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.

Listing agent concealed major furnace defects

Can buyers force her to foot replacement?

Mar 18

Home inspector banned by seller's agents

Don't buyers have right to select whomever they please?

Mar 11

FHA appraisers are not home inspectors

Why home buyers shouldn't rely solely on appraiser's opinion

Mar 4

Wrong piping cancels home insurance

Inspector's mistake leaves buyers furious, seeking recourse

Feb 26

Faulty shower will cost buyer $3,000 to fix

Inspector in hot water after approving unit without drain

Feb 19

Apartment's mold smell linked to attic

Tenant suspects clothes dryer vents involved

Feb 12

Sellers accused of hiding mold problem

Buyers chose to forego inspection, so is anyone at fault?

Feb 5

Inspector wrong about ceiling stain

Big problems missed when relying on moisture detection device

Jan 29

Inspector clueless about furnace recall

Home buyer seeks recourse for having to replace unit after moving in

Jan 22

Which home-inspection trade group is #1?

Reader's pick not tops on everyone's list

Jan 15

Blackened carpet could mean furnace defect

Inspection advised to ensure indoor health, safety

Jan 8

Ventless fireplace raises safety concerns

Homeowners suspect exhaust is harmful to breathe

Jan 2

Home improvements could get sellers in trouble

No permits, unlicensed contractors raise red flags for buyers

Dec 28

New-home defects often missed

Buyers need own inspector to check utilities, crawl space

Dec 18

What to expect at home inspection

Despite what some agents say, buyers are welcome

Dec 11

When does basement qualify as legal bedroom?

Homeowner believes tax assessment is wrong

Dec 4

Are home inspectors worth what they charge?

Reader says buyers, sellers better off conducting own inspections

Nov 27

What's causing cold-shower problem?

Galvanized pipes likely aren't to blame in 1980s home

Nov 20

Home inspector's hearing problem a red flag

How limitation could affect someone's home purchase

Nov 13

Water heater replacement runs into trouble

Who must pay to fix code violations that home inspector missed?

Nov 6

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