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Can anyone conduct a MA home inspection?
Visit The MA Board of Registration of Home Inspectors website for official information on MA Home Inspector regulation.
Massachusetts regulates home inspectors as of 2001. Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) and Codes of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) include definitions for Home Inspection, Home Inspectors and the conditions when the terms apply.
Can anyone conduct a home inspection in MA?
Yes. As long as no compensation is paid to the person performing the inspection.
No. A person performing a home inspection in MA for compensation is required to be licensed by the Board of Registration of Home Inspectors.
MGL Chapter 112 Section 222 – No person shall conduct a home inspection for compensation unless licensed by the board in accordance with this section and said sections 223 to 226, inclusive, and unless he provides a written report of the home inspection.
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The term home inspection was widely used prior to the Massachusetts General Laws requiring a license for a person performing a home inspection for compensation. The term home inspection can still be used by non-licensed MA home inspectors as long as there is no compensation being paid to the person performing the home inspection.
Remember Massachusetts General Laws are not intended to unlawfully restrict a person’s opinion or right to free speech. It is OK to have a spouse, relative, friend of the family or other trusted adviser inspect your home as long as there is no compensation paid to the person performing the inspection.
Can anyone work as a home inspector in MA?
NO. A person working (receiving compensation) as a home inspector in Massachusetts is required to be licensed in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws sections 223 to 226 inclusive.
YES. The requirements contained in MGL chapter 112 section 222 shall not be construed to prevent any of the following persons from acting within the scope of their profession: (12) a person making a home inspection in the presence of a licensed home inspector for the purpose of meeting the requirements of section 223 to qualify for licensure as an associate home inspector.
Attend a Board approved 75 hour training program.
Are you interested in working as a home inspector in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires a person to complete a Board approved 75 hour training program as one of the requirements to apply for an Associate Home Inspector license. Enroll in a Board approved 75 hour training program by a Board approved Provider in Framingham MA or Marlborough MA.
The Fall 2016 classes begin on September 12, 2016 in Framingham MA.
- Location: Keefe At Night – 750 Winter Street Framingham MA
- Dates: September 20, 2016 to December 21, 2016.
- Times: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
- Register at http://www.keefeatnight.org in the Real Estate & Home Inspection category of classes. Associate Home Inspection.
The Fall 2016 classes begin on September 20, 2016 in Marlborough MA.
- Location: Assabet After Dark – 215 Fitchburg Street Marlborough MA
- Dates: September 20, 2016 to November 3, 2016
- Times: Tue and Thu evenings 6:30pm to 9:30pm plus Sat 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Register at http://www.assabetafterdark.com in the Career/License RE and Construction category of classes. Massachusetts Home Inspection License Prep.
Seating is limited so sign-up early to reserve your seat in the class. The classrooms are WiFi enabled and all classroom material will also be available online.
For registration information contact Assabet After Dark or Keefe At Night
For class content information contact the Board approved Provider Jim Mushinsky
Do Massachusetts closing attorneys do enough?
Anyone who has purchased a home in Massachusetts knows about the burden of extensive paperwork and document signing when it comes time for the closing. Some have said that you have to bring two pens since there isn’t enough ink in one pen.
However, the question must be asked. Do Massachusetts closing attorneys do enough to protect the buyer?
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts does not prohibit a Real Estate Attorney from holding other licenses such as a Real Estate Broker or Salesperson. So how is the Massachusetts home buyer protected from a conflict of interest?
Do Massachusetts closing attorneys check for compliance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 112 section 87yy1/2 ?
In 2001, The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires licensing of Home Inspectors to protect the home buyer from collusion between Real Estate Brokers & Salesperson and the Home Inspector. Specifically, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 112: Registration of certain professions and occupations, Section 87YY1/2: First signing of purchase agreement, distribution of home inspection brochure, prohibition of specific recommendations, exception
In short, the seller or seller’s representative must provide the buyer with the Home Inspectors Facts For Consumers Sheet at the time of the signing of the first written contract to purchase.
Did you buy a home in Massachusetts after April 2001?
Did your closing attorney check for the seller’s compliance with M.G.L Chapter 112 Section 87YY1/2 ?
Have the Real Estate Broker & Salespersons, Real Estate Attorney, and Home Inspector professions eluded Governor Patrick’s Regulation Reform?
Are lenders approving loans without sufficient knowledge of compliance with M.G.L Chapter 112 Section 87YY1/2?
Berlin MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in Berlin MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Berlin MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Berlin MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com for your Massachusetts Home Inspection. Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Roxbury MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Roxbury Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Roxbury MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Roxbury MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Roslindale MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Roslindale Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Roslindale MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Roslindale MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Mattapan MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Mattapan Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Mattapan MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Mattapan MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Jamaica Plain MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Jamaica Plain MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Jamaica Plain MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Hyde Park MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Hyde Park Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Hyde Park MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Hyde Park MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
East Boston MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the East Boston Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the East Boston MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in East Boston MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
Dorchester MA Home Inspection
Home inspectors working in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston MA are required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.
MA Home Inspector
The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.
Visit the Dorchester MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Dorchester MA and our Massachusetts Home Inspection.
- Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
- Home Inspection Photographs
- Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller’s Representative
- Flood Zones
- Lead Paint
- Hazardous Waste Release
- and more on the web site…
Contact United Inspection Service for your Boston MA Home Inspection at 508-788-1447 or email unitedinspection@live.com
Boston MA Home Inspector Website: www.unitedinspection.com
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