In California anyone can inspect your property.  There are no licensing requirements what so ever.   If you think this sounds dangerous, you're right.

It is up to you, the consumer, to educate yourself on what makes an inspector qualified to inspect your new home.

Dennis Parra, MCI and Dennis Parra II, MCI have passed the test of time completing over 20,000 inspections. They are experienced, have advanced education and between the two of them they are active professional members in the following trade groups:

• California Real Estate Inspection Association . Dennis Parra II, MCI and Dennis Parra, MCI have both served on the State Board including terms as President of the San Diego CREIA Chapter.

• American Society of Home Inspectors - Dennis II is presently the San Diego Chapter President of ASHI and on the Council of Representatives. Dennis Sr. is a present member and past chairman of the Chapter Relations Committee.  

• Forensic Consultants Association

• Roof Consultants Institute

• Roofing Contractors Association - Dennis Parra II, MCI and Dennis Parra, MCI have served as committee members and educational leaders.

• Construction Specification Institute

• International Conference of Building Officials

• Better Understanding of Roofing Systems Institute

• National Association of Home Builders -- Field Representative

What an Inspection Covers

At Parra Building Consultants, our inspection reports not only meet the Standard of Practice of the California Real Estate Inspection Association & American Society of Home Inspectors, our reports exceed the Standards.

Some of the items included are:

1. Foundation, Crawlspace, and Basement
   
2. Grading and Drainage
   
3. Exterior Features
   
4. Roof Coverings
   
5. Attic and Roof Framing
   
6. Plumbing
   
7. Water Heating Systems
   
8. Electrical Systems
   
9. Heating Systems
   
10. Central Cooling Systems
    
11. Fireplaces and Chimneys
    
12. Interior Walls
    
13. Floors
    
14. Ceilings
    
15. Doors
    
16. Windows.
    
17. Other Built-in Appliances and Systems
    
18. Pools and Spas