Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & standards

by Carson Dunlop
Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & standards
Author: Carson Dunlop
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 950
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780793179350
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This introductory overview of the major home systems gives students a solid foundation for beginning a career in home inspection. This comprehensive text gets students out into the field quickly while serving as a springboard for the 13 advanced electives in the Principles line. Systems & Standards focuses on system and component problems, their practical implications, and inspections strategies for finding them. No other single volume offers both the breadth and depth of this introduction.

The Home Inspection Book

by Marcia Darvin Spada
The Home Inspection Book
Author: Marcia Darvin Spada
Publisher: Thomson South-Western
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Dwellings
ISBN: 9780324560633
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THE HOME INSPECTION BOOK is designed to serve as a learning tool as well as a reference guide. This professional guide is a comprehensive yet self-paced handbook covering both the practice and the business of home inspection addressing all the key areas associated with the business of home inspection in this rapidly growing profession. In addition, this handbook also takes you step-by-step through the entire process of home inspection following the most current guidelines established by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) and the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI).

Principles of Home Inspection: Electrical systems

by Carson Dunlop
Principles of Home Inspection: Electrical systems
Author: Carson Dunlop
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2003
Genre: Dwellings
ISBN: 9780793179329
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Only half of a home inspector's challenge is technical-- the other half is effective communication with clients. This text is designed both for beginners who need an in- depth introduction and more advanced practitioners looking for tips, sample dialogue and documents, and an understanding of the scope and ethical aspects of a home inspection. The text includes "Inspection Checklists that summarize the important components and problems home inspectors will encounter, and can be used for actual inspections.

Principles of Home Inspection: Steam, electric & wall

by Carson Dunlop
Principles of Home Inspection: Steam, electric & wall
Author: Carson Dunlop
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780793179558
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Steam, electric and wall/floor heating methods are often neglected in other texts because they are not as widely used as other methods. For home inspectors who expect to see them in their practice, this book offers a solid introduction to the materials, components, operating principles, and safety controls of these heating methods.

Principles of Home Inspection: Air conditioning & heat pumps

by Carson Dunlop
Principles of Home Inspection: Air conditioning & heat pumps
Author: Carson Dunlop
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2003
Genre: Air conditioning
ISBN: 9780793179343
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This comprehensive book is designed to provide you with knowledge and skills you need to inspect air conditioning systems and heat pumps like an experienced, professional home inspector.

Principles of Home Inspection: Communication & professional practice

by Carson Dunlop
Principles of Home Inspection: Communication & professional practice
Author: Carson Dunlop
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780793179336
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Only half of a home inspector's challenge is technical--the other half is effective communication with clients. This text is designed both for beginners who need an in-depth introduction and more advanced practitioners looking for tips, sample dialogue and documents, and an understanding of the scope and ethical aspects of a home inspection. The text includes "Inspection Checklists that summarize the important components and problems home inspectors will encounter, and can be used for actual inspections.

Principles of Home Inspection: Structure

by Dearborn Home Inspection (Firm)
Principles of Home Inspection: Structure
Author: Dearborn Home Inspection (Firm)
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2003
Genre: Dwellings
ISBN: 9780793179480
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Structural conditions are often the most serious and expensive area to correct, making this an important topic for potential homeowners. They are also among the most difficult for home inspectors to identify. This comprehensive test carefully walks inspectors through challenging topics such as cracks, soil conditions, footings, and distinguishing solid masonry from masonry veneer walls.