Hero Inspection Services conducts home inspections in Orlando, FL, Winter Garden, Windermere, Clermont, Dr Phillips, Kissimmee, Ocoee, Apopka, Horizon West, Lake Nona and surrounding areas of Central Florida. 

Termites in Orlando Florida - Most people here in Orlando FL and the surrounding areas don't sit around wondering what termites look like. And why would you? We have more important things to think about in life. But at the same time, it is important to know, especially if you are buying a home.

Many people, even experienced pet control operators, mistake termites for carpenter ants. This is true especially when they are spawning and have wings. But the treatments for the two insects are very different. If you treat for carpenter ants and you actually have termites, you could be wasting money on the carpenter ant treatment, all the while allowing the termites to continue doing their damage.

Of course, you should always have a qualified pest inspector fully inspect you home. But if you ever find yourself in the situation, use the chart below to help you determine if it is a termite or a carpenter ant. Questions? Contact me!

Buying a home?  It's probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make.  This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection.  The cost of a home inspection is very small relative to the value of the home being inspected. 
 
You have recently been crunching the numbers, negotiating offers, adding up closing costs, shopping for mortgages, and trying to get the best deals.  Don't stop now.  Don't let your real estate agent, a "patty-cake" inspector, or anyone else talk you into skimping here.  Mike McFadden with Hero Inspection Services perform the best inspections by far. 
 
Hero Inspection Services earns their fees many times over.  They do more, they deserve more, and -- yes -- they generally charge a little more. Do yourself a favor... and pay a little more for the quality inspection you deserve.

The licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard.  Much like being up to code,any less would be illegal.  Imaginary people, children, psychics (who claim to "sense" if a house is OK) and even pets can theoretically be home inspectors.

Hero Inspection Services:

• have to pass InterNACHI's Online Inspector Examination, and re-take and pass it every three years (it's free and open to everyone, and free to re-take);
• have to complete InterNACHI's online Code of Ethics Course (free to take after joining, and self-paced);
• have to take InterNACHI's online Standards of Practice Course (free to take after joining, and self-paced);
• must submit a signed Membership Affidavit;
• substantially adhere to InterNACHI's Standards of Practice;
• abide by InterNACHI's Code of Ethics;
• have to successfully pass the following free online, accredited, and self-paced courses and exams:
• InterNACHI’s "Safe Practices for the Home Inspector" course,
• InterNACHI’s "25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know" course,
• InterNACHI’s "Residential Plumbing Overview for Inspectors" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Perform Roof Inspections" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Inspect HVAC Systems" course,
• InterNACHI’s "Structural Issues for Home Inspectors" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Perform Exterior Inspections" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation and Interior" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Perform Deck Inspections" course,
• InterNACHI’s "How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion" course, and
• InterNACHI’s "How to Inspect Fireplaces, Stoves, and Chimneys" course.
• have to pursue inspection-related training by taking 24 hours of additional accredited Continuing Education each year;
• have to maintain their Online Continuing Education Log, per InterNACHI's rigorous Continuing Education policy;
• have access to InterNACHI's Message Board for exchanging information and tips with colleagues and experts;
• have access to InterNACHI's "What's New" section so that they can keep up with the latest news and events in the inspection industry;
• have access to InterNACHI's time-tested Inspection Agreement, which keeps them (and you) away from lawsuits;
• have access to InterNACHI's Report Review/Mentoring Service;
• have to carry E&O Insurance (if their state requires it);
• have access to a real estate agent Hold-Harmless Clause;
• and have access to many other benefits, training, marketing tools and information to help themselves, as well as consumers and real estate professionals, provided for free by the world's largest inspector association.

So, the next time you need a home inspector (or need to refer your clients to one), make sure that you choose Mike McFadden, a Certified Master Inspector.