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Construction and Project Planning
& Management
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Client List
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Provide complete profession "take
charge" supervision of all
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construction/projects.
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Act as liaison between Owner/Contractor/Architect.
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Permit acquisitions
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Order all owner-furnished equipment,
supplies and other
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needs for project.
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Take charge of complete scheduling of
all phases, deliveries,
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supplies, etc., from start to finish
of project.
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Provide approval authority for pay requests
from contractors and
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suppliers.
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Provide complete inspection of final
punch-out.
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Current & past client list includes:
Whataburger Inc., Whataburger Franchises;
Spherion - Arizona Public
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Service; Robstown Independent School
District
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Other
Services
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Texas Architectural Barriers Plan Review
& Inspections.
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Commercial, Residential Building &
Home
Inspections.
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Mold Inspections.
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Important Home
Inspection FAQ
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1.
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How
does a home inspection benefit the buyer?
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If
the home has been appraised, do I still
need an inspection?
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3.
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If
we purchase a newly built home, should we
still have a home inspection?
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What
does an inspection cover?
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How
do I arrange for an inspection?
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What
should I look for in an inspector before
hiring one?
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7.
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What
can I do if I receive unsatisfactory service
from an inspector?
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1.
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HOW DOES A HOME
INSPECTION BENEFIT THE BUYER?
An
inspection assures the homebuyer that the
home is in good condition. Since a
home purchase is normally the largest single
investment of a lifetime, it just makes
good sense to spend a relatively small fee
for a licensed home inspector.
A
real estate agent cannot determine the condition
of the property for you. That is the
buyer’s responsibility. As a licensed
home inspector I have been trained on what
to look for regarding the mechanical and
structural aspects of the home. Being
an unbiased party, I can give you an objective
report on the home’s condition.
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2.
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IF THE HOME
HAS BEEN APPRAISED, DO I STILL NEED AN INSPECTION?
Yes.
An appraisal is not an inspection.
An appraiser is looking for value,
not the condition of the structural and
mechanical systems of the home.
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3.
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IF WE PURCHASE
A NEWLY BUILT HOME, SHOULD WE STILL HAVE
A HOME INSPECTION?
Although
a new home is sometimes inspected by city
or county building inspectors for codes
and local ordinance requirements, it is
advisable to have your own inspection performed
independently. Government officials
will not operate the mechanical systems
of the home and will only give a cursory
look at the structure.
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4.
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WHAT DOES AN
INSPECTION COVER?
As an inspector
I must, at a minimum, inspect to the Standards
of Practice mandatory by law from the Texas
Real Estate Commission. However, these
standards are minimums and I will perform
a more thorough inspection than the standards
require.
The inspection will include the foundation,
structure, electrical, plumbing, appliances,
heating, and air conditioning. Optional
items that may be inspected (for an additional
fee) are: swimming pools, whirlpools,
water wells, septic systems, sprinkler systems,
etc.
Please understand that there are limitations
to an inspection. Many components
of the home are not visible during the inspection.
While I can reduce your risk of purchasing
a home, I cannot eliminate it, nor can I
assume it. I do recommend that you
budget for unexpected repairs.
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5.
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HOW DO I ARRANGE
FOR AN INSPECTION?
The buyer
normally orders and pays for the inspection.
Even if your realtor orders the inspection
for you, you are still responsible for payment.
You can have your realtor arrange
the time, open the house, and keep you posted.
The inspection can require one to three
hours to complete. The buyer is encouraged
to be present so I can demonstrate how household
equipment works and can explain any problems.
Your inspection should be done after
the contract is negotiated, but prior to
closing.
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6.
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WHAT SHOULD
I LOOK FOR IN AN INSPECTOR BEFORE HIRING
ONE?
Your inspector should
be licensed, have an extensive construction
background, experience as an inspector,
and good client references.
I have been a licensed professional real
estate inspector since 1989. I have
been in the construction industry for over
27 years. I will be glad to provide
client references on request.
While I can provide an estimate of repair
costs, I am prohibited under state licensing
laws from doing the actual repairs.
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7.
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WHAT CAN I DO
IF I RECEIVE UNSATISFACTORY SERVICE FROM
AN INSPECTOR?
Under Texas
law, consumers may report complaints about
an inspector to the Texas Real Estate Commission.
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For further
information concerning home inspections
visit: 
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