• Oregon Home Inspection Law and Standards of Practice

• http://www.inspection.org  The American institute of Inspectors^® is a non-profit corporation established as an inspection trade association. The purpose of the association is to promote a high level of professionalism in the inspection industry by certifying qualified individuals as inspectors. This is accomplished through approved training and examination of those who apply for certification.
  
• http://www.ccb.state.or.us    The Construction  Contractors Board regulates general  and specialty contractors, as  well as home inspectors. Our state  regulations  are mandated by   the   Oregon CCB. All home inspectors   must have a CCB#, a Oregon Certified Home Inspector's   #, and be bonded and insured.
  
• http://www.homeinspectors.com This site offers more information on home inspection and has a home guide for home buyers. There is a search engine to find home inspectors in your area.

For information on the some common key concerns in Northwest homes please try the following links I have found helpful:

• Radon
  http://epa.gov/radon/
  
  
• Asbestos and Vermiculite:
  http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/ insulation.html
  
  
• Structural Pests:
  http://ace.orst.edu/info/npic/pes t.htm
  
  
• Wood Destroying Organisms:
  http://www.leupitz.com/pnwbug.htm
  
  
• Polybutylene Pipe:
  http://www.pbpipe.com
  
  
• Roof Ventilation:
  http://www.hvi.org
  http://www.owenscorning.com/around/ventilation/roofandattic.asp
  
  
• Heating Oil Tanks:
  http://www.deq.stat e.or.us/wmc/tank/hothomeowner.htm
  
  
  
  Cadet Heater Recall Information:
  http://www.cadetco.com/upgrade_program.php