Barry Stone

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Barry Stone began his career in 1969 overseeing and partaking in the building and design aspects of residential construction projects. In 1978, having received his general contractor's license, Barry ventured into his own construction and remodeling business. During this time, his exposure to indiscriminate violations and loose interpretations of the Uniform Building Code by tradespersons and contractors heightened his awareness of the vulnerability of consumers in these areas. For Barry, these unacceptable practices cried out for public exposure and remedy. In 1987, having been certified as a building inspector by the International Conference of Building Officials, (the authors of the Uniform Building Code) Barry left the construction field and established Action Home Inspection Service, the first business of its kind on California's Central Coast. During the past fourteen years, Barry has inspected close to 7,000 homes, hotels, shopping centers and other commercial buildings, establishing a firm reputation as the pre-eminent property inspector and an expert in the field of building construction. His expertise has led to numerous spots on the NBC television affiliate KSBY TV reporting on environmental conditions and how they effect the integrity of the home as well as radio interviews. His knowledge of nationally recognized building codes is vast and covers all areas of construction, including electrical, plumbing, heating, roofing, fire safety, gas, propane, asbestos, radon and much more.

Furnace suffers installation blues

How to handle contractor who denies responsibility

May 13

Seller, agent renege on home repairs

Shoddy work raises permit, safety issues

May 5

Old condo violates plumbing code

When new water heater forces updates, board says 'no'

Apr 28

The 'unethical' home inspection

Married agent, inspector could compromise buyer's interests

Apr 21

Selling home 'as is'? Take heed

Top reasons to order a pre-sale inspection

Apr 14

Cracks showing in high-end floors

Is contractor or home's age to blame?

Apr 7

HardiePlank siding gets thumbs up

Three reasons why product is superior to steel

Mar 31

Buyers hit with $1,000-plus furnace repair

Defect was 'clearly visible,' so why is inspector denying liability?

Mar 24

Buyers frustrated with hot, cold bedroom

Did sellers lie about HVAC system?

Mar 17

Be sure to inspect building permits

Renovations may lack proper sign-off

Mar 10

Electronic inspection reports have flaws

Consumers, brokers suffer at hands of technology

Mar 3

Aluminum wiring gives homebuyer pause

Family's safety a top concern

Feb 24

To trust a home seller

Discovery of broken furnace opens up can of worms

Feb 17

Seller, agent in cahoots?

Surprising defects uncovered at 'maintenance-free' home

Feb 10

Cancel deal, lose deposit? Not necessarily

False disclosures can change situation dramatically

Feb 3

Home inspector missed defects 10 years ago

Do buyers still have recourse?

Jan 27

Condo owners stuck with foundation repairs?

HOA denies responsibility when estimate hits $12,000

Jan 20

Another home inspection nightmare

Collusion suspected when major defects are found after purchase

Jan 13

Signs you need a better home inspector

Buyers stunned when defects found after purchase

Jan 6

Settlement cracks concealed by sellers

Is recourse possible or are buyers stuck with repairs?

Dec 30

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