What sets you apart from other home inspectors?
- CREIA has a Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics recognized in the state of California Business and Professions code.
- 30 hours of approved continuing education per year.
- Must have passed the National Home Inspectors Exam.
- Mandatory report reviews for certification
How long should an inspection take?
Inspection times vary for different inspectors. However, as a rule of thumb, a thorough home inspection should take roughly an hour per 1,000 square feet. Some properties can take longer or shorter depending on age and condition.
Should price be a factor in choosing a home inspector?
Of course, however it should not be the most important factor. Education and experience are not cheap and will be reflected in pricing. Make sure to qualify your inspector at any price .
Do you inspect for code compliance?
While code is an important of a home inspection, it is not specifically what is inspected. Codes have changed and been added onto over the years. When inspecting homes, code is beneficial to the integrity of a home. However, inspecting an older home will have many current code issues that may not have been required when the home was built. These issues should be noted, but will not make a seller comply with newer codes.
So, what does a home inspector look for?
The inspector is looking for "material defects" per the California Business and Professions code section 7195 through 7199. Under section 7195(b), a material defect is a condition that substantially impacts the value, desirability, habitability, or safety of a residential dwelling.