In addition to cost, there are other important questions one should ask. Be wary of inspectors who charge much less than others. Since buying a home is usually the largest investment you will make in your lifetime, you want a qualified, experienced inspector to guide you through the process - not an inexperienced inspector or unqualified handyman service looking to create repair work for the company. There is no mandatory state licensing for home inspectors, so almost anyone can sell home inspection services, regardless of how unqualified they are.

Questions to ask when shopping for a home inspector:

What background does the inspector have?
Brad has been involved in construction and real estate for over 16 years. He has been performing inspections since 1999.

Is the inspector a certified ASHI Member?
Brad is a certified ASHI Member. #207293

Has the inspector had formal education with a licensed inspection facility?
Brad graduated from ITA (Inspection Training Associates).

Does the inspector give on-site inspection reports?
An 18 page on-site inspection report given immediately after inspection. A complimentary Preventative Home Maintenance book will also be given.

Does the inspector meet the insurance requirements set forth by builders?
Guardian Home Inspections (GHI) generally meets all of the home inspection requirements set forth by builders. These requirements typically include $1,000,000 general liability insurance, ASHI certification, and a business license.

Does the inspector have the proper testing equipment?
GHI is fully equipped with state of the art testing technology and tools.

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