ICA School does a great job preparing students for a new career. But some things, you just can’t learn in class. They only come with time in the field and eventually mark you as a seasoned professional. Some skills, you might already have. For example, maybe you’ve got the know-how and finesse to work well…
What does it take to get your home inspection certification? A little hard work, dedication and a great educational program designed for industry success. If that’s what you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place. The ICA School home inspector training program was built by professional inspectors with years of industry experience. Here are…
You need referrals. Real estate agents need a good job and professional inspection report for their clients. It sounds like an easy way to get more work. So it might surprise you to know that a lot of inspectors fumble the ball. There’s no mysterious key to developing a good relationship with real estate agents.…
Some people are born for sales. Others, not so much. But don’t let that intimidate you. A buyer’s inspection isn’t required in most states. But it’s one of the smartest investments that people can make before committing to decades of mortgage payments. Here are some pain-free ways to market your inspection services to the people…
Working for yourself and on your own terms is part of the American Dream. If you resolved to be your own boss in 2017, you’re in good company. You could become a home inspector in a matter of weeks. You don’t even have to quit your current job to do it. Certified home inspectors come…
ICA School has earned its great reputation from satisfied students across the country. What makes our home inspection course so special? It’s not one thing; it’s lots of them. Our comprehensive program is carefully designed to help you start a home inspection business on the best possible foundation. Where other programs fall short, we fill…
Are you set up for home education success? Or are you planning to wing it when you start your ICA School home inspection course? Your approach to online study can make or break your new career. Get it right, and you’ll be a success story, not a cautionary tale. Here’s how to get the most…
Aerial inspection services are the next big thing, and you can get in on the action. When you offer a bird’s eye view of the roof and related systems, your customers get a more thorough inspection with high-quality photos. And you get to keep your feet on the ground. If you’re not sure where to…
Drones are quickly becoming one of the most useful tools in a home inspector’s arsenal. And that’s great when the weather is beautiful, but what about this time of year? You’re in luck. While older quadcopters and freezing, wet weather were sworn enemies, new technology means you can fly in almost any conditions. You’ll just…
Sometimes they’re bare copper, sometimes they’re insulated in green. And sometimes they’re aluminum. Ground wires serve a specific purpose. But it might not be what you think. Most people, at least those who aren’t electricians, believe a ground wire’s job is shock prevention. But that’s not the job, it’s one of the effects of the…
