{"id":792,"date":"2015-08-09T16:26:25","date_gmt":"2015-08-09T23:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/?page_id=792"},"modified":"2026-04-15T14:39:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T21:39:07","slug":"welcome-to-sophi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fundamentals of Home Inspection"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Our next live lecture, &#8220;The Fundamentals of Home Inspection,<em>&#8220;<\/em> <\/strong>starts on<strong> <\/strong>May 4th for 2 weeks in our classroom or online.<br>Launch Your Career as a Home Inspector with Expert Training<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Becoming a licensed home inspector is a rewarding career path that offers strong earning potential, flexible work hours, and the opportunity to run your own business. At the <strong>School of Professional Home Inspection<\/strong>, we provide comprehensive, state-approved training to prepare you for success in this growing industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"collapseomatic \" id=\"id62fe56b84f262\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"Steph B.\">Learn more about classes offered in your state<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"target-id62fe56b84f262\" class=\"collapseomatic_content \">\n  <p><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/washington-state-home-inspection-licensing\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/colorado-home-inspection-training\/\">Colorado<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/oregon\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/idaho-home-inspection-training\/\">Idaho<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/montana-home-inspection-training\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/utah-home-inspection-fundamental-training-course\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/how-to-become-a-home-inspector-in-missouri\/\">Missouri<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/montana-home-inspection-training\/\">Montana<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/how-to-become-a-home-inspector-in-missouri\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/nevada-fundamentals-of-home-inspection\/\">Nevada<br>\n    <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/oregon\/\">Oregon<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/tenessee-licensing-information-for-home-inspectors\/\">Tennessee<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/colorado-home-inspection-training\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/utah-home-inspection-fundamental-training-course\/\">Utah<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/washington-state-home-inspection-licensing\/\">Washington<\/a><br>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wyoming-home-inspection-training-classes\/\">Wyoming<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/register-for-class\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"312\" height=\"128\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-683\" style=\"width:225px;height:92px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register.jpg 312w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register-250x103.jpg 250w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register-125x51.jpg 125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/home-inspector-candidate-podcast\/\">Home Inspector Candidate Podcast<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p id=\"block-0e0a7526-fe69-44f4-a7c5-84c0ada60566\">I find it incredibly rewarding to assist my clients in finding secure and comfortable homes while protecting them from potential money pits. I am well compensated, it can be a great career.<br>If you&#8217;re interested in a home inspection, start by registering for our class. We&#8217;re always excited to talk about home inspection careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-106c8e39-f820-45f1-b7c5-1f54b4ab25fe\">JJ Greive<br>School of Professional Home Inspection<br>WA Home Inspector #469<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/the-library\/home-inspection-aptitude-quiz\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TakeTheQuiz.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TakeTheQuiz.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TakeTheQuiz-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TakeTheQuiz-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub><strong>Test your inspection knowledge, by taking this short test.<\/strong><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"871\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ZoomClass.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3678\" style=\"width:597px;height:259px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ZoomClass.jpg 871w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ZoomClass-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ZoomClass-768x334.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 871px) 100vw, 871px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Classes start bright and early!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Call us today we LOVE to talk about home inspection careers!<\/strong><br><strong>206-295-4330<a class=\"gv-tel-link\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Call +1 206-295-4330 via Google Voice\" href=\"http:\/\/voice.google.com\/calls?a=nc,%2B12062954330\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/strong><br>Here is a clip from class, we are learning about water heaters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"School of Professional Home Inspection - Water Heater Explosion\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K_FwyzOCZMY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed1b6785d38f89d063657831ece7638f\">Become a Home Inspector with Confidence and Support<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/09\/5b1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Chimney Inspections are critical part of home safety \" class=\"wp-image-265\" style=\"width:115px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/09\/5b1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/09\/5b1-71x71.jpg 71w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/09\/5b1-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/09\/5b1.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a rewarding career that offers strong income potential and the flexibility to be your own boss, home inspection might be the perfect fit. At the School of Professional Home Inspection, we provide expert training that helps you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed\u2014no matter what state you&#8217;re in or whether licensing is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c3df9576ffc85b9e977c171fba7f9399\">Real Training from Real Inspectors<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/1b1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/1b1.jpg\" alt=\"At School of Professional Home Inspection we teach you the skills you need to know, testing GFCIs\" class=\"wp-image-991\" style=\"width:128px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/1b1.jpg 230w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/1b1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> Our classes are taught by seasoned professionals who have spent years in the field. We keep our class sizes small so you get the personal attention you deserve. You&#8217;ll learn how to perform inspections the right way, from testing GFCIs to exploring attics and crawlspaces. We take the time to explain the tools, techniques, and best practices that working inspectors use every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2f7761f2c2e0ecca5bb6a87d62b9ed5b\">More Than Just the Technical Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/104_9975.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/104_9975-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Cindy checking out the attic\" class=\"wp-image-1322\" style=\"width:131px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A great home inspector also needs to know how to run a great business. That&#8217;s why we include guidance on setting up your business, building a strong online presence, and attracting clients through search engine optimization and social media. We even share the tips and tools we use ourselves, from scheduling software to report writing systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll walk you through everything you need, including how to choose reliable tools without overspending. Whether it&#8217;s your first moisture meter or your first ladder, we\u2019ll help you make smart, informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-5b7cea24d3694f96442744e386dfc5ec\" style=\"background-color:#e0e0e038\">We\u2019re With You Every Step of the Way<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"330\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/School-of-Professional-Home-Inspection-sign-flag-.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5969\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.797427652733119;width:201px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/School-of-Professional-Home-Inspection-sign-flag-.jpg 330w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/School-of-Professional-Home-Inspection-sign-flag--239x300.jpg 239w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether your state requires licensing or not, we\u2019ll help you understand the process, meet any requirements, and get started with confidence. Every state is a little different, and we\u2019re here to guide you through whatever steps are needed to begin working as a professional home inspector. From navigating application paperwork to preparing for exams, our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and support you along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of our students are starting a new chapter in life\u2014changing careers, re-entering the workforce, or finally following a dream of working for themselves. We take pride in helping people make that transition with practical, real-world training and ongoing support. Our goal is to give you not just the technical skills, but also the confidence to succeed in this industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re curious about what to expect on a licensing or certification exam, we invite you to try our free 25-question practice test. It\u2019s designed to give you a realistic sense of the kinds of questions used on both state and national exams. This is a great way to measure your current knowledge and get comfortable with the testing format before your exam day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-06344c5d1d45507a6829b83c9607466e\"><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/WA-State-Home-Inspector-Handbook.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/cover-and-qrcode-e1520109693906-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-997\" style=\"width:170px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/cover-and-qrcode-e1520109693906-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/cover-and-qrcode-e1520109693906.jpg 463w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-078af38eb365f8e8ad34ba4403e9c433\"><strong>Let\u2019s Get You Started<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is more than a class\u2014it\u2019s the beginning of a new career. We\u2019re here to make sure you\u2019re ready, not just to pass a test, but to thrive in the real world of home inspection. With our experience, support, and proven training, you\u2019ll have everything you need to build a business you can be proud of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re excited to help you take the first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7c2c022c461a3c20b636b0295845feb3\">Launch Your Career as a Home Inspector with Expert Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our latest News and Articles<\/h4>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ahk-ezgif.com-optimize-300x102.gif\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ahk-ezgif.com-optimize-300x102.gif 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ahk-ezgif.com-optimize-1024x348.gif 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ahk-ezgif.com-optimize-768x261.gif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/autohotkey-for-beginners\/\">AutoHotkey for beginners<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">A good inspection report requires careful wording. The language must be clear, professional, and legally precise. But typing those same paragraphs again and again takes time and can lead to small mistakes.\n\nAutoHotkey solves this problem.\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"143\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-212850-300x143.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-212850-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-212850.png 722w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/a-smarter-way-to-learn-home-inspection\/\">A Smarter Way to Learn Home Inspection<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Most home inspection schools provide students with PDFs, videos, and a login and leave the rest up to them. At the School of Professional Home Inspection, we built something very different: a custom student dashboard and asset delivery system designed around how adults actually learn, retain information, and prepare for [&hellip;]<\/div><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/7092-2\/\">Student dashboard<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\"><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-120341-300x130.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-120341-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-120341-1024x442.png 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-120341-768x332.png 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-120341.png 1193w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/smart-testing-study-recommendations\/\">Smart Testing &amp; Study Recommendations<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We\u2019re excited to officially launch a major upgrade to the SOPHI student experience, a new testing and performance-tracking system designed to help you study smarter, not harder. This is something we\u2019ve been developing and refining for months, and it\u2019s now ready for you to use. Student login More Than Just [&hellip;]<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"113\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955-300x113.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955-300x113.png 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955-1024x387.png 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955-768x290.png 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955-1536x581.png 1536w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-30-114955.png 1571w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/sample-of-the-sophi-study-system\/\">Sample of the Sophi Study System<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">This is a sample deck for demonstration purposes. If you like how it feels, we can show you how the full set supports students across the complete home inspection curriculum.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"185\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker-300x185.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker-1024x631.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker-1536x947.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Triple_Tap_Breaker.jpg 1669w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/what-is-double-tapping-in-an-electrical-panel\/\">What Is \u201cDouble Tapping\u201d in an Electrical Panel?<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">If you\u2019ve ever peeked inside an electrical panel, you may have seen multiple wires crammed under a single screw. This practice is often called double tapping or double lugging. It might look harmless, but it\u2019s actually a wiring mistake that can lead to overheating, loose connections, and even fire hazards. [&hellip;]<\/div><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/quiz-scores\/\">Quiz Scores<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\"><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Screenshot-2025-08-26-095353-1-300x102.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Screenshot-2025-08-26-095353-1-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Screenshot-2025-08-26-095353-1-1024x349.png 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Screenshot-2025-08-26-095353-1-768x262.png 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Screenshot-2025-08-26-095353-1.png 1174w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/neutral-vs-ground-keeping-the-worker-and-the-bodyguard-separate\/\">Neutral vs. Ground: Keeping the Worker and the Bodyguard Separate<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The core principle is:We bond neutral and ground only once, at the service disconnect. Everywhere else, they must stay isolated. This appliance cord is incorrect, as the neutral has been bonded to ground with a jumper wire A bootleg ground happens when the neutral wire is illegally tied to the [&hellip;]<\/div><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/computer-prerequisites-for-attending-class\/\">Computer Prerequisites for Attending Class<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">All students\u2014both in-person and online\u2014must have a laptop or tablet with Zoom and Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. (Both programs are free to download.) Basic Computer Skills Required Operating System Basic knowledge of Windows, Macintosh, or Linux File Management Understand how to save files and locate them later Be able to [&hellip;]<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023-300x169.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023-1536x865.png 1536w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-25-122023.png 1771w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/washington-state-standards-of-practice-for-home-inspections\/\">Washington State Standards of Practice for Home Inspections<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here is a video review of the SOP<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"242\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/building-structures-1-242x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/building-structures-1-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/building-structures-1-825x1024.png 825w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/building-structures-1-768x953.png 768w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/building-structures-1.png 871w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 242px) 100vw, 242px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/building-structures-crossword\/\">Building Structures Crossword<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">These are some of the terms used in class.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"attachment_1318\" style=\"width: 311px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/2016\/10\/field-training-day\/104_9969-3\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1318\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1318\" class=\"wp-image-1318 \" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/104_9969-2.jpg\" alt=\"Field training, the class in checking out a roof in the rain\" width=\"301\" height=\"160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/104_9969-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/104_9969-2-300x159.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1318\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Up on the roof with students. Rainy days make for good inspections.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Take the first step toward <br \/>your new career!\u00a0 <br \/>Call Us Today <br \/>206-295-4330<a href=\"http:\/\/voice.google.com\/calls?a=nc,%2B12062954330\" class=\"gv-tel-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Call +1 206-295-4330 via Google Voice\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\"><\/a><\/h2>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/register-for-class\/\" referrerpolicy=\"origin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-683 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register-250x103.jpg\" alt=\"register here!\" width=\"250\" height=\"103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register-250x103.jpg 250w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register-125x51.jpg 125w, https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/register.jpg 312w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/a><\/h6>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/art\/cards\/Our_Past_Students.php\" referrerpolicy=\"origin\">Check out our graduate&#8217;s web pages<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/student-links\/\" referrerpolicy=\"origin\">Student Links<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/2022\/01\/sophi-student-internachi-discount-code\/\"><br \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\"><!-- wp:latest-posts {\"align\":\"right\",\"displayPostContent\":true,\"excerptLength\":25,\"postLayout\":\"grid\",\"displayFeaturedImage\":true,\"featuredImageAlign\":\"left\",\"featuredImageSizeSlug\":\"medium\",\"featuredImageSizeWidth\":200,\"featuredImageSizeHeight\":150} \/--><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:group --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:group --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub>Home Inspection School and Exam Prep<\/sub><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our next live lecture, &#8220;The Fundamentals of Home Inspection,&#8220; starts on May 4th for 2 weeks in our classroom or online.Launch Your Career as a Home Inspector with Expert Training Becoming a licensed home inspector is a rewarding career path that offers strong earning potential, flexible work hours, and the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6198,"parent":0,"menu_order":4,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"page-templates\/template-page-sidebar.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-792","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/792","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=792"}],"version-history":[{"count":401,"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/792\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7165,"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/792\/revisions\/7165"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/schoolofprofessionalhomeinspection.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=792"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}