Inspection Certification Associates prides itself on hiring the best instructors in the home inspection field, so that you can get the best learning experience possible. To aid in the continued growth of your own business, we wanted to share with you one of our many success stories. We’d like to introduce Patrick Hardy, an ICA…
Termites are known as “silent destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring, and even wallpaper, all while being undetected. Termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage to a house, depending on the colony’s age and location. According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause more than $5 billion in damage…
A home inspection is an important part of buying a house. For the buyer, an inspection provides valuable information about the condition of the home, and serious foundation issues can ruin a sale. The purpose of a foundation inspection is to determine if the base of the home is structurally sound. Structural issues can lead…
Radon has become an increasingly persistent concern over the years, as it can only be detected through testing. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers it highly dangerous because you may be unknowingly inhaling or ingesting it. In some locations it’s actually in the water supply, and for others it’s found in the basement/crawl space. The…
If you’ve been through the home buying or selling process before, you know that a home inspection plays a crucial role. A home inspection can make or break the deal, depending on the severity of what is found during the inspection. No home inspection is perfect, and a potential home seller or buyer being able…
While it’s part of the job, most home inspectors don’t enjoy climbing onto roofs or trying to shimmy into small, dark crawlspaces. What if you never had to climb on a roof or squeeze into a crawlspace ever again? With the advancement of home inspection robotics, that dream is becoming a reality. Drones By now…
Real estate agents and home inspection go hand in hand these days. A home inspection can make or break a sale. Buyers can learn that their dream house needs thousands of dollars in repairs, or that the house isn’t structurally sound or even safe. Real estate agents and home inspectors who trust and understand each…
Inspection Certification Associates is proud to announce that beginning October 7, 2020, home inspection training through Inspection Certification Associates (ICA School) can now be fully covered by the Army Credentialing Assistance Program for eligible Army service members. Inspection Certification Associates is an excellent choice for training to become a home inspector. The Army COOL program…
A home inspector identifies health, safety, or major mechanical issues of a house. A home inspector will go through the interior and exterior of the house to record any broken, defective, or hazardous issues with the house or the surrounding area. Home inspectors have a thorough list of items to check in and around the…
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Home Inspector Exam Prep Course
This online course will help you pass the National Home Inspectors Exam on the first try. The course contains over 700 practice questions.
Marketing for Home Inspectors
Learn how to successfully build and market your home inspection business. This course provides a foundation for new home inspectors to start their business and advanced techniques to allow experienced home inspectors to grow their business for years to come.
Mobile, Manufactured, Tiny, & Log Home Inspection
This online course will teach you how to inspect the unique aspects of homes that are not frame built on site. Over 25 million Americans live in alternative housing such as mobile, log, tiny, manufactured and modular homes. To keep up with the times and our student’s growing need for the proper training to inspect these types of homes, we include this specialty inspection course for all of our students.
Wood Destroying Organisms
This course is designed to teach home inspectors what they need to know in order to perform wood destroying organisms as part of a typical home inspection. Students will learn about different varieties of wood destroying organisms, why wood is susceptible to damage, and how to identify that damage. Students will also learn how to educate their clients about potential remediation in the event that the inspector does find evidence of wood destroying organisms.
Pool and Spa Inspection
This course is designed to teach home inspectors what they need to know in order to perform swimming pool and spa inspections as part of a typical home inspection. Students will learn about vital components to the swimming pool such as pumps, heaters, and filters. We also cover safety standards such fences, locks, covers, and safety glass.
Septic Inspection
The ICA Septic Inspection Course is designed to teach home inspectors how to inspect septic systems as part of the home inspection process. Septic systems are very common in rural areas of the United States and Canada, although they can be found anywhere. Home inspectors who complete this course will learn about the critical components that make up traditional septic systems, how those components work, and how to report on the condition of those components
Smart Home Inspection
This online course will teach you how to inspect the unique aspects of homes that incorporate smart home technology. At Inspection Certification Associates, we always keep up with the times and our student’s growing need for the proper training to inspect the homes of today and also tomorrow
Thermal Imaging
Students who complete our thermal imaging for home inspectors course will learn how to utilize thermal imaging technology to provide greater insight to their home inspection clients regarding the condition of their property. We also introduce students to several different devices that can be used for thermal imaging. Everything from standalone devices to plug-in infrared devices from companies like FLIR and SEEK Thermal that can be used with your mobile phone.
Irrigation and Sprinkler System Inspection
The Irrigation and Sprinkler System Inspection Course is a program we have developed to teach home inspectors how to inspect lawn irrigation and sprinkler systems as part of the home inspection process. Home inspectors who complete this course will learn about the critical components to lawn irrigation systems and how to report on the condition of those components.
Asbestos Inspection
Our Asbestos Inspection Course is a program we have developed to teach home inspectors the health, safety, and welfare issues surrounding Asbestos as part of the home inspection process. Home inspectors who complete this course will learn how to identify Asbestos during a home inspection and also details surrounding Asbestos mitigation procedures, along with what to do if you suspect the presence of asbestos during a home inspection.
Lead Paint Inspection
Our Lead Paint Inspection Course is a program we have developed to teach home inspectors the health, safety, and welfare issues surrounding lead paint as part of the home inspection process. Home inspectors who complete this course will learn how to identify lead paint during a home inspection and also details surrounding lead paint testing procedures, along with how to report on those issues.
Building a Multi-Inspector Business
Our Building a Multi-Inspector Business Course is a program we have developed to teach home inspectors how to build and grow their business from a one-man show to a local or regional powerhouse that employees multiple inspectors.
Well Water Testing and Inspection Course
Our Well Water Testing and Inspection Course is an online training program we have developed to teach home inspectors the health, safety, and welfare issues surrounding Well Water Testing as part of the home inspection process. Home inspectors who complete this course will learn how to perform well water testing, details surrounding Well Water Testing procedures, and what to do if you detect the presence of bacteria or pollutants while performing your well water testing as part of a home inspection.
