidden from the active findings list but can be viewed and restored from the Archived filter at any time during the inspection.
Deleting a finding is permanent. If there’s any chance you might want the information later, use Archive instead so you can restore it before completing the inspection.