Nearly every industry has its own standards for safety. Even occupations that are not entirely physical may hold safety meetings on a regular basis. When you run a one-person show as a home inspector, you are at the disadvantage of not having regular safety meetings mandated by a boss. Eventually, this can lead to carelessness…
DetailsIt’s nearly time for the inspection-related event of the year. As a home inspector, you have the opportunity to attend one of the biggest conferences related to your industry. InspectionWorld Orlando 2018 is now taking reservations. Will you be there? This guide walks you through all the info you need to know before you jet…
DetailsAs a home inspector, you have a world of marketing tools available to you. One option few inspectors consider is blogging. This could be because many people think of blogging as something that writers do. The truth is that anybody can blog if they have a passion or skill and authority. One factor many home…
DetailsContrary to popular opinion, blogging does not necessarily mean rewriting the Great American Novel. Blogging can seem like an overwhelming task, but it does not have to be. Not all bloggers are professional or even amateur writers. In fact, it’s fair to say that most bloggers don’t have backgrounds in writing. This is not necessarily…
DetailsWhile it may be tempting to launch your next home improvement project in the spring, the truth is that fall could be the ideal season to pounce on a new job. In fact, autumn is the perfect time for a thorough deck inspection and some of the most common maintenance jobs. Think of fall as…
DetailsStick-built homes have a lot of things in common, even if the architectural styles are quite different. When comparing stick built to a manufactured or mobile home, some differences go much deeper than cosmetics or architectural preferences. According to StateMaster, about 8 percent of American homes on average are manufactured. South Carolina has more than…
Details“Hydronic” is just a fancy word for a type of heating system that’s been around for over a century. Here’s the gist of how it works: A boiler heats water Hot water or steam travels through pipes Pipes may connect to radiators Sometimes, pipes are embedded under the floor Heat enters the room by transferring…
DetailsOwning your own home inspection business comes with a lot of perks. There’s nothing quite like making your own hours, setting your own policies, and paying yourself a healthy salary. Of course, there are risks associated with this lifestyle no caped crusader will step up to protect the business you’ve built. You’ve got to…
DetailsNot every house for sale has a homeowner polishing faucets, painting walls and baking cookies inside. Vacant or abandoned homes also find their way to the market. The owner might move early if they find the home of their dreams. Maybe the property was a rental and the investor wants to sell. Sometimes, foreclosures or…
DetailsReal estate agents and home inspectors use the phrase “good bones” all the time, but what does it actually mean? It does not mean that your house is like a skeleton or that it doesn’t have more than the basics to offer. The truth is that good bones have positive meaning for the house in…
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