ohio home inspections: County Codes - 05/18/10 03:02 PM
This is for Ohio only.
Weekly I am asked about local codes. Here is an article that may help you understand local codes.
http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/03/30/story8.html
As you can see the article refers to The RCO (Residential Code of Ohio).
It is important to know what rules apply when you inspect a home. I understand those rules.
So when you need an expert give me a call.
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ohio home inspections: Before you buy a rehabbed home! - 12/02/09 01:15 PM
Before you buy a rehabbed home you should read this article: http://www.local12.com/news/local/story/Home-Buyers-Find-Big-Problems/oSEo6nDWm0e5_QdE_sC2NA.cspx
Home inspectors are not regulated in Ohio and most have no idea about what is required when rehabbing a property.
You should hire someone, like us, who is knowledgeable with what is required.
We are certified and knowledgeable to inspect your home.
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ohio home inspections: Inspect the Inspector - 09/30/09 03:04 PM
I just ran across this article and would like to share with those of you that are in states that do not require the licensing of Home Inspectors.
Here is the link: http://www.canada.com/life/inspect+your+home+inspector/2050469/story.html
Again this is for the states that have no regulations. Not for those who have qualified Home Inspectors.
Is Mike Holmes out of line in what he says or does he bring up good points?
Anyone who knows me knows my opinions.
I would like to here your opinions.
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ohio home inspections: Bad Home Inspection Info - 10/14/08 08:45 PM
Let me first start by saying that there are a ton of GOOD Home Inspectors out there.
What I want you to do in this tough market is question every opinion that may sour one of your deals.
A lot of Realtors®, the less experienced ones, assume that the information in the inspection report is correct, or at least credible. Why not, everyone is certified.
An example of false information can be viewed here: http://activerain.com/blogsview/67758/12-AWG-on-a-30-AMP-breaker
Again most inspectors are good just do not let the new ones lose you money. But in todays market do you want to take a … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspections: Footer Inspection- New Construction - 09/09/07 10:50 AM
When building a new home the most important inspection that you can have performed is a footer inspection.
If not performed quickly enough the footer can be hidden by the backfill and the basement floor.
That is why I like to inspect the footer rather than waiting to do a foundation inspection.
Here is what a footer depth should be. Assuming a 8" thick wall.
Now here is what the footer looked like in another location.
Can you see why it is important not to wait or skip this inspection?
Can you see why having a Residential Building Inspector perform this inspection for you is important?
In a … (8 comments)
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ohio home inspections: Certified Home Inspectors (Ohio) - 07/11/07 04:34 PM
First the State of Ohio does not certify nor license Home Inspectors.
So what does it mean when you talk to someone who says they are a Certified Home Inspector.
In Ohio not much.
There are however certifications issued by The Board of Building Standards State of Ohio.
They are:
Residential Building OfficialResidential Plans ExamineerResidential Building InspectorResidential Plumbing InspectorI have these certifications PLUS:
Electrical Safety InspectorI know that many do not know that these exist. The first four started 2 July 2006. The 5th started in 1970.
If you want to set yourself above the rest recommend someone who has taken the time and proved to the … (7 comments)
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ohio home inspections: CSST lawsuit - 06/29/07 02:32 PM
With the CSST lawsuit decision I was wondering how others (inspectors and Realtors) are explaining the decision to their clients.
http://www.pddocs.com/csst/default.aspx
Are you recommending examination by a licenced electrical contractor? Do you say that it was inspected by the local building department and must be OK? Do you even know about this?
Sept 5th is the cut-off date for this. Your thoughts will this be like the Poly scare?
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ohio home inspections: Staying connected - 06/28/07 11:31 AM
Staying connected to my clients is extremely important to me.
One of the ways that I do this is I have a broadband card. It allows me to get the Internet and my emails 24/7 anywhere that I carry my notebook. Need a copy of a report - no problem, need me to go back and take a picture of a repair and send it to you right then - no problem, sitting at a closing and need a statement from me in writing - no problem.
I can do this as fast as it takes the computer to turn on. If I am … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspections: Dwelling electrical - 04/26/07 11:02 AM
I would like to share a few articles on electric with respect to dwelling units.
Federal Pacific Electric Co. Stab-lok® Update
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/99_c/stablok.htm
Inspecting Electrical Renovations
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/03_b/magazine_03b_hartwell.htm
Homeowners Warned About Aging Home Electrical Systems
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/03_c/magazine_03c_clendenin.htm
Residential Electrical System Aging Research Project
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/05_f/almand.htm
People understand that the furnace wears out or the plumbing leaks but seldom if ever do they thing that the wiring methods change.
Maybe some of the information above will help everyone with the clients.
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ohio home inspections: Columbus Ohio Home Inspections - 04/25/07 05:55 PM
Many buyers and sellers have questions about home inspectors and home inspections.
In the central Ohio area most Realtors use the standard CBR real estate contract, also known as the purchase contract.
While Ohio does not regulate home inspectors or how home inspections are to be performed there are some things that are addressed in the purchase contract.
To understand more about this process read: Dealing with Home Inspections
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ohio home inspections: 2008 National Electric Code® - 04/04/07 10:36 AM
There are major changes coming to the NEC® in 2008.
I know that may seem a long time away but your actions today may come back to you next year.
What am I saying? You may negotiate a price for the replacement of the electrical panel on the sale of a home. Lets say it is $1500.00 and the buyer waits until next year to replace it. Well next year that price will probably top $2500.00. Why?
AFCI's (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) will be required on ALL 120 volt 15 and 20 AMP branch circuits.
I can see that there will be cases where that panel change … (23 comments)
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ohio home inspections: Proctored testing. - 03/18/07 08:29 AM
Is proctored testing necessary? YES.
At least for those who wish to engage in professions like Real Estate, Doctors, Lawyers, Insurance, Specialty Trades (Electric, Plumbing, Etc.), so why not the Home Inspection industry?
What can the public do to ensure that the individual that they hire to do there home inspection is qualified?
Look for someone who has chosen to take the time to prove that they are qualified to inspect your home.
Some examples are:
RBO A Residential Building Official.
RBI A Residential Building Inspector.
ESI An Electrical Safety Inspector.
PE A Professional Engineer.
These designation are available to anyone who choses to go through the required step to … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspections: Contractor/Builder Inspections - 03/11/07 08:11 PM
Most Ohioians are unaware of the changes in Ohio law. Ohio now has a statewide residential building code. Effective date 27 May 2006.
It is called the Residential Code of Ohio. Why is this important?
Because no matter where you build or remodel in the state there is now one standard. This is important for both the general public and Realtors to know. There are many areas of the state that have no residential building inspections.
This is of extra importance when recommending someone to inspect the new build or remodel.
Residential Building Inspectors LLC has the certifications required to perform … (0 comments)
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