The following can be used as a guide when selecting
a qualified professional home inspection company:
Q: Is it important for an inspection company to be a member of the N.A.H.I. and/or A.S.H.I.?
A: N.A.H.I. (National Association of Home Inspectors) and A.S.H.I. (Americal Society of Home Inspectors) are highly recommended. Both associations are non-profit, created for professionalism in the home inspection industry.
Q: Should a company do repairs on the propery they inspect?
A: A company should never perform repairs on the property they inspect. This will provide an honost and un-biased opinion and avoids any conflict of interests.
Q: Should an inspection company be insured?
A: A responsible inspection company will be fully insured.
Q: How long will the inspection take?
A: A full inspection should cover all major components of a home and take between two and three hours per average house.
Q: Is it necessary for the inspector to keep up with continuing education?
A: Yes. To be a member of N.A.H.I. or A.S.H.I. an inspector must continue to educate and update his/her skills.
Q: Can the buyer be at the inspection?
A: It would be in the buyer's best interest to be at the inspection. You will learn a lot about your purchase and the inspector can go over his/her findings with you so you will feel more at ease.
Q: How much will the inspection cost?
A: Remember, cheaper is not necessarily better. Value is not just saving money, it's getting the most comprehensive inspection for the money.