Using a qualified home inspector in Pennsylvania is an important part of buying a home.

2. Home Inspectors in PA
One of the biggest concerns when purchasing or selling
a home are the results of a Home Inspection.
Although the seller may dread a visit from a home
inspector, it is a crucial step for buyers to ensure the
house is in the appropriate condition.

3. Home Inspectors in PA
A home inspector can be chosen personally or through
your real estate agency.
Either way, it is important to be sure inspection is
performed properly and that all applicable rules and
standards are followed during the process.

4. Home Inspectors in PA
According to Pennsylvania’s Residential Real Estate Transfers Law:
“Home inspectors are required to be a full member in
good standing of a national, not-for-profit home
inspection association or must be supervised by
someone who is.”
Some of these associations include…

5. Home Inspection Associations in Pennsylvania
PA Chapters of the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHIPA)
• The NAHI was founded in 1987 and its PA chapters have members throughout the
state.
• NAHIPA members follow guidelines as specified by the organization’s Standards of
Practice and their Code of Ethics.
• Applicants are only allowed Regular or CRI level membership after their credentials
are reviewed thoroughly.
• For more information about the organization, or to find a member inspector in
your area, please visit the NAHIPA website.

6. Home Inspection Associations in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Home Inspectors Coalition (PHIC)
• The PHIC promotes professionalism and accuracy in home inspections. They have
worked with the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors® and other industry groups
to help ensure a quality inspection process.
• The PHIC has created a Pennsylvania-specific inspection agreement, which is
available to their members for a small fee.
• The coalition has members all over PA, making it easy to find an inspector in your
region.

7. Home Inspection Associations in Pennsylvania
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
• The ASHI is one of the largest and oldest home inspector associations, with more
than 6000 members across the United States.
• The society’s website is a good source of information about home inspection, such
as state-specific laws and regulations, e-learning resources, and a members-only
portal.
• You can easily find an inspector near you in their PA member database.

8. Insist on a Qualified Home Inspector
Nobody wants to pay top dollar for a home in excellent condition, only to find
out later it’s actually a serious “fixer upper”.
For this and other reasons, the results of a competent home inspection are
as important to consider when buying a home as its lot size, square
footage, location, and asking price.

9. Insist on a Qualified Home Inspector
More information about the Residential Real Estate Transfers
Law and other consumer protections afforded to homebuyers in
Pennsylvania can be found at the state’s Office of Attorney
General.
And, as always, if you need the assistance of
a qualified real estate attorney in Pennsylvania, contact
Celli & Associates at 610-525-5380, or visit
RealEstateAttorneyPA.com