Q: How do I choose a Home Inspector?
A:In the state of Washington the field of Home Inspectors is not regulated, there is no license to become a home inspector. The best way to find a quality home inspector is to visit www.ashi.com, on this website they provide a complete list of home inspectors in your area that are ASHI certified. Making sure your home inspector belongs to ASHI is very important.
Q: What qualifications or credentials should a home inspector offer?
A:The very best qualifications and credentials your home inspector should have is belonging to groups such as ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors), this group is the most important group to belong to for home inspectors. Because our state does not regulate the field, it is important that your home inspector follows certain guidelines and Standards of Practice. ASHI has the most recognized Standards of Practice and Move Smart will exceed their standards. It is also important to find out what school your home inspector attended. All of our inspectors attended the American Home Inspectors Training Institute (AHIT). This is the oldest and largest school in the nation for home inspectors. Our inspectors are also associated with IAEI (International Association of Electrical Inspectors) WSPCA (Washington State Pest Control Association) and they are state licensed pest inspectors.
Q: What will the inspection cover?
A: A thorough Inspection covers everything from roof to the foundation.
| Items that are included in the Inspection are as follows: |
- Attic
- Insulation
- Ventilation
- Roof & Flashings
- Gutters
- Basement
- Crawlspace
- Foundation
- Grading
- Retaining Walls
- Siding & Trim
- Driveways & Walks
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- Ceilings
- Floors
- Walls
- Doors & Windows
- Chimney
- Fireplace
- Major Appliances
- Electrical System
- Water Heater
- Plumbing System
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
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Q: How long will the Inspection take?
A: Most Inspections take about two to three hours. These times may vary depending on the size, age & condition of the home.
Q: Should I be present during the Inspection?
A: It is very benenficial for you, the buyer to be present during the home inspection. This can be a learning experience for you and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you need answered on site.
Q: Why use our Services?
A: All of our inspectors at Move Smart our ASHI, IAEI, WSPCA and state licensed Pest Inspectors. Our inspectors are also graduates of AHIT. These are very important credentials in a home inspector.
We schedule appointments 7 days a week and on short notice. Our company also carried 1.5 million dollars in insurance. Both liability and Errors and Omissions. All of our reports are both typed and printed on site so that you don't have to wait for your report. We can also email, fax or mail you the report after the inspection.
We provide all of our clients with a FREE Home Preservation Book and a Free Home Checkup Video. Move Smart Home Inspections also accepts VISA and MASTERCARD as well as ESCROW BILLING. We know that our role is to be an independant third party that educates our clients
Q: Why can't I have someone in my family who is very handy or a contractor, inspect my new home?
A: This is the biggest mistake many potential new homeowners make when purchasing a home. Although the person you are considering may be very skilled, they are not trained or experienced at professional home inspections. Professional home inspection is a unique skill like no other. Professional inspectors get what we call an inspector's instinct for problems. That instinct takes extensive training and lots of experience doing inspections to develop. Many contractors, and other trades professionals hire a professional home inspector to inspect their homes when they make a purchase.
Q: What if I have questions after the inspection?
A: You can call us and discuss all the aspects of your new home whenever you like. Our service is a long-term investment.
We provide home, pest, and ancillary inspection services throughout King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap and adjoining counties. |
