[Dantilla]

I have a couple friends who do home inspections, and take it seriously.
Washington State recently added stiff requirements to be licensed. Not long ago, all that was needed was business cards and a phone number. The new regulations include serious liability for poor inspections, so most of the hacks have been weeded out.

With a background in construction, I have been asked by friends to do an inspection. While I don't mind helping a friend, I tell them up front that I'm happy to take a look, but will accept no money, and will put nothing in writing- Just offer opinions of what I see.

The only time I do a "serious" inspection is if I buy a house for myself. I'd rather see for myself what I'm in for, rather than reading somebody else's report.