Is a Cheap Home Inspection Really Worth Your Families Health and Safety?

Members of the California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA) report that the overwhelming number of callers looking for a home inspection only ask the inspector what his/her fee is. This is of great concern as anyone, even the caller, can offer a home inspection service as there are no government requirements for experience or training of home inspectors in California.

In the current housing market, with the low inventory, buyers are advised to use extra caution, particularly when making an offer on any property being sold “as is”. Whether it is a resale property or brand new construction, a poor inspection can cost the buyer many times the difference in the fees of a good inspection, and place the buyer in danger of undiscovered safety issues missed by the "cheap" inspector that is typically inexperienced and un-certified by CREIA. Even if the seller appears to be very diligent in disclosing all know conditions, there can be significant safety conditions of which the seller is not aware.

HOME INSPECTION - BUYER BEWARE!

CREIA members understand that the cost involved in a real estate transaction is substantial and that most buyers are very concerned about their budget during this time. Home inspectors’ education, training and experience vary widely with the individual. Buyers can best protect themselves by hiring the most qualified inspector they can afford. With hundreds of thousands of dollars at risk, a thorough inspection by a highly qualified inspector is a buyer’s best opportunity to protect their investment.

Homebuyers and sellers are urged to retain the services of qualified inspectors trained and experienced in home inspection. It is also very important that the inspector be a member of a well-founded professional association such as CREIA. Established in 1976, CREIA is the largest and oldest state inspection association in the country. CREIA inspectors must adhere to CREIA's Code of Ethics and follow the Standards of Practice developed and maintained by the Association. Recognized by the State of California, these Standards of Practice are considered the source for Home Inspector Standard of Care by the real estate and legal communities.

About Steve Zivolich and Guaranteed Property Inspections: www.gpinspect.com

Steve Zivolich, M.A., the owner/operator of Guaranteed Property Inspection and Mold Investigation Inc. has been providing property and environmental inspections for over 13 years in Orange County and Southern California.

Steve Z. has performed over 6,000 home inspections, mold, energy and environmental inspections and is fully certified and insured to meet all your inspection needs. He personally provides all field inspection services and as a result is able to maintain the highest Better Business Bureau rating of A+.

Steve has extensive training and years of experience as a home, mold, energy and environmental inspector that will guarantee that you receive the most thorough, state of the art and comprehensive inspection that follows current industry standards of practice and codes of ethics, a true value and education at a fair price. He conducts every inspection, as if he were moving his own family into the property. Steve also backs up every home inspection with a 90 day warranty, that is purchased on your behalf from American Home Warranty Association.

Unlike other home inspection companies, who will need to refer you to an environmental and/or energy audit contractor, Steve is a nationally certified expert that can handle the job without making you jump through hoops to hire additional people before the end of your inspection period, including the areas of: mold, asbestos, allergens, child safety, radon, formaldehyde, energy, EMF, water quality, and VOC's. As a result of his advanced training, he is able to offer a FREE energy audit and FREE mold investigation as well, with each home inspection.
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Please take the time to read through Steve's home inspector credentials and qualifications as this is so important when hiring an inspector. Don't focus on price alone, focus on value, quality, experience and professionalism. When you hire an inspector, any inspector, you are hiring their individual knowledge, experience and qualifications so make sure you hire the best, not just the cheapest. We are confident that you will be Steve's next satisfied customer.