OK, you've hired a home inspector, and he's going to be doing the inspection in several days. But how do you know whether he will do a good job? Very easy, if you take a few minutes to prepare yourself. Here's the tip.

Even if you are at the house while the home inspector performs the inspection, unless you have background knowledge you won't know whether the inspector is performing a good job. Here's where you can quickly learn enough to know whether you're getting a good inspection. Well if you go to the web site of the American Society of Home Inspectors you can take a virtual tour of a home inspection. There you'll learn about procedures to inspect the structure, exteriors, roofing, plumbing, electrical systems and much more.

Not all home inspectors are equal. Some are much more knowledgeable and have more experience in making inspections. Since a good home inspection can save you thousands of dollars, its always best to interview several before choosing which one will work for you.