Can you believe we are getting ANOTHER round of snow!! Remember to keep checking your fresh air intake on the outside of your house, and if you have to get up on the roof to shovel again, BE SAFE. A later post will have to do with ladder safety (a message I need to remind myself of as you'll hear).
Part 2 of the series talked about home inspector certifications and education. While certification is very important as it shows the inspector invested their time in coursework and was able to pass a rigorous test, it does not mean they are the best inspector for you. We have all worked with people over the years with all kinds of titles and certifications, but they did not get the job done to your expectation. It is important to choose a home inspector that you can trust after talking with them. Ideally, you should try to find someone who will take the time to educate you about your home if you need it. For example, I like to explain potential problem areas to homeowners if they are interested. If they have questions about how their heating and cooling system works, how double-hung windows open, or questions about their electrical system, I believe it is important to take time to share information that will be helpful to them. I enjoy the education part of being a home inspector as much as the inspection part itself. In the coming months I will be teaching Community Education courses through several local school districts and share my information about the home inspection process as well as things people will need to look for when they are purchasing a home.
The bottom line: find a home inspector that loves what they do!
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