About Us Since 1985, Bret Kaufmann has performed more than 11,000 home inspections. Kaufmann studied engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point and received a B.S. degree in Applied Science. After military service as infantry officer, Army Ranger, Blackhawk pilot, and aviation operations officer, Kaufmann was honorably retired from U.S. Army. In 1985, Kaufmann co-founded an engineering and home inspection company, and served as its vice president. During this time, Bret Kaufmann trained all new inspectors as his company expanded to seven locations in New Jersey. These inspectors are currently some of the most successful home inspectors in the Garden State. In addition, Kaufmann managed all aspects of construction operations for the engineering company. Bret Kaufmann sold his interest in the engineering company in 2001 and founded Kaufmann Consultants, LLC. New Jersey licensed home inspector      License# 24GI000186 New Jersey registered contractor           License# 13VH032753        New Jersey licensed radon technician    License# MET10118 New Jersey-approved Roof Inspections Course instructor Special expertise in new construction Special interest in older homes Guest speaker on WMTR radio station addressing older homes Renovation and maintenance consultant to historic landmarks, churches, and schools in Morris County, NJ Seminar speaker for prospective home buyers and sellers about the home inspection process Director  Garden State Chapter, American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). In this role, Kaufmann has organized and given monthly two-hour education classes that New Jersey licensed home inspectors attend for continuing education credits. Member, ASHI, since 1988