Does Amerispec Inspection Services provide support for outdated software?
Amerispec_Inspection_Services Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
tations on our right to access and use that information and data, even if the data is maintained by a third party.
We do not provide any support for computer hardware/software operated on computer systems that do not meet our current specifications or for outdated (not current version) software. As the required software is updated, you may need to upgrade or supplement hardware and related items in order to continue to use it. You must upgrade your computer equipment and purchase any additional equipment we specify to accommodate our software or to improve the overall effectiveness and competitiveness of your Franchised Business. We do not expect the cost of these upgrades to be more than $4,000 per full-time inspector used by you, in any 24-month period. There are no contractual limitatio
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 24–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Amerispec Inspection Services FDD, they do not provide support for outdated software. Specifically, Amerispec Inspection Services will not provide support for computer hardware or software that does not meet their current specifications, including software that is not the current version.
As the required software is updated, franchisees may need to upgrade or supplement their existing hardware and related items to maintain compatibility. Amerispec Inspection Services estimates that these upgrades will not cost more than $4,000 per full-time inspector in any 24-month period.
Prospective franchisees should be aware that there are no contractual limitations on how frequently Amerispec Inspection Services may require system upgrades or updates during the franchise term. This means that franchisees could potentially face unexpected costs to maintain compatibility with the franchisor's required systems.