Shield Certified Inspections, Inc

04/26/2022

Purchasing a home is usually one of the largest and most important investments a homeowner will make in their lifetime. In the interest of protecting that investment, it is imperative to have your home professionally examined. Whether you’re buying a home or preparing to sell one, you should have someone in your corner who will provide a comprehensive, thorough, and unbiased inspection that will give you a complete understanding of the current condition of the property.

As a retired Firefighter and Assistant Fire Marshal, I have conducted thousands of residential and commercial construction and life safety inspections. This experience and attention to detail equips me with the knowledge to spot discrepancies allowing you to make the most informed decision possible. I will walk you through the home pointing out any findings that may need attention or repair and why. I encourage all clients be present at the end of the inspection to ask questions.

11/19/2021

In 1976, a group of visionary home inspectors with the common goal of building consumer awareness and enhancing professionalism in their field established the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). This not-for-profit professional association for home inspectors made its first order of business to establish a high standard of practice and a strict code of ethics for it's members. The mission of ASHI is to set and promote standards for property inspections and to provide the educational resources needed to achieve excellence in the profession.

As a member of ASHI, the oldest and most respected professional association for home inspectors in North America, Shield Certified Inspections, Inc. is committed to maintaining and delivering highest standards of practice to our clients.

11/19/2021

Do you know the background of the home inspector entering your home? Do they have a criminal record? Are they s*x offenders? The fact is that many home owners don’t consider these possibilities and put themselves and their belongings at risk every day. The ASHI Background Verified Inspector program conducts a background check on the inspectors entering your home to help bring you peace of mind that your home will be safe. Trust only the professional home inspector that displays this logo.

In effort to maintain the highest standards in the home inspection industry, Shield Certified Inspections, Inc., have voluntarily undergone and passed full background checks through the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Background Verified Inspector program (BVI).

This credential represents verification of a background check through The American Society of Home Inspectors. Sterling Talent Solutions (Sterling) provides the criminal background information for ASHI’s Background Verified Inspector® Program (BVI®).

10/26/2021

You might be asking yourself why is it crucial to get a home inspection? Home inspections are used to provide an opportunity for a buyer to identify any significant issues with a home before closing. Your first clue that a home inspection is important is that it can be used as a contingency in your contract with the seller. This contingency provides that if a home inspection reveals significant defects, you can back out of your purchase offer, free of penalty, within a specific timeframe. The potential problems a home can have must be pretty serious if they could allow you to walk away from such a significant contract.

In some situations, realtors are also known to include home inspection clauses in contracts, such as those for a newly built residence. In new home construction, inspections generally cover:

-Foundations: Checking before the concrete is poured (once poured, there’s very little that can be corrected).
-Pre-drywall: Checking the structure and mechanics before the drywall is laid.
-Full inspection: A full walk-through is performed of the completed home.

What a Home Inspection Covers
Inspectors vary in experience, ability, and thoroughness, but a good inspector should examine specific components of the home and then produce a report covering his or her findings. The typical inspection lasts two to three hours, and you should be present for the inspection to get a firsthand explanation of the inspector’s findings and, if necessary, ask questions. Also, any problems the inspector uncovers will make more sense if you see them in person instead of relying solely on the snapshot photos in the report.