> E&O/GL Insurance for Home InspectorsCompetitive Rates, Broad Coverage,Free Risk Management, online inspectionsupport for tough questions, discountson education and more... Professional Coverage, Competitive PricingShop OREP today! >> Editor’s Note: To help you stay up-to-date and connected, OREP/Working RE has established a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Discussion and Resource Page where you can share your thoughts, experiences,…
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> E&O/GL Insurance for Home InspectorsCompetitive Rates, Broad Coverage, Free Risk Management, online inspectionsupport for tough questions, discounts on education and more… Professional Coverage, Competitive PricingShop OREP today! Buyer Beware: Can Legislation Fix Inspection Waivers? by Tony Jones, Senior Editor The waiving of the home inspection has long been selectively used in real estate…
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It is said that clothes make the man (or woman) but how much do they matter to the success of a business? Opinions vary but as you will see, according to many seasoned inspectors, everything matters
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Veteran agents/brokers weigh in on an ongoing debate: should real estate agents attend the home inspection? The answers vary. Some real estate professionals believe that the home inspector should be alone, while others argue for various combinations of the buyer, the buyer’s agent, the seller, and the seller’s agent.
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It doesn’t take long to figure out that the electrical needs of homes in the 21st century far surpass those of homes that were wired in the 1920s. Often, while inspecting older homes, I will still find electrical systems that are considered antique and cannot reasonably or safely handle today’s electrical loads.
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Home inspectors are not performing code compliance inspections, however, the wise inspector should be familiar with the various codes used in his area.
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Many homes have decks attached to them for entertaining and relaxing under the stars, but most home owners do not perform a regular deck inspection. Each year, people are injured or killed due to faulty construction or the lack of needed regular maintenance of decks.
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Insurance is a necessity in today's Home Inspection climate. Increased liability and frivolous claims make home inspector insurance more important than ever. Working RE and OREP have been working to provide quality errors and omissions insurance policies that are up to the task of protecting you! We also publish many stories and articles specifically tailored…
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