# FHinspector

> Firefighter inspection tool for occupancy and hydrant data management. (iPhone/iPad app by ESO Solutions, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fhinspector/id396229272 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ESO Solutions, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/563610550)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-10-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fhinspector/id396229272/reviews.md

## What is FHinspector?

This app is specifically designed for firefighters for occupancy and hydrants inspections. 

Requires connection to the FIREHOUSE Software system for data exchange.



FH Inspector is the latest innovation from FIREHOUSE Software, the industry's leader in Fire and EMS software solutions. FHinspector unleashes the power of today's most creative and dynamic technology, raising the bar on the industry's fire prevention and planning activity. FIREHOUSE Software has combined iPad's trademark interface and live GPS with your inspections, pre-incident plans, and permits, allowing your department to tackle more inspections, faster and easier than ever before.
 
Features Include...

Pending Inspections
• Live GPS displays businesses and inspection status where you are. FIREHOUSE Software's intuitive interface allows you to quickly find and select an occupancy to see preplan details, inspection/permit history, or even launch an inspection.
• Integrated Live Maps interface
• Color-coded icons show inspection status
• Filter and sort occupancy/inspections
• Intuitive access to occupancy details

Inspection Questionnaire
• Effortless navigation and simple documentation to the pre-defined checklist are thoughtfully organized and designed to promote efficiency and quality in inspections.
• Follow Predefined checklist
• Check items linked to violation code
• Add inspector notes with each finding

Inspection Summary
• Upon completion, view the inspection summary. Here you'll review a complete list of all violations noted along with the violation code and code description as well as the inspector's notes.
• Review violations with responsible party
• Edit responsible party details
• Set Reinspection day
• Capture Signature

Hydrant Inspections
• Track inspection and maintenance details
• Report defects and repair costs
• Run flow tests and view calculate flow results

Mainstream Revenue 
FIREHOUSE Software has formed a strategic partnership with Fire Recovery USA and has developed a host of innovative new solutions focused on helping you maintain the financial stability of your organization. FHinspector for 
iPad is the newest of these revenue generating products. Not only does FHinspector 
for iPad maximize efficiency and productivity in your organization, but its integrated  billing solutions will become a key revenue source for your department.    

Free App Features- You can enter and track new hydrants with the free App.  In Hydrants tab, click on the locate me button (black arrow) to create a new hydrant at this location.  You can enter and track hydrant information, manage  inspections and flow tests.




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To use FHInspector for inspections in your area, contact a FIREHOUSE Software representative at 1-800-921-5300, ext. 1 or at our website: http://www.firehousesoftware.com/contact

## Key features

- Occupancy and hydrant inspections
- Live GPS and integrated maps
- Predefined inspection checklists
- Violation tracking and notes
- Hydrant maintenance and defect reporting
- Signature capture
- FIREHOUSE Software integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fhinspector/id396229272/reviews.md

### 1/5 — DO NOT USE!!!

*2022-04-22*

As another reviewer wrote, the IOS update to 15.4 broke FHInspector.  It crashes!  Does not work at all anymore. The solution from FIREHOUSE is to revert to an older IOS version which Apple does not allow.  FH then told me just wait 8  until the new app version is ready!  What do we do in the mean time?  Maybe spend those months looking for an alternative vendor!

### 1/5 — Not supported

*2022-04-15, version 4.4.1*

Don’t bother with this. They are no longer supporting this app even though it’s still used buy paying customers. Updating to iOS 15.4 or later broke this app and their solution is “don’t update” or revert back to 15.3.1 which they don’t seem to realize is not possible. Our department now cannot use it for their inspections anymore. iOS updates contain security updates which we are requires to install according to policy. Reverting or not updating is not an option please support your app.

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2018-08-02*

Wonderful application for mobile inspections

### 4/5 — Occupancy & Hydrant inspections

*2017-12-02*

Our department has been using firehouse since 2001 and the inspections app as soon as it came online. It has made our lives a lot easier, no more filing cabinets full of old inspection reports. App is pretty simple to use once all is setup correctly.

One thing we would really like to see would be hydrant inspection checklists.

### 2/5 — Asst. Chief

*2017-07-03*

Very slow to sync with cloud. Would help if you could schedule next inspection for the following year after an inspection is completed. Can't set up new inspections in app.  It would be beneficial to be able to take photos regardless of compliance status.

### 3/5 — Still buggy

*2015-07-28*

This version created another bug in the signatures. Now when people sign the signatures blend together unless you write very small and stay to the right side of the signature box.

### 3/5 — Email

*2015-02-11*

The email function is broke and crashes the app as soon as you touch the "email envelope" on the top right. Fix immediately please.

### 2/5 — Inpector

*2014-11-10*

This program was not ready for prime time. There are many "features" like map display of occupancies that require you to go into each individual record on the desktop and enter the 12 digit latitude and longitude, to populate the map.
The strict assignments of companies and shifts for an inspection schedule makes it difficult for departments that conduct inspections starting on one end of the street and to move to the other end; since there is need to go into each record and manually schedule date, shift and unit which is rather awkward way of doing it.
No changes can be done from the street 
what so ever except completing an inspection, if there is a new business that is discovered one cannot add a new record from the iPad, 
Make sure you don't update the iPad because it sends the program into a erratic sync behavior, where things get scrambled. You must wait for Fire House to release the update patch before you can update the iPad
Hopefully things will improve over time but until then it will remain average or just below at best.

### 2/5 — It's OK

*2014-08-19*

The software is easy to use once it's set up. Taking photos of each violation and having it right on the report for the business owner is fantastic. Getting technical support to answer e-mail or telephones is a huge hurdle. When iPad updates, the app is way behind. When the app has an update, you don't know about it unless you call or e-mail (see above). It doesn't become available through the App Store. The app doesn't allow you to start a random inspection. You have to enter into Firehouse and sync that, then sync the iPad. It's tough to do on the road.  This is the only inspection software I have used. I guess this bad rating may be a little unfair becuse I can't compare it with anything. The statements about the support are not unfair.

### 3/5 — Jetman

*2013-10-10, version 2.0.1*

This is a great concept and when the bugs get worked out it should be a great program. Until then, it has limited use and a lot of inspections require additional notes and manual entry. Support has been okay but should be much better considering the overall cost of of this software, the PC software, and yearly support fees.  It would have been nice if users would have been warned not to upgrade to iOS 7.

## Frequently asked questions about FHinspector

### What is FHinspector used for?

FHinspector is used by firefighters for conducting occupancy and hydrant inspections. It helps manage inspection data, track violations, and record hydrant maintenance details.

### Does FHinspector require a connection to FIREHOUSE Software?

Yes, FHinspector requires a connection to the FIREHOUSE Software system for data exchange. This integration is essential for its core functionality.

### What devices does FHinspector support?

FHinspector is currently supported on iPads. Users can access its features on Apple's tablet devices.

### How often is FHinspector updated?

The latest version of FHinspector is 4.4.1, which was last updated on March 3, 2020. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and address any issues.

### What is the age rating for FHinspector?

FHinspector has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no specific content restrictions.

### Can I track hydrant maintenance with FHinspector?

Yes, FHinspector allows you to track inspection and maintenance details for hydrants. You can also report defects and repair costs, and run flow tests.

### What are the free features of FHinspector?

The free version of FHinspector allows you to enter and track new hydrants, manage hydrant information, and conduct inspections and flow tests.

### What is the user rating for FHinspector?

FHinspector has a user rating of 2.4 stars from 7 ratings. This suggests that while the app has useful features, there may be areas for improvement based on user feedback.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.4.1 — 2020-03-03

Bug Fixes for IOS 13 comparability.

### 4.3.1 — 2019-10-14

Support for IOS 13 and bug fixes

### 4.3 — 2019-07-08

Bug fixes only

### 4.2 — 2019-01-14

1. More contact phone numbers imported
2. Violation notice title updated
3. Reinspection notice text has been updated
Bug fixes

### 3.2.1 — 2018-05-03

Patch release to fix sync issue after relicensing

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