The use of asbestos sharply declined in the late 1970s when it became evident that asbestos posed a threat to human health and safety

In the introductory post of this series, “Can You House Hunt Like a Home Inspector?”, I talked about three levels of Inspection: 1) An inspection by a keen eyed House Hunter 2) A technical but still limited inspection by a Home Inspector and 3) A more detailed technical inspection by a licensed tradesperson.

Most people don’t think of living in a home as “Having a Relationship”, but it really is. Think about it. What part of your life, other than your family, has as much impact on how you feel as the home you live in.

A home inspection is a vital part of the home buying process that shouldn’t be glossed over or taken lightly. This is the best opportunity the buyer has to really go through the home with a fine-toothed comb to learn about what they’re buying. While the quick emotional decisions of a home purchase can be very stressful, the home inspection is a time to slow things down and think.