Technical Training Course Outline

DAY 1
Introduction

• Standards of Practice
• Running Your Business
• Business Types & Structures
• Multi-Inspector Firms
• Environmental Issues
• Basic Tools
• Home Inspector’s Role in a Real Estate Transaction
• Report Writing
• Review Video
  

DAY 2
Structure/Basements

• How to Detect and Report Structural Problems
• Different Basement Structures Identified
• Everything You Wanted to Know About Structures BUT were Afraid to
  Ask
• Role in a Real Estate Transaction

Exterior

• Decks, Balconies, Steps, Porches, Railings, Walls, Trim, Eaves, Soffits, Fascia, Driveways, Landscaping

Roofing

• Asphalt and Wood Shingles, Tile, Shake and Slate Roofs
• Cement Asbestos, Flat, Built-up, and Single-Ply

DAY 3
Plumbing

• Drain, Waste, and Vent Systems
• Water Heating Equipment
• Kitchen, Bath, Laundry and More
  

Electrical

• Service Equipment How to Evaluate Amperage Sizes
• Proper Overload Protection
• Evaluating Panels and Sub-Panels
• Hands-on Electrical Panels and Evaluation

DAY 4
Heating & Cooling - Hands-On #1

• Hands-On Field Inspection #1
• Principles of Operation
• Boilers and Heat Pumps
• Heat Exchanger and Evaluations
• Hands-On Exercises
• Evaporative (Swamp) Coolers
• Central Air Conditioning
• Evaporators
• Condensers

Day 5
Hands-On Field Inspection #2

• Interiors & Attics
• Insulation & Ventilation
• Review Inspection
• Exam Review and Distributed

Day 6
Hands-On #3

• Hands-On Field Inspection #3
• Hands-On Classroom Exercises
  • Electrical
  • Heating/Cooling
  • Plumbing
• First 30 Day Plan
• How to Develop a Successful Business
• Limiting Your Risk
• Forming Your Business
• Realtor Presentations
• Realtor Promotions
• Marketing to Mortgage Lenders
• Overcoming Objections
• Marketing and Promotions
• Final Exam Due