The most common signs of termites include mud tubes along the foundation, hollow sounding wood, frass (termite droppings), discarded wings near windows, and buckling floors. As a home inspector, your job isn’t to produce a formal termite report, that requires a licensed pest control specialist. However, you are trained to spot evidence of wood-destroying organisms…
A home inspection checklist is a structured guide used by buyers purchasing a home or first time home buyers to evaluate the condition of a property before closing. According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), a comprehensive home inspection covers all major systems including the plumbing system, electrical, HVAC, windows and doors, roof, and foundation. Inspection Certification Associates recommends always hiring…
When it comes to home inspections, the more thorough, the better. One essential aspect of home inspections that often goes overlooked is radon testing. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas known to seep into homes through cracks in the foundation, gaps around pipes or other openings. It is odorless, tasteless and invisible, making it…
Home inspection technology is always evolving, but the explosion of the drone market in recent years may be the most significant advancement to date. Home inspection drones have forever changed the way we look at residential property assessments by providing an unparalleled view of a property’s condition and allowing inspectors to access difficult or potentially…
As the chill of winter begins to fade and signs of spring emerge, homeowners across the country turn their attention to seasonal maintenance tasks. Spring is not only a time for refreshing landscapes and outdoor activities but also an ideal opportunity to assess the condition of your home after the harsh winter weather. A spring…
The Importance of Maintenance Home Inspections Before Winter Hits In many areas, winter presents the truest test of a home’s resilience and integrity. From the weight of snow on roofs to the potential for frozen pipes, the colder months can expose weaknesses that go unnoticed during warmer seasons. As winter approaches, savvy homeowners in cold-weather…
In many states, earning your certification as a home inspector involves clearing a crucial hurdle: the written test. As you wrap up your online or classroom training, it’s time to make sure you know how to pass the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) with flying colors. This step-by-step guide will help you navigate the preparation…
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…
Real Estate Investing for Beginners Many home inspectors are curious about how to get into real estate. Real estate investment can be a complicated endeavor, but the following tips provide an excellent foundation for new investors. Understanding the Basics of Real Estate Investing While anyone can find success in real estate investing, it’s important to…
If you’ve been laid off, furloughed, or are just ready for a career change but don’t know where to start, this is the article for you. Chances are you’ve spent your career learning new things and honing your skills but may not be sure that they’ll be able to help you on your journey to…
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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.
