Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like being up to code, any less would be illegal. That's why I have worked to become a member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI). As a NACHI member, I:
- Pass NACHI's Online Inspector Examination every year. This general, not association-specific exam is an industry standard required by NACHI and some state licensing boards,
- Adhere to the industry's largest, most comprehensive Standards of Practice,
- Abide by NACHI's Code of Ethics,
- Follow a strict continuing education policy that requires, among other things, that I receive 24 hours of continuing education each year,
- Have completed NACHI's ethics "obstacle course" which ensures that I am aware of my ethical duties as a home inspector,
- Have passed NACHI's Standards of Practice quiz,
- Have signed and submitted an affidavit legally agreeing that I have and will continue to adhere to all NACHI standards, ethics and education requirements,
- Maintain a continuing education log that is verified by NACHI,
- Submit a portion of my inspection reports to NACHI's report review committee for outside evaluation,
- Am required to successfully complete NACHI's comprehensive Standards of Practice course and examination and Roofing course and examination,
- Attend at least one chapter meeting or educational seminar every two years (reasonable exceptions apply),
- Have access to the Inspector's Quarterly so I can keep up-to-date on all the latest issues in the home inspection industry,
- Have access to a number of learning tools such as inspection tips and technique illustrations, a library of home inspection books and videos, the industry's largest message board, NACHI's "what's new" publication of recent inspection news, Dear NACHI," a detailed advice column, free online courses, quizzes, and exams, and the NACHI University,
- Have access to a time-tested agreement that helps avoid lawsuits,
- Have access to a free report review and mentoring service,
- Have access to the NACHI Mall, and
- Provide access to a free consumer hot-line.
If you need a home inspection performed, don't settle for anything less than a NACHI-certified home inspector. Contact me now to schedule your inspection.
