FINDING THE RIGHT
HOME INSPECTOR
Do not
shop for prices - When
you are looking for a home inspector, you are basically
finding a person with your interest in mind. You will
need to make sure that the inspector you're hiring has
experience and training. The continuing education, training,
and professional knowledge he needs for your home inspection
does not come cheaply. This also means the expertise
that comes with this learning is not going to be cheap
either. Remember the saying, "You get what you
pay for."
Check
credentials - What organizations do they belong
to? Not all organizations are equal. See what the organizations
minimum educational training, experience, and professional
ethics are.
Make
your own decision - Did the real estate agent
recommend on e particular inspector or tell you to make
a choice on your own from a list of inspectors. There
is a conflict of interest and ethics issue if you are
not given the opportunity to make your own choice.
Ask
for references
- Most inspectors will gladly provide you with
references from prior clients. Give them a call and
find out for yourself.
DO YOUR
HOMEWORK AND YOU WILL BE OK!
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