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The American Society of Home Inspectors is North America's oldest certificate organization. They are reputable and provide an intensive home inspection course. For more information on ASHI click this link |
I obtained my certification from the National Society of Home Inspectors (NSHI). It is one of the few non-profit certification organizations that does not require its members to obtain a mentor. NSHI has an intensive testing program that is extremely informative. For more information on NSHI click this link. |
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The National Association of Home Inspectors is also a reputable, non-profit certification organization. They were formed in 1987 with the intention of promoting "excellence and professionalism." For more information on NAHI click this link. |
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| International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI or NACHI) | ||
The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors is a non-profit organization that extends its certification practices into other countries including: Canada, Singapore, Germany, Korea, South Africa, and Australia. I think NACHI is one of the best certification organizations out there. For more information on NACHI click this link. |
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***Disclaimer*** I have taken the time to find a number of sites that address issues that may arise in getting home inspections. Some of these sites offer information that is out of the scope of a home inspector. For instance, the House Detective delves into legal problems that can arise from bad home inspections or improper disclosure during a property sale. I want to make it clear that I'm not responsible for any of the content listed in any of the sites below. I provide them strictly for informational purposes. Feel free to browse them at your leisure as you see fit. I am particularly fond of the Home Inspection Nightmares section. There are some funny pictures and stories which are worth reading. They demonstrate the need for hiring a home inspector. |
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The House Detective Barry, the house detective has some very good advice about home inspections in the course of buying and selling a house. I like that he addresses legalities which is something many reporters do not have the guts to do. If you decide to visit any home inspection sites then make it this one: |
Home Inspection Checklist If you wonder what to expect from a home inspector then this is a good article for information. Just remember that some home inspectors perform a variety of inspections that may include a basic, a standard, a comprehensive, or a component inspection. |
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Old House Web This site has a really good home inspection checklist for buyers or sellers who want to know what to look for in buying a house. This checklist will give you enough information to let you narrow down your choices until you find the right house. Once you find the right house then be sure to get a home inspector to validate your impressions. A checklist like this one is not an adequate replacement for a qualified home inspector. |
Youtube There are many good videos on Youtube about home inspection problems. This video is a good example. If you look to the right of it you will find some other good videos. The Buyer beware part 1 and 2 are both good videos showing the kind of problems you might expect. The most important thing to do when getting a home inspector is find one that is knowledgeable enough to spot the problems and honest enough to mention them. |
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Hribar Realty This site has a good and easy to read checklist of the most common problems found in a home inspection. These are definitely things to consider when buying a home. |
Home Inspection Nightmares Here are a bunch of links with funny examples of things found during home inspections: There may be some repitition. |
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CNN This is a decent article on the hazards of hiring inadequate home inspectors. It approaches the purchasing decision from a financial standpoint. |
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Popular Mechanics If you are looking to buy a foreclosed home then this article is for you. Some of these concerms are specific to foreclosed homes. At first, I found it odd that it was located on the Popular Mechanics web site. But then, I remembered that Popular Mechanics used to produce encyclopedias on the subject of home remodeling. |
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ThinkGlink This website has a decent article on the mishaps of buying property without hiring a good home inspector. It mentions legal troubles that can arise. |
VIP Realty Overall, this site has numerous articles worth reading. Most of them center on the best way to go about buying a house. If you want a realtors perspective this is a good place to visit. |
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Insectapedia If you bought a house or are looking to sell one then this article would be a excellent read for you. It has numerous links with advice on how to proceed with repairs for a home you are buying or selling. |
Jamey Tippins This article has some basic information about what to expect when hiring a home inspector. If you have no idea what to expect from a home inspector then this article is a good starting point. |
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Mike Nichols, NSHI certified Home Inspector, Isight Home Inspections, 600 S Dennison rd sp #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561,
661 300 0332 |
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