A career in home inspection is not for everyone. The job of a qualified home inspector is to conduct a detailed examination of a home to detect any potential system or component that may require attention from the home buyer. The inspector writes a report on every room that includes issues related to building practices, fire and safety, necessary repair, upgrading, etc. (more…)
Home inspectors are hired by potential buyers who are considering home purchase. The main role of this inspector is to examine the houses for sale by inspecting the structure, roof, attic, basement, air-conditioning system, water heater and furnace. The inspector evaluates the properties and compiles reports stating the problems or concerns. In order to be qualified as a home inspector, the followings are the requirements:
In Canada and United States, a contract to purchase a house will often include a contingency that the contract is NOT VALID until a home inspector has inspected the property. Due to this trend, it has created countless opportunities for people to tap into this fast growing industry. US Department of Labor has predicted that there is a strong demand for licensed home inspectors in the next decade.
In many provinces and states in US, most of the practical standards for home inspectors are enacted by the professional associations such as American Society of Home Inspectors, the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, National Association of Home Inspectors and National Association of Building Inspection Engineers. Although it is not compulsory to obtain a membership from any of these trade associations, it is advisable for you to join them in order to equip yourself to be an all rounded inspector.
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