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7 Reasons You Need InspectionWorld 2018
Networking with other home inspectors? Check. Learning about new technology for the home inspection industry? Check. Getting info on new legislation before it becomes law? Check. These are just a few of the reasons InspectionWorld 2018 is worth considering. The...
What’s the Science Behind a Good Chimney Draft?
Anyone who has ever tried, failed, and tried again to light a warm and cozy fire at home knows there’s more to it than some kindling and matches. Smoke doesn’t just billow up any old path between a fireplace and the roof. There’s science behind good chimney draft that...
Get This Cold Weather Gear for Your Winter Home Inspections
Cold weather is more than just miserable sometimes. It also makes home inspections a little more difficult to perform. Fingers go numb, ladders get slippery and electronic equipment can struggle. That’s why you need cold weather gear. Winter for certified home...
The Number One Way to Become a Better Home Inspector
Chances are, you know your business well. You can spot old damage from an ice dam at 20 paces. You know the difference between a dangerous foundation crack and one that’s mainly cosmetic. But what about the soft skills that help you use your knowledge to grow your...
When Should a Home Inspector Recommend Ductwork Cleaning?
Should you or shouldn’t you? Make a recommendation for duct cleaning, that is. The EPA has a strong opinion about cleaner air through cleaner ducts, but it might not be what you think. It seems like a logical enough project and simple one, too. So why don't more...
What’s the Real Toll of Mold for Home Inspection Customers?
Some people would move out before living another day in the same house once mold is discovered. And some people grab a bottle of bleach to hopefully render it harmless. Certain molds can make homeowners sick, but there are millions of species. Only a few of them are...