Burgess Inspections - Lynchburg, VA
posted 21 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Lynchburg, VA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
Burgess Inspections is seeking a dedicated Home Inspector to provide comprehensive inspections in the Lynchburg/Roanoke area of Virginia. The role involves ensuring homes meet high-quality standards and performing ancillary services such as radon testing, mold assessments, sewer scope inspections, and termite inspections. The ideal candidate will be skilled in home inspections and committed to delivering excellent service to clients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough and accurate home inspections, examining various systems and components of residential properties to identify deficiencies, safety hazards, or maintenance issues.
- Perform radon testing to determine the presence and levels of radon gas in homes, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Conduct mold assessments, inspecting properties for the presence of mold and identifying sources of moisture or water damage.
- Conduct termite inspections to identify signs of termite infestation, damage, or conducive conditions that may attract termites.
- Conduct sewer scope inspections to identify issues with the lateral sewer line.
- Perform other ancillary services as needed.
- Generate detailed inspection reports, documenting findings, observations, and recommendations for clients clearly and concisely.
- Communicate effectively with clients, explaining inspection findings and answering any questions or concerns they may have.
- Stay up to date with industry best practices, building codes, and regulations to ensure the highest quality of service delivery.
Requirements
- Valid home inspector license or certification in the state of Virginia.
- Proven experience in performing comprehensive home inspections.
- Certified by NRPP or NRSB to perform radon tests, or ability to become certified.
- Ability to perform ancillary services, including sewer scope inspections, radon testing, mold assessments, and termite inspections.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong observational skills.
- Strong knowledge of residential building systems, components, and construction methods.
- Familiarity with relevant local building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
- Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment, including moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, and radon testing devices.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Benefits
- Flexible hours
- Full-time office support for scheduling and marketing
- A competitive compensation
- All certificate/licensing fees/equipment/company paid
- Company Laptop and software
- Mileage reimbursement
- Company apparel
