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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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. What Is the COOL Program? The Army COOL (Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) Program offers up to $4,000 in…
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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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Buying insurance is a highly necessary step in building your own home inspection business. Less fun than designing your company logo and less interesting than training for your home inspection license, the process is anything but exciting. Still, home inspector insurance is a vital resource you simply can’t operate without. Resist the urge to shrug off this important item off…
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The decision to start your own home inspection business is an exciting one. Making the choice to strike out on your own and build a business from scratch takes serious courage. Getting started is half the battle, but knowing where to go next can be confusing for those new to the business world. Luckily, you’ve…
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