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Is Your Inspector Certified? Click Here to find out (ICC) The International Code Council (ICC) is the leading building authority in the world - the authors of internationally accepted building codes. Inspectors certified as Residential Combination Inspectors by the ICC have extensive experience in building structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing inspection, which are the fundamental components of a Home Inspection. The ICC authors the International Residential Code (IRC), which the Florida Building Code is substantially based on. You can click on the link above to go directly to the ICC web site to verify your inspectors certification(s). An inspector that has achieved ICC certification has achieved a level of expertise that few private inspection companies achieve. This credential is internationally recognized and is the preferred certification of building departments, architectural and engineering firms and the legal community. ICC is a Certified Provider of Continuing Education Units. Certified Provider is the highest level of membership in IACET and demonstrates to others that ICC has taken seriously its commitment to quality in its professional development program. It is recommended that you choose a home inspector who is a Certified Member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), Registered Professional Inspector with the Florida Association of Building Inspectors (FABI), and ICC code certified as a Residential Combination Inspector. You should be paying for Knowledge and Time. If an inspector lacks the proper credentials and doesn't put in the necessary time and effort (high volume, low fees), then what would you be paying for? Our incredibly thorough inspections will significantly reduce your risk and help make the entire home buying process easier and less stressful. You will know what is being purchased and will save considerable heartache and money by avoiding a "money pit". You will also have a preventative
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