The State of Florida does not have any current licensing requirements for Home Inspectors, however, licensing regulations will become effective July 1, 2010. In the meantime, Tampa Bay home buyers and sellers should look for an inspector with: national certifications, extensive experience, and a strong reputation. The inspector should provide detailed reports complete with checklists and photos such as this sample report .
National Affiliations & Certifications
Tampa Bay home buyers and sellers should insist that an inspector meet the criteria of a nationally recognized organizations that have standards of practice, certification exams, codes of ethics and continuing education requirements. Here are some of the leading home inspection organizations:
ASHI: American Society of Home Inspectors
NAHI: National Association of Home Inspectors
InterNACHI: International Association of Certified Home Inspectors
To locate an inspector, you might consult these links:
NAHI Home Inspector Search
ASHI Home Inspector Search
InterNACHI Inspector Search
HomeGuage Florida Search
For further reading, check out the ASHI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) http://www.ashi.org/customers/faq.asp
