B.C. First to License Home Inspectors
On March 31, 2009, B.C. became the first province to require licensing by home inspectors, offering some protection to consumers. To be licensed, an inspector must be a member of a professional organization, have liability insurance and a criminal background check. It's a step in the right direction but consumers should still do their homework. Ask your next potential inspector some important questions. Here are a few:
- Can I see your credentials?
- How many years experience do you have?
- How many inspections have you done?
- What training do you have?
and what kind of report do you provide?
It also doesn't hurt to ask for references, annd check them.