•Make sure your inspector is certified.
I am certified by InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors). I adhere to their Standards of Practice and their Code of Ethics. Click on the seal to the right to verify my membership status.
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•Make sure your home inspector backs up his work.
Every inspection I perform is backed by 100-day home inspection coverage. 
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•Get to know your new home.
One of the most important steps towards peace of mind is understanding. I’ll take the time to make sure you know how everything in your new home works, especially if you are a first-time home buyer. 
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•Don’t let your inspector be in a hurry.
I take my time to be as thorough as I can, because I know that potential problems can be just as bad as those obvious problems if they’re not identified.

•Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
A Top Notch home inspection does not end with the inspection report. If you ever have any questions about anything covered in the inspection, please feel free to call me anytime. Buying a home can be a very stressful process. Your home inspection should not be.

•Hire a local home inspector.
National home inspection companies may do a good job, but what if you have a question in six months? Will your inspector be available to answer your question? Does he even work for the company anymore? I live in Minneapolis. I perform inspections in Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding suburbs. I work for myself, not for a nation-wide company. I will be here if you have questions in the future. When you call me, I’m the one who will answer the phone.