Unless you’ve vowed to give up all possessions in a quest for enlightenment, you need to earn a living. There’s no point in choosing a career path if it’s not a profitable one. Home inspecting sounds interesting with plenty of freedom to call your own shots. But how much do home inspectors make? It depends.…
DetailsYou may already be committed to a day job, but finding the perfect side job provides new opportunities. If you are considering a home inspector second career, you first need to determine that this is the best choice. Any second career has its challenges, especially if you ever feel torn between two options. Home inspectors…
DetailsIn so many types of businesses, referrals are an essential component of finding new clients. In the real estate industry, this is especially true. Referrals are especially beneficial for home inspectors who don’t necessarily see themselves marketing as heavily as real estate sales agents. Are you stuck on how to find the best referrals for…
DetailsDo you have your sights set on becoming a certified home inspector? Everything you need to become a successful professional in your chosen industry rests at your fingertips. In fact, you will discover that there are several ways to become a home inspector. Working as a home inspector is perfect for the person who hates…
DetailsOne of the most common defects of otherwise lovely homes is poor insulation. One common culprit? Doors that just don’t cut it. Of course, a low-quality door can do much more than make a home feel drafty. Poorly designed doors can also put occupant safety at risk. Once you are a home inspector, If you…
DetailsIn a home with poorly-insulated or exposed water pipes, the continuous cycle of dripping faucets, applied heat, and other remedies is as much a part of winter as woolen mittens. Unfortunately, all it takes is one forgetful night for icy temperatures to freeze pipes solid and maybe even break them. Frozen water lines are sneaky.…
DetailsHome inspectors work through all four seasons, meaning they often find themselves dealing with miserable, wet weather. You may find yourself working in a variety of weather types, dealing with temperatures from highs in the 100s to lows in the negative degrees. Protective home inspector gear can make spending time in wet weather all the…
DetailsIt’s a common mistake. People who buy a new construction home expect perfection. After all, everything is new. No one has spilled soda on the counters and there’s been no chance for ill-advised home repairs or improvements. But that doesn’t mean the house is defect-free. Every home has defects, even those that have never seen…
DetailsInsulation can keep homeowners comfortable in winter and summer or it can send conditioned air out the window along with hard-earned money. If it’s good, insulation affects the quality of life in a positive way. If it’s bad, the homeowner may never be truly comfortable with the way the home feels or how much it…
DetailsFor many home inspectors, the question isn’t whether or not to join an association, but rather which one deserves those dues. There are a few that you can choose from at the national, state and local level. A good association has certain qualities that support your career and the best interests of the industry. These…
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