Home Inspector Training Advice

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  @shawng8432 · 2 years ago

  InterNACHI is great education provider for Home Inspection. You should first check to see if you have a state board with regulations. In my state you must be a board certified infield trainer to train someone. It’s also illegal for us to bring anyone who is not a licensed H.I. along during an inspection. I guess the states without regulations are wide open. Interesting.  You appear to be a good source for the person looking to become an Inspector. Keep up the good work!

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  @p-squared6766 · 5 years ago (edited)

  Just find a home inspector school in your area. Take the course and pass the test. After that you can apply for a job. Most companies will provide a 90 day training program. Please don't spend 10,000 dollars. Most companies don't take risks on people who haven't been certified anymore cause too many take their time getting their certification. Thanks for the video. Useful info!!

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• MI

  @MisterTDiSalvo187 · 2 years ago

  As a Journeyman Electrician,  you can get the most current version of the NEC (National Electrical Code). A new updated version is published every 3 years.  By far the NEC expert, Nationally is Mike Holt. He has great Youtube videos. For electrical knowledge, The American Electricians Handbook 6th Ed is #1. Any and everything is in that book. From transistors to rail cars. Around $300.00 its well worth it. Also theres Ugly's Electrical Reference book. Its a pocket guide for around $20. Understanding the safety proceedures is critical. Never use both hands in a box, enclosure, or panel. Do Not ground yourself, and always work it like its hot. A 1/4 amp will stop your heart. Thats equivalent to one incandescent light bulb.  Youtube arc flashes and prepare or beware.

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• AD

  @adamsmashups4839 · 4 years ago

  I am in Missouri.One does not need to be licensed in Missouri to be a home inspector.But I decided to to take an online course through Ashworth College to get my certification.Once that was done,I started to apply for jobs.I was contacted by some one from iGo Academy.I told them that I had certification.They act as a middleman between the person looking to get hired and the hiring manager.I than had to take the iGo Academy exam to get certified with them.Don&apos;t know why the Hell they wanted me to do that since they knew I already had certification from Ashworth.I was told that once I passed the exam to email him and complete the form he emailed me.The form had my info and references and I included my proof of my home inspection certifcation,proof of my HVAC certification.<br>Well..I never did hear back from iGo or the home inspection company(companies)they work with.Glad I didn&apos;t spend any money on them.<br>I wish now that I would have not spent the nearly 600 dollars on Ashworth and just went with InterNACHI instead.I did get my CPI certification from InterNACHI last month.

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• JH

  @JHHomeInspections · 9 months ago

  Great video, here in florida I needed to take a course that was 120 hours and pass the final examination. After that, I had to book and pass the Florida state HI exam. Once I passed the exam, I needed to fill out the state application, get insurance and file my company with the state before I could start inspecting. Its alot to go through but I enjoy the work and the idea that everyday is different

• EG

  @eggxeiber · 5 years ago

  Wow is fantastic, I’m mechanic for 20 years and always I do everything I need to do in home and friends and I’m start looking some different and I see a few videos and you explain really good 👍🏼 thanks

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• MA

  @martiniart414 · 5 years ago

  Thanks for the awesome video. Looking to pivot into a new industry...as a hands on DIYer, I am looking forward to easing in - even as a post retirement role down the road. Being in California with no licensing requirement, I want to ensure that I have the best education and resources - the info you presented is really helpful. I subscribed!

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• BL

  @blueskyeimagery · 1 year ago

  You have offered a tremendous amount of information for anyone looking to get into your trade. Many families feel that their child MUST go to college to succeed in life. There are so many trades out there that are a day to day necessity for all. They will offer a great life style, if you are willing to work for it. Your trade is one of those truly needed &nbsp;for someone making that <br> important financial investment &nbsp;of their life. As you have expressed, depending where you live, the market it rich in opportunities for a good rewarding job or business. Thank you for such informative video.

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• JE

  @Jefferson18980 · 5 years ago

  This answered so many of my questions! Thank you

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• FL

  @fletcherearles1432 · 1 year ago

  I&apos;m in California. Thanks for this video.

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  @fordps60 · 5 years ago

  Wow! &nbsp;Very informative on what the first steps are to being an inspector. &nbsp;At least now I know where to turn to start the inspection career.

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• CO

  @Cococure1111 · 4 years ago

  Wow, very thorough from the perspective of someone with zero experience. Thank you for this content!