A Word from Home Inspector Tom and Lisa Shelters in Jackson, Michigan
"You are at an important juncture in the process of purchasing a home! Choosing the right home inspector can be difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably will not get to meet me until after you hire me. Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and yes, different pricing. One thing for sure is that a home inspection requires work, a lot of work. Ultimately, a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector's own effort and expertise. My experience as a builder gives me a unique advantage as an inspector. A thorough home inspection usually takes 2 to 3 hours, depending on the home's size and age. I encourage my clients to accompany me--it's a great time to ask questions and find out more about the property! I guarantee that I will inspect the property you are considering as if I am the buyer!"
Qualifications
- Over 25 years of experience in construction, building and remodeling, Builder’s License #2101089575
- A good standing member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
- Completed InterNACHI’s online inspector examination
- Completed InterNACHI’s Code of Ethics course
- Completed InterNACHI Standards of Practice quiz
- Practices InterNACHI Code of Ethics
- Follows InterNACHI Standard of Practice
- Completed InterNACHI’s structural course
- Completed InterNACHI’s roofing course
- Completed InterNACHI’s vermiculite course
- Completed InterNACHI’s polybutylene course
- Completed InterNACHI’s water heater course
- Completed InterNACHI’s emergency exit course
- Completed InterNACHI’s electrical course
- Completed InterNACHI’s Green Certified Course
- Completed InterNACHI’s Log Home Certified Course
- Completed the Thomson Education Direct, Home Inspections course
- Completed the EPA’s Mold course
- Fulfills 24 hours of continuing education each year
- JAAR Affiliate