This guide covers the creation of a basic account, accessing the zInspector website, and downloading the app, with a few extra tips and tricks thrown in along the way.

In zInspector, a Basic account is ideal for a single user such as a tenant, homeowner, or any user with fewer than five properties (meaning units or, as they say in the business, “doors”).

Create a Basic Account

1. Sign up. Register here then sign in to the website.
2. Download zInspector 3 to your mobile device (iOS or Android), open it, and log in.
3. Create a Test Property on the app or website.
   1. On the app, tap Property/Unit then tap +New at the bottom of the screen.
   2. On the website, select Properties from the Properties menu. Click on the +New button and select Property/Unit or Multi-Unit Property from the dropdown menu.
4. Log into the app and tap the Sync icon (green circling arrows) to get up-to-date with any recent website changes.
5. Use Quick Pictures on the mobile app: Pretend you are creating a Repair request.
   • Tap on Property/Unit and select a test property.
   • Tap on Quick Pictures
   • Tap on Activity… Tap to Select and select Repair.
   • Tap the camera icon at bottom center of the screen to take a photo showing the item that needs to be repaired.
   • Tap on Area then Detail, Action, and Comments to provide information on the Repair request as desired. Example: Kitchen, Faucet/Plumbing, Repairs Required, “Leaking steadily.”
   • Tap the back button ( the < symbol at lower left) and confirm that you want a Report processed for the Notice activity. To send the Repair request (e.;g., to your handyman) do one of the following:
     • On the app: tap on Timeline/History on the main screen, tap on the Repair activity, tap Email, select or enter an email address, and tap Send.
     • On the website: go to Timeline, select the Repair activity, and click on Download, Email/Distribute, or Share HTML as appropriate.
6. Use Inspect on the mobile app: Pretend you are doing a Move-In Inspection.
   • • Tap on Property/Unit and select a test property.
     • Tap on Inspect.
     • Tap on Move In.
     • Perform your inspection by taking photos, adding comments, and providing ratings. For items you mark as Damaged (D) or requiring Action (!), make sure to provide both a photo and a comment (required by default).  To change this for future inspections, see this article.
     • At the end of the inspection, acquire the relevant signatures and submit the report.
7. Ensure Quick Uploading of your Inspection Data. Keep your app open when you return to WiFi. When your Queue on the mobile app (the number icon to the right of zInspector.com) is at 0 (zero) all your work has uploaded. Log in to zInspector.com and review your inspections in Timeline.

Questions? Email us any time at support@zinspector.com.