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It is necessary to find a good home inspector that is not biased as to the outcome of the inspection. This is because you will need to know the truth about the home. You want to know if there are any problems and whether those problems are minor or major. This could affect your decision on purchasing the home. more »
When victims of natural disasters have damage to their homes, one of their options for financial assistance is offered through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). To receive assistance from FEMA, however, disaster victims must first schedule a home inspection. With the proper training and certification, you might be the... more »
Though there are no rules that mandate what type of education a home inspector must receive--aside from relevant training courses--the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors recommends that individuals obtain their high school diplomas and have prior experience in the residential construction and renovation industries.... more »
Federal Housing Administration (FHA) inspectors must follow a certification program outlined by the Uniform Physical Condition Standards put forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Office of Public and Indian Housing - Real Estate Assessment Center (PIH-REAC) runs the examinations and filtering to determine who... more »
Home inspectors evaluate properties for sale and compile reports noting any problems or concerns. Home inspectors are hired by buyers considering a home purchase and home inspection reports are often considered an important part of the sale. A background in construction or other trades is important before beginning a career as a home... more »
If you are getting ready to buy a home you should have it inspected before you sign any...
A home inspector must know about every system within a home from the foundation to the ridge vents. It's not just enough to know what they are.... more »
Are you knowledgeable about city and building ordinances? Do you enjoy evaluating properties, electrical, plumbing and heating systems? Are you... more »
Your home is one of the biggest investments you make. Unless you are familiar with everything that goes into building a home and can recognize... more »
Purchasing a home, for most people, will be the single largest monetary expenditure of their lives. The home inspector you hire to do the... more »
Home inspectors are always in demand; they can set their own hours and be their own bosses. In Maryland, as in most other states, the licensing... more »
A home inspection is a limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. This is carried out by a home inspector, who usually has the training and certifications to carry out such inspections. Often using home inspection software a report is then issued. The home inspector states the condition of the home at the time of inspection but does not guarantee future condition, efficiency or life expectancy of systems or components.
An inspector will check the roof, basement, heating system, water heater, air-conditioning system, structure, plumbing, electrical, and many other aspects of buildings looking for improper building practices, those items that require extensive repairs, items that are general maintenance issues, as well as some fire and safety issues. However, it should also be noted that a home inspection is not technically exhaustive and does not imply that every defect will be discovered. A general list of exclusions include but are not limited to: code or zoning violations, permit research, property measurements or surveys, boundaries, easements or right of way, conditions of title, proximity to enviormental hazards, noise interference, soil or geological conditions, well water systems or water quality, underground sewer lines and/or waste disposal systems, buried piping, cisterns, underground water tanks and sprinkler systems to name a few. A complete list of standards and procedures for home inpections can be found at the ASHI or InterNACHI websites. Home owners or home buyers often use a home inspection service before selling or buying their houses.
A home inspector is sometimes confused with a real estate appraiser. A home inspector determines the condition of a structure, whereas an appraiser determines the value of a property.
A home cannot "fail" an inspection, as there is no score or passing grade given. A professional home inspection is an examination of the curre read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home+inspection
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