Inspect-It 1st Property Inspection, one of the nation’s leading providers of residential and commercial property inspections, is pleased to announce that Jeff Leighton of Scarborough, Maine was awarded the prestigious Franchisee of the Year Award.

Franchise owners from across the country arrived in Phoenix, Arizona for the Inspect-It 1st 2005 annual conference. During the Saturday night awards ceremony, Mr. Leighton was awarded this high honor for his professionalism and dedication to service.

“I am very proud of Jeff, he embodies all the attributes we want our Inspect-It 1st franchise owners to represent,” said Inspect-It 1st owner and CEO Tadd Olson, “he’s honest, thorough, professional, and truly dedicated to customer service.”

“Jeff’s approach to the business serves as a great model to other owners, exemplifying how to represent the finest of our profession and provide excellent service in their community.”

Mr. Leighton operates his business under the strict Standards of Practice set forth by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI).

About Inspect-It 1st

Founded in 1991, Inspect-It 1st Property Inspection provides homebuyers, sellers and real estate professionals with consistent, thorough, and professional property inspections. All Inspect-It 1st Property Inspectors carry General Liability and Errors and Omissions Insurance.

To find out more about Jeff Leighton visit www.jleightoninspects.com or call 207-885-8664. For additional company information visit www.inspectit1st.com.