Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like
being up to code, any less would be illegal. That's why I have worked to
become a member of the National Association of Certified Home
Inspectors (NACHI). I:
- Have a degree in Architectural and Construction Engineering.
- Have been in the insurance restoration business providing
inspections to insurance companies for 10 years,
- Have built and remodeled several homes,
- As a Member of NACHI, I,
- Pass NACHI's Online Inspector Examination every year. This
general, not association-specific exam is an industry standard
required by NACHI and some state licensing boards,
- Adhere to the industry's largest, most comprehensive Standards
of Practice,
- Abide by NACHI's Code of Ethics,
- Follow a strict continuing education policy that requires, among
other things, that I receive 24 hours of continuing education each
year,
- Have completed NACHI's ethics "obstacle course" which ensures
that I am aware of my ethical duties as a home inspector,
- Have passed NACHI's Standards of Practice quiz,
- Have signed and submitted an affidavit legally agreeing that I have
and will continue to adhere to all NACHI standards, ethics and
education requirements,
- Maintain a continuing education log that is verified by NACHI,
- Submit a portion of my inspection reports to NACHI's report
review committee for outside evaluation,
- Am required to successfully complete NACHI's comprehensive
Standards of Practice course and examination and Roofing
course and examination, - Have access to the Inspector's Quarterly so I can keep up-to-date
on all the latest issues in the home inspection industry,
- If you need a home inspection performed, don't settle for anything
less than a NACHI-certified home inspector. Contact me now to
schedule your inspection.
