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Building Inspector? Well a building inspector decided after a good 8 years or more that we have been living in this house to call the porch outside unfit. So unless we pay the bill I'm sure they are working on evicting us. That's not even half of the story but what I don't get here is that the porch has been in the condition it's been in for quite a while now; is it right for them to do this? In my opinion the deck is not going to kill any one, it's not like a bridge that is on a public highway that needs serious repair (hmm...and I could name a quite a few of those??). Even complaining about the stuff that is in the yard (there is not really much of anything in the yard at all just a can that looks like a bucket wow one thing...??) Any who..what rights do we have and can we file some sort of appeal? seems pretty opressive to go after people like that I could see it if we had a junkyard out in our yard but we don't. I could see it if the porch were in the highway/road nearby but it isn't.. and for the most part we do not even walk on the porch really ..I just find it strange that people who nose around on a persons property get payed and then get to evict them off of it..so who is going to get the property? The bank? and they can afford to sell it ? I'm sure if they did fix it up as it is supposed to be no one would want to buy it as it would be so high priced.. and for the most part we do not even walk on the porch really ..I just find it strange that people who nose around on a persons property get payed and then get to evict them off of it..so who is going to get the property? The bank? and they can afford to sell it ? I'm sure if they did fix it up as it is supposed to be no one would want to buy it as it would be so high priced.. The rent is already nearing 900 right now and the house is in very very poor shape..Who in their right mind is going to pay 2000 or so a month to stay in a house? lol.. Just makes me laugh but seriously that is pathetic.. paying on a mortgage so we don't own it yet..after 30 years or so it will be considered owned.. We live in Rhode Island by the way.

If I get a building inspector to evaluate my rental house, can my landlord evict me? I have been having terrible burnt rubber smells coming through my walls from my neighbour's unit. I rent a town house. The landlord will not do anything and nobody else will help me, even the health dept. So, I am planning on getting a building inspector in to investigate. Do I have the right to do this? And, can my landlord evict me for doing so?

How can I become a commercial and residential building or custruction inspector? Building inspectors ensure builders are within construction guidelines set by legislature. I would like to manufacture residential and commercial buildings as a career. With this in mind I believe that becoming a building inspector will help in becoming a successful builder.

Is a construction and or building inspector a good career choice? I am wanting to know if a construction and or building inspector would be a good career choice? What does it take to get into this field in the state on Indiana? Do you know of any schools that teach this in the Fort Wayne IN area? I have 4 years as a drywall hanger and 2 years as a plumbers apprentice, would any of this help me?

what is the probability that a building inspector? If 6 of 18 new buildings in a city violate the building code, what is the probability that a building inspector, who randomly selects 4 of the new buildings for inspection, will catch (a) none of the buildings that violate the building code; (b) 1 of the new buildings that violate the building code; (c) 2 of the new buildings that violate the building code; (d) at least 3 of the new buildings that violate the building code? PLEASE HELP ME!

Is it OK to have a building inspector evaluate my rental unit? What does a building inspector charge & how do I chose one? My rental unit has MANY questionable problems that I think may be illegal & NOT up to code. My Landlord is unconcerned & unresponsive to most of these problems. So should I call a building inspector? If they find problems or violations - what happens from there? Can a landlord retaliate after a tenent does this? Thanks:)

What can be done about corrupt building inspector? We just moved into a new construction home & I am certain that the building inspector "looked the other way" on some issues in our home. I have no hard proof, just common sense. There are two major safety issues, one of which amounts to a 10 ft concrete hole in the ground in our backyard. (Actually, it's an outside stairwell that runs parallel to an exterior wall. No railing from preventing anyone from just walking off the lawn into the side of the stairwell. We are getting a railing installed, to the tune of $1000.) The other one is a laundry chute which is simply a hole in the floor behind a closet door. Again, a safety issue, which we have addressed. I have 2 small children and it angers me that our builder was probably involved in paying off an inspector in order to save money himself, at the risk of my kids' lives. Any ideas?

Rental Business: should a special home inspector inspect an apartment building OR can I use a regular one? Hi, I'm looking into buying an apartment building (say 10-plex). Wanted to ask if I can use a regular home inspector for the inspection OR since it is bigger (10-plex) do I need a different inspector? In other words, is there a certification called "apartment building inspectors" or is any certified residential inspector supposed to be qualified for that? (asking about residential use only, not commercial. just more units) THANKS.

how long does it take to get a occupancy permit from the building inspector? i live in indiana and we had a house fire and we have gotten a new home on the old foundation and everything is finished except we are waiting on the building inspector to to the inspection for the occupancy permit. how long does this usually take?

Does a DWI have a big effect on you chance of becoming a Building inspector? I'm thinking about becoming a building inspector and I have a DWI. Will I still be able to take the OR state building inspection licence test?

How to become a Home/Building Inspector? I am looking into the career of possibly becoming a home/building inspector. I understand that there is training involved. I would like to be licensed and not just take a class. I have a BA degree in English. But, I am looking more into a career that has some type of license to it. Anyone familiar with the process?

Is a building Inspector a good field to get into? I am leaving my current IT Job and considering on taking courses for building Inspectors. Is this a good Business?

Our house was apparently red-tagged by the building inspector what can we do? Our landlord knew it and never told us. We were recently contacted by the building inspector and another tag was put on the house. It has been rented to us illegally what can we do?

Why would a home inspection be important, if a building inspector has already checked home? For example, if a house has been remodeled: rewired, new roof, new flooring, new plumbing, new siding, basically gutted and built anew, all of this requires, by law, a building inspection. Couldn't I just use this instead of using a home inspector? If not, what is the difference? Everything is just gorgeous and works. Surely, someone can't sell a remodel without a building inspection.

does anyone know a good building inspector in san jose? this is my first remodelling project in our home. we will need foundation, plumbing, electrical, and framing inspections. we have heard how difficult sometimes these inspectors could be. we would want to work with someone who is fair and reasonable. anyone know a municipal building inspector for san jose?

Can a building code inspector force you to upgrade smoke alarms in you home after only adding on a garage? My friend had an additonal garage built onto the exsisting one. When the inspector came he said he had to update to wired in smoke detectors through out the house. Why? All he wanted was another garage and had not been told if he did that he would have to have the house smoke detectors updated.

What does RECALL mean from building inspector? I have got building violation for a deck I had build several months ago. It was posted on my window and said the stairs didn't meet the requirements. So I have a paper that says RECALL within 2 weeks or pay the fine. The quesion is what does recall mean in this sentance? Does it mean tear down the stairs or fix the stairs?

Is a home inspector the same as a building inspector? Also how do i go about getting into that field of work in Colorado. Thanks! Ok, so if i would like to persue a career as a building inspector is it impossible for me because i have no knowledge of construction? Or can i learn everything in special courses that i take to attain a license in building inspection?

What does a building inspector do? I want to know if the job is dangerous? Do you have to climb up ladders, go under buildings? be exposed to toxic substances such as asbestos?

What are the top 10 things a building inspector looks for when evaluating an older home? We have an older and are getting ready to sell it in a couple of years and would like to get it in a salable condition little at a time.

what category would someone put for a residential building inspector? I am looking for a job as a Residential building inspector. I am a certified Residential building inspector. I am now currently looking for employment.

What gives a building inspector the power to inspect a property without a warrant?

Can a city building inspector condemn a building? I live in a condominium and the structures are in poor condition. I called the city I live in, compliance for buildings. Can the city help us since our association declares to be penniless. Did I do the right thing? I am not joking, there are patios with cracks and some of them are pulling away from the units. There are leaks, mold, and one woman has no drywall in a section of her unit where because of water damage.

How does someone become a residential building inspector? Do you have to have an architect degree? It's not Chicago. Michigan. What is up with Chicago?

How is "I plan to go to college, be a building inspector and move to Canada" translated into French? Weird question, but I don't know. If you only can translate one part of it, I will still appreciate it greatly. 'Plan' can instead be 'want' if it helps.

what do i have to do to be a building inspector.construction experience since 1987? i worked since 1987 in residental homes.some comercial.

what can be done if a town building inspector over looks something that isn't code and the building gets built? and years later it is noticed, and realized that it is a saftey issue. Who is responsible for correcting the out of code work?

Best way to prepare for an interview with a city hiring for Assistant (Building) Inspector? What books, sites?

How does one become a building and or home inspector in the state of Ohio? I understand the steps to becoming a fire inspector and I think building/home inspection would be a nice route to go. Help me!

How to become a home / building inspector and how much does the class cost?

repair an apartment in a building need I an inspector? I am repairing an apartment building, paints an change kitchen and bathroom . Need I an inspector to do this work?

would i be in trouble if i ignore building inspector's demand to check my in -law unit? i have an illegal(no permits) in-law unit in my house with a tenant in it. apparently somebody turned me in and i got a letter from the building inspector demanding to see the property or else i will have to deal with punitive action by the city. what will happen if i ignore the letter? what are my chances that this issue will go away? what is the best way to handle this situation? thank you.

What questions should I ask a building inspector?

does a building inspector have a legal right to take pics of your property on your property w/o permission? He never asked permission to go to the backyard and took pics. I live in Nassau county NY. Had some work done but only replaced the existing cement patio and retaining wall on the backyard which both were crumbling and was a hazard. as far as i know that is not a violation and doesn't need a permit to redo.

What is the best way to add on to your house without the building permit inspector noticing? Any tips? They can't tear it down in my city, if it is built to code, and I will build it to code. My main reason I don't want a building permit is that I got the house in trust. In California, your residential taxes are based on the purchase price of the house. My Dad bought the house way back in 1945, and my taxes are $215 a year. If the building inspector comes, the whole thing will be reassessed and my taxes will be thousands and thousands of dollars a year.

is it legal for a city building inspector to inspect an apartment without prior notification?

has anyone ever felt like they were being Bullied by a "Building Inspector"? how common this happens and why? how this is possible and how someone becomes a "Building Inspector" too? btw, which area of the world are you and how they are there? why this way? also, what did you do as well? and what CAN you do? please describe situation if you will.

Unannounced building permit inspector came to my fiancees. His dog jumped on her & scratched her can she sue? She stated she had a tetnus shot already, but then made a big deal of how it hurt. We put bacitracin ointment and bandaged her. But she was not friendly to begin with and she just wasn't a pleasant person. Should we worry?

We live in a small town in South Dakota. Need information on attaining education to be a building inspector.? The internet has a lot of options for home inspectors, but we are interested in information and schools that provide education to become a building inspector, for both residential and commercial buildings.

does the building inspector have the right...? to tell you to take down a 13 course brick wall that you have just layed 'frog down' and I've filled the frog fully with mortar. what are my rights? does he have the right?

building inspector versus home inspector? what's the difference between a building inspector and a home inspector?

how can I find training to become a certified building inspector?

how do you become a home/building inspector?

Bible riddle help: Who was the first building inspector in the Bible? My grandfather always likes to try to stump people with riddles about the Bible and the last time my father talked to him, he posed a riddle. My dad isn't a very religious person (nor am I) so we're totally stumped on this riddle! Usually they're pretty easy to answer from common knowledge, but this one is more tough (for us anyway). The riddle is: Who was the first building inspector in the Bible? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks :) Found out the answer from my grandfather: God.

Commercial real estate question. Can I hire a building inspector to check out a property b4 I make offer?

A building inspector inspected my inv-t property and said I need GFI's on all my electrical outlets....? Will it be expensive? Many of you reminded me, that the inspector did not say all the electrical outlets. I think he mentioned the one's in the bathroom and kitchen. Sorry for the confusion. By the way is it easy to put these on myself?

I'm expecting building inspector to look at my illegal in-law unit. what should i do/remove to avoid trouble? i have an illegal in-law unit in my house. someone turned me in and now i am expecting a city inspector. the unit has a stove, a fridge, a kitchen sink , some kitchen cabinets and a separate entrance. how little or how much would i have to remove to get the city inspector off my back? your advise will be highly appreciated. thanks.

how can i find out who my area building inspector is?

Newly purchased home, building inspector revoked occupancy with no warning? Need advice.? We recently purchased a home, built in 1951. The local building inspector slapped a "Vacant" sticker on the property and revoked occupancy (he said there was a crack in the exterior foundation wall). We have had possession for only 1 week. The house is pretty empty because we are replacing flooring and painting. There is running water, adequate septic field and a sleeping bag to constitute someone living there. What legal rights do we have? The inspector's reasoning is shaky when questioned. Do they have any right to enter the house to inspect?

can i fit my own mulit fuel fire, i have been told i can but need to ask a building inspector to check my work? who will then issue me with a certificate, but on the other hand i have been told this is not true and need someone who is hetas registered but will cost me 350 for them to place the fire in and test then issue a certificate!

what is the minimum qualification for building inspector? building inspector , home inspector

as newly appointed police inspector, what can you contribute towards nation building? as newly appointed police inspector, what can you contribute towards nation building?

What are the duties of an Owner's RESIDENT Inspector in a building construction site?pls answer in details . I would like to know what ARE and what ARE NOT the responsibilities of an Owner's RESIDENT inspector. Details are very important to me. Thank you in very much advance.

i am thinking of converting my garage and want to know if total is below £5000 will a building inspector check

How is a building inspector related to the law? I have a project for a business course where I need to do an interview on somebody who is/was (or just knows a lot about) a building inspector. I have questions below: What do building instructors do? What do you have to do as a building inspector? How is their job related to the law? What is a typical day like for a building inspector? What are the educational requirements to become a building inspector? If you are a building inspector, why did you become one? What do you enjoy about it? What's challenging about it? How long have you been one? What advice would you give to someone who wanted to become a building inspector? You don't have to give me your name or any personal information, but I would really appreciate it if someone could answer these honestly. I've called around my hometown, but nobody has time to fit me into their schedule (and I don't have enough time for them either).

how can i deal w/building inspector w/bad attitude n thinks he has omnipotent power in other words prick Calif im building a garage n this inspector mark everything wrong when is not, he has an attitude, big head

My building inspector says I need to "turn in my handrails" what does that mean? My building inspector says I need to raise and "turn in my handrails" and the mentioned something about 'if a blind person were to use them'... what on earth does he mean when he says "turn them in"? How do I turn these ends in? Its just 1 solid peice of oblong handrail on each side? Down a stairway with walls on bothside. I don't know how I would 'turn them in to the walls'... does anyone know where I can see a picture of this? I'm really confused.