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Most of us have seen the show "It takes a thief". No matter the circumstance on how the house is unsecure, a reoccuring need is an inventory of what you have in your house. And prefferably some photos to compare what is left or lack there of in your rooms. This is something that is mentioned countless times throughout shows of these sorts. I could only imagine, an inventory plays a large part in a business also. So I guess what I am asking is would you all use this service for you home or business if it was priced similar to what it would be to get your carpet cleaned.

Thanks for the help

This is an interesting idea.  I think this is something we all know we should do, but never get around to it.  If there was a business that provided the service, and all I have to do is give them a call, that would easily get the job done.

Even if I need to help, once the call is made, and appointment set, the task is started.  If I try and do it myself, it is something I just keep putting off, and "do it later." 

If you appeal to the potential customer on an emotional level, how much harder it is to remember your possessions after a theft or catastrophe.  When your house is destroyed by a fire, for instance, do you really want to go over in your head every item you`ve lost??  This could really be marketed easily.  I`m not sure what price you are considering.

Would you also offer safekeeping services?  Would you keep copies of the pictures, video, other documentation?  I think this would add to the service, and give clients peace of mind that even if they have a copy, so does someone else.  Also, I`m sure you would advise clients to keep the documentation in a safety deposit box, but many will forget, or not get around to it.

Just a few thoughts,

ModJulie

I was planning on producing 2 cd`s of information for my client. One would stay with the client and the client would be told to give the other to a family member or friend. Like you <modjulie> stated they would be better off in a safety deposit box, or some sort of safe. I was also planning on selling those so the client would not have the possibility to forget to buy one.

I have although thought of buying a larger safe and storing them for a fee, such as free for the first year and years after would cost a fee.

One thing that I didnt cover in the initial post is that an update would be sig. cheaper than the initial visit.

Thanks for the input!

Chris

I noticed in your profile that you are a Police Officer.  This fact could prove vital in your marketing efforts.  Definitely gives you additional validity.

Julie