CAN I AFFORD A CERTIFIED HOME INSPECTOR?
Buying property is a complex and stressful task. In fact, it is often the biggest, single investment you will make in your lifetime. At the same time, real estate transactions have become increasingly complicated. New technology, laws, procedures, and competition from other buyers require buyer agents to perform at an ever-increasing level of professionalism. For many home buyers, the process turns into a terrible, stressful ordeal. In addition, making the wrong decisions can end up costing you thousands of dollars. It does not have to be this way!
Work with a buyer's agent who has a keen understanding of the real estate business and who is on your side. Buyers' agents have a fiduciary duty to you. That means they are loyal to only you and are obligated to look out for your best interests. Buyers' agents can help you find the best home, the best lender, and the best InterNACHI Home Inspector. This last perk is particularly useful, as there are many unqualified inspectors on the market today!
Trying to buy a home without an agent or a qualified inspector is, well… unthinkable.
Buying a home is probably the most expensive purchase you will ever make. This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection. The cost of a home inspection is very small relative to the home being inspected. The additional cost of hiring a certified inspector is almost insignificant. As a home buyer, you have recently been crunching the numbers, negotiating offers, adding up closing costs, shopping for mortgages, and trying to get the best deals. Do not stop now. Do not let your real estate agent, a "patty-cake" inspector, or anyone else talk you into skimping here.
InterNACHI front-ends its membership requirements. InterNACHI turns down more than half the inspectors who want to join because they can't fulfill the membership requirements.
InterNACHI-certified inspectors perform the best inspections, by far. InterNACHI-certified inspectors earn their fees many times over. They do more, they deserve more and, yes, they generally charge a little more. Do yourself a favor…and pay a little more for the quality inspection you deserve.
As I inspect your future home, I will address your questions and concerns about how items in the house operate or should be maintained. After all I am working for you and if I am not answering your questions I am not doing my job. Receive a $25 Ace Discount Card when you hire me for your next inspection.
The items listed below which is a small portion of items I inspect and are based on the Residential Standards of Practice, a link to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors site is located to the right of this page.
Areas that I will inspect:
- roof condition, vents, flashings and trim;
- gutters and downspouts;
- skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations;
- decks, stoops, porches, walkways and railings;
- eaves, soffit and fascia;
- grading and drainage;
- basement, foundation and crawlspace;
- water penetration and foundation movement;
- heating systems;
- cooling systems;
- main water shut-off valves;
- water heating system;
- interior plumbing fixtures and faucets;
- drainage sump pumps with accessible floats;
- electrical service line and meter box;
- main disconnect and service amperage;
- electrical panels, breakers and fuses;
- grounding and bonding;
- GFCIs and AFCIs
- carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
- fireplace damper door and hearth;
- insulation and ventilation;
- garage doors, safety sensors and openers;
- and much more.
I use "Home Inspector Pro" software. This software enables me to provide you the detailed and easy to read inspection report complete with color photos taken during the inspection. I'll provide you your report from the inspection site from my mobile office.
Inspections Done Right 
