A high-quality home inspection can tell you everything you need to know about a property. However, not all inspectors are the same. The thoroughness and accuracy of the report will depend on who performs the inspection. Know the qualities that the best home inspectors possess so you can be sure you’ve hired the right person for this vital job.

Qualities of the Best Home Inspectors

1. Professional Standards

Appropriate licensing and membership to professional organizations are signs of a home inspector you can trust. If your state licenses home inspectors, look for this licensing. If not, check whether they have passed the Certified Real Estate Inspector Exam. Some professional organizations have a membership with the Better Business Bureau and the American Society of Home Inspectors.

2. Experience

There’s no substitute for relevant experience. An inspector who has investigated numerous properties knows the signs of potential issues and will provide a better service. Look for a someone who has been performing inspections for at least ten years.

3. Easy Communication

Someone who communicates effectively will make the inspection much easier and more rewarding for you. If English is not your first language, look for someone who is fluent in your first language. Ask them if they’re willing to walk you through the inspection as they do it and explain everything to you. This will help you feel confident about the thoroughness of the inspection, and immediately alert you to any problems within the property.

4. Timely Reports

You don’t want to be left waiting for weeks to get the results of your inspection. A good inspector will promise to submit their report within a set period. A reasonable timeframe is typically around two to three days.

5. Thorough

An inspector’s thoroughness will ensure you learn as much about the property as possible. An inspector should look at everything in the house that they can reasonably examine, from the visible foundation to inside the attic. Your inspector should tell you beforehand everything that they will investigate during the inspection.

Jeff at Archway Home Inspections has 16 years of experience performing inspections. He has built a reputation as one of the best home inspectors in the Cincinnati, OH, area. He is fluent in English and Spanish, will happily to talk you through your building inspection, and will send a comprehensive report within 48 hours. He also conducts radon testing and can install a radon detector at your request. Contact him online or at (513) 871-1473 to schedule your inspection today!