Thom Walker has been a member of TAREI since 1999. License number 4489

What is an Inspector’s job…….

and what are some considerations when choosing an Inspector?      

             An inspection is designed to give you detailed insight concerning the house you have chosen to be your home.  The format for the inspection report is mandated by the state.  That is, all of the standard inspection items will be the same and will be reported on the same form, no matter whom you choose.  All legitimate Inspectors are State licensed.  All documents you receive, and any advertising must carry the license number.

 Inspectors are not code enforcers.  They can not force a repair to be made.  We' re directed by the Standards of Practice of our profession as specified by the Texas Real Estate Commission.  The first page of every Inspection Report spells out the responsibilities of the inspector and the rights of the Client, as well as any conditions unique to the individual Inspector’s business.

Doe this mean that all Inspectors are the same?  Not at all.  As with any professional, our levels of knowledge and experience are varied.  As importantly, so is our ability to communicate what we find.

An inspection report does not imply warranty of the inspected items or their continued performance capability after the inspection.  Nor does it make guarantees concerning the quality or workmanship of inspected items.  It does state the visible condition and working order of inspected items on the day of inspection.  Ask your Realtor about home owner warranty plans.