Maryland Landlords: Are You Required to Get Home Inspection Certification? Being a landlord comes with a wide range of duties, responsibilities, and obligations. As a responsible landlord, it’s essential to stay informed about the laws and regulations that govern your role, including those related to home inspections. A thorough understanding of the requirements for landlord…
Home Inspection Certification: A Valuable Asset for Property Managers & Landlords In the world of property management, safety and quality mean everything. Leaders in this space work tirelessly to identify potential hazards and assess the overall condition of a property. Addressing these issues proactively helps ensure the continuing value and desirability of rental homes, apartments,…
My name is Steve Preins, the lead instructor and course author at ICA. If you are on the fence about starting a career in home inspection, this message is for you. You’d be surprised how many phone calls we get from people who have been looking into changing their career for months – sometimes years…
If you enjoy exploring homes and have a keen eye for details, a home inspection certification may be worth pursuing. This certification doesn’t just open up a world of opportunities for aspiring professionals in the real estate industry—it also benefits homeowners, potential buyers, and even investors. A home inspection certification allows you to offer your…
North Carolina Real Estate Market Soars to New Heights The North Carolina Real Estate Market is on Fire! Locals and transplants alike can attest to the region’s thriving economy, high demand for property, and exciting new construction projects around the state. With new homes coming to market every day, buyers are eager to have their…
Welcome to National Home Inspector Month! In addition to taking time this month to recognize all the hard work we do as home inspectors, it’s also a great reminder that we should prepare for a busy summer, as home sales are going up and inspectors will soon be in high demand. This “summer rush” happens…
Can the GI Bill® Pay for a Home Inspector Course? ICA’s online home inspector course can now be reimbursed by the GI Bill® Military servicemembers work hard to protect the freedoms of American citizens. In return for their service, the government offers them a number of benefits, such as the opportunity to pursue education without…
How Long Does It Take to Become a Home Inspector? Are you considering a career in home inspection? You’re not alone. Each year, countless Americans decide to take the plunge and make home inspection their career of choice. It’s not hard to see why – the field is incredibly rewarding and lucrative. Many begin their…
Do California Home Inspectors Need a License? Are Home Inspectors in California Required to Get a License? There are a lot of opportunities for home inspectors in California. The real estate market in the Golden State is thriving, with new properties being bought and sold daily. Most buyers have their homes inspected by a certified…
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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.
