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What Georgia’s Proposed Home Inspector Licensing Bill Could Mean for Homebuyers, Agents, and Inspectors In recent months, Georgia lawmakers have been discussing legislation that would require state licensing for home inspectors. Georgia is currently one of the few states where home inspectors are not licensed by the state, meaning anyone can technically call themselves a home inspector without meeting specific education, testing, or insurance requirements. While the proposal

Why New Construction Home Inspections Matter More Than Ever Many buyers assume that a brand new home does not need an inspection. After all everything is new and just built. In reality new construction homes can have just as many issues as older homes and sometimes more. Modern construction moves fast. Multiple subcontractors work on tight timelines and quality control often depends on how closely each phase is reviewed. A new construction home inspection adds an independent

Top 10 Most Common Issues Found in Georgia Homes (and How to Avoid Them) By Southern Pro Home Inspections – Middle Georgia’s Most Referred Home Inspector Buying or selling a home in Middle Georgia? Whether you’re in Henry County, Jackson, Locust Grove, Monticello, or anywhere in between, you might be surprised at how many “small” issues can turn into big headaches if they’re not caught early. As a Certified Professional Inspector (CPI) with years in the field, I’ve inspected

When you’re buying or selling a home in Georgia, you want confidence — not surprises. That’s where Southern Pro Home Inspections comes in. Locally owned and operated by Stan Hartman, CPI, Southern Pro has built a reputation for thorough, honest, and dependable inspections across Middle Georgia and beyond.

The home inspector is not an expert but a generalist. The home inspector can inspect a home and report upon the home’s condition as it...

Every homeowner has similar concerns and questions related to maintaining their home. The following questions are those that all...

Just for a moment, let’s assume that you’re a real estate agent. The seller has accepted your clients' offer and now, with your help,...