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As a homeowner, having a reliable and professional home inspector to assess the condition of your property can bring peace of mind. But what about becoming a home inspector yourself? If you’re interested in entering this field, there are several important steps to follow to ensure your success. In this Read more
Simple measures such as sealing air leaks and caulking around windows and doors can provide a faster payback and a better return on investment for limited budgets. Ultimately, the best strategy is to prioritize the measures that provide the most cost-effective energy savings and the quickest payback period.
A home inspection is a critical step in the home-buying process. It helps to ensure that the home you are considering is safe, functional, and in good condition. One of the key components of a home inspection is the deck inspection. This is because decks can be a source of Read more
Standards of Practice Home inspection regulations vary by state. In Washington, there’s a set standard of practice and code of ethics. However, some states don’t have specific standards, in which case the ASHI Home Inspection standard, being the oldest and widely recognized national standard, should be followed. It serves as Read more
What a great group of students, so glad to be a part of their new careers. They are all licensed inspectors now. Welcome to the club, and good luck! Congratulations to David, Mike, Dustin, Richard, Clark, Gregg, Brad, Jacob, Stephen, Mason & Jake. These are the latest students from our Read more
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The School of Professional Home Inspection (SOPHI) is approved in the State of Wyoming to teach The Fundamentals of Home Inspection. All classes are hybrid, some attend in person while others attend the session via live Zoom. Take the Home Inspection Aptitude test and see sample questions like those you should expect Read more
training again! We really have missed the interaction that is really only possible with face-to-face education.
To return to the classroom safely, we have adopted several guidelines based on the recommendations from the Washington State Department of Health. We will continue to offer online classes for those who are unvaccinated and or want to take the program via Zoom. Students and staff who have symptoms of Read more
Square D Plug-on-Neutral panel Recall Date: June 16, 2022 When working in a trade like home inspection you need to keep up all the time with the latest building news. Thanks to Charles Buell for bringing this to our attention.A few days ago the Consumer Protection Safety Commission released this Read more
You can complete this intensive training program in just two weeks. We will prepare you for success in this lucrative career.
Have more questions? Be sure to read our FAQ, or call us, we love to talk about home inspection careers.
As a complement to your education, we are happy to offer support to get your Home Inspection business up and running as soon as possible. It is our mission to prepare you for success in this lucrative marketplace, even beyond the classroom.
Have more questions? Be sure to read our FAQ, or call us, we love to talk about home inspection careers.
Source: Reuben Saltzman, Structure Tech Home InspectionThis is one of the easiest voltage testers to use this is something a homeowner ought to have. A contactless voltage tester is going to tell you if something is or isn’t energized. The one drawback to these is they’re great they’re really really good Read more
According to Code Check “Almost all balcony deck collapses are not the result of exceeding the allowable live load. Rather, they are from the failure of the attachment to the structure or from neglect and rot. All decks should be routinely inspected for deterioration, insect damage, fastener or connector corrosion Read more
The School of Professional Home Inspection offers one of the most rigorous programs in the country: the Fundamentals of Home Inspection. This hybrid course allows students to attend in person or join live via Zoom, combining flexibility with real-time interaction. Direct access to experienced instructors and peers creates a dynamic Read more
his extensive Home Inspection training will cover professional practices, including Standards of Practice, Business Practices, Legal Issues, Client Communications, and more.
There are fourteen Technical Subjects including Structural Components, Exteriors, Roofing, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, and nine others.
How Do I Become a Home Inspector in Washington State? Be sure you download this guide from the State of Washington. This is the official roadmap to becoming a licensed home inspector.
While most inspectors work for themselves, there are opportunities to work with multi-inspector firms and franchises. Be sure to read any offer to work for another company very carefully. We recommend you have this offer reviewed by an attorney. Other recommended skills/licenses to consider
1-month free membership code for students is “SOPHI1MO“.You must go to nachi.org/trial and enter the code there to create a membership.
This may be the most dangerous deck I’ve ever inspected. It has a cantilever construction that is hanging over the support beam by approximately 12 ft! There’s only ten feet of joist behind the beam. This makes the entire structure want to teeter totter over down the embankment. The only Read more
I love hearing from my past students and today I found out 2 of them passed their state exams. Congratulations Jason and Kevin. You are both going to be great home inspectors!
I think the field training part of home inspections is one of the best ways to learn. We have walked our students around our neighborhood more than 40 times. It is one thing to learn about “stucco” in the classroom, and something totally different to actually see and touch it. Read more
We just got a nice note from Randy from our last class. “JJ and Suz,I was not sure how much information could be conveyed in a 12 day course. But you did it, and you did it in a way that we could remember the information.Well Done and Thank you Read more
Tables of Building Material R-values The R-values for specific assemblies like doors and glazing in the table below are generalizations because they can vary significantly based on special materials that the manufacturer uses. For instance, using argon gas in a double pane insulating glass unit will dramatically improve the R-value. Read more
Easy and Effective Property Protection: just place near or under the equipment you wish to monitor. Suggested uses are near or under sump pumps, toilets, water heaters, laundry, dishwashers, sinks, fish tanks and any other location subject to leaking and flooding. Early-Warning Notifications: Receive real-time early-warning notifications (in the form Read more