The 13 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Home Inspector

1. Are you registered with the secretary of state office? What is your registration number?

2. How long have you been performing home inspections for a fee?

3. Are you a member of AARE or ASHI? If not why?

4. Are you insured?

5. Have you ever been sued?

6. What does your inspection cover? What does it not cover? How long is it?

7. Do you conduct a lead based paint test?

8. Do you re-inspect property? What is the fee?

9. Do you offer any warranty?

10. Describe your report for me. What can I expect from your inspection and report?

11. What special training or background do you have that you feel enhances your inspection ability? (e.g. heat/ac background, engineering, electrical or plumbing)

12. References?

13. Can you complete this inspection within the time frame of my contract?

 

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