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| ashi standards of practice: Commentary on the ASHI Standard of Practice for Home Inspections Bruce Barker, 2018-06-02 One of the ways home inspectors get into trouble is by failing to understand and comply with the ASHI Standard of Practice (SoP). It is easy to read what the SoP says, but it is very difficult to understand what it means. This is the only reference that explains each SoP clause with examples of how to comply. This book is a must for every home inspector. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & standards Carson Dunlop, 2003 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. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Air conditioning & heat pumps Carson Dunlop, 2003 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. |
| ashi standards of practice: Graphic Standards Field Guide to Home Inspections Stephen Gladstone, 2011-02-02 Quick, reliable answers to your most common on-site questions When you're in the field, you never know what you'll come across. The Wiley Graphic Standards Field Guide to Home Inspections gives you fast access to the information you need when you're on-site and under pressure. Presented in a highly visual and easily portable format, the Graphic Standards Field Guide to Home Inspections is organized according to CSI's Masterformat standards of practice. It covers everything from inspection preparation to on-site safety, conveying the most common answers with practical instruction about home inspections that the professional inspector, architect, engineer, or contractor needs to access quickly out in the field to evaluate an existing residential property. The Field Guide to Home Inspections extends the Graphic Standards experience outside of the office and into the field, with: Quick access to essential information wherever you are Graphic Standards-quality details accompanied by real-world photographs of the common conditions you'll find in residential buildings Illustrations that help you troubleshoot problems, along with on-the-spot solutions Compact format that's easy to reference and carry along The Graphic Standards Field Guide to Home Inspections is the ideal companion for the on-the-go professional home inspector. |
| ashi standards of practice: Everybody's Building Code Bruce Barker, 2018-08-13 Construction defects in homes cost millions of dollars every year and place the health and lives of everyone at risk. Everybody's Building Code empowers people and helps them determine if they and their contractors are doing construction work according to the International Residential Code. The book is for homeowners, contractors, real estate agents, home inspectors and anybody else who wants to understand the International Residential Code without wading through the dry and often confusing language of the code itself.Everybody's Building Code restates code requirements into direct, command oriented statements and provides hundreds of examples, illustrations, and photographs that demonstrate how to apply the code requirements. In cases where the code requirements may not reflect current best practices, the book discusses some opinions on the subject and directs the reader to other sources for more information. The book contains an extensive key word index and a detailed Table of Contents that helps readers find the code provisions they need. |
| ashi standards of practice: The Home Inspection Book Marcia Darvin Spada, 2007 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). |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Communication & professional practice Carson Dunlop, 2003 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. |
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| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Electrical systems Carson Dunlop, 2003 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. |
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| ashi standards of practice: How to Start a Home Inspection Business Entrepreneur Press, 2005-04-22 Home inspectors is one of the fastest-growing jobs in the real estate industry. This audio book explains what they do, how to find the most lucrative markets, and what equipment is needed. |
| ashi standards of practice: Become A Home Inspector!: A concise guide to starting up and operating a successful home inspection business Michael A. Pompeii, 1999-10 |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Structure Dearborn Home Inspection (Firm), 2003 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. |
| ashi standards of practice: The Complete Book of Home Inspection Norman Becker, 2002-07-22 Here is a comprehensive instruction manual covering every aspect of exterior, interior, and electromechanical home inspection--basic enough for a layperson and detailed enough to be a working tool for professional home inspectors. Revealing techniques and methods used by experts, this heavily-illustrated reference details how to evaluate the condition of a home or condominium apartment. Precise step-by-step procedures enable the reader to inspect a home as though accompanied by an inspector with many years' experience. Written by a professional home inspector, COMPLETE BOOK OF HOME INSPECTION, 3rd Ed. is packed with photographs, dozens of checklists and worksheets, and a valuable summary which appears at the end of each chapter. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Interiors Carson Dunlop, 2003 The interior is often the portion of the home inspection of most interest to home buyers. From floors to ceilings this comprehensive text provides an in-depth introduction to the major components of a home's interior. The book discusses strategies for inspecting floors, walls, ceilings, trim, counters, cabinets, stairs, windows, skylights, solariums, and doors. The text additionally gives special consideration to the pervasive problem of wet basements. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Steam, electric & wall Carson Dunlop, 2003 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. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Gas & oil furnances Carson Dunlop, 2003 Home inspectors must understand how heat is generated, how it is spread around, how it is controlled and how it is made safe. This text also discusses how to discard the waste products of heating, how much heat is needed, and why homes can be uncomfortable even when enough heat is provided. This in-depth book addresses these issues for two of the most common home heating methods--gas and oil furnances. |
| ashi standards of practice: Advanced Accounting Debra C. Jeter, Paul K. Chaney, 2019-01-30 Advanced Accounting delivers an in-depth, comprehensive introduction to advanced accounting theory and application, using actual business examples and relevant news stories to demonstrate how core principles translate into real-world business scenarios. Clearly defined and logically organized Learning Objectives aid in student comprehension, while highlighted Related Concepts illustrate how individual concepts fit into the larger picture. Short answer questions throughout the chapter allow students to test their knowledge before reaching the more in-depth end-of-chapter questions, promoting a deeper understanding of both technical and conceptual aspects of the field. Written by active accounting researchers, this text brings clarity and flexibility to the central ideas underlying business combinations, consolidated financial statements, foreign currency transactions, partnerships, non-profit accounting and more. This new Seventh Edition has been updated to reflect the latest changes to FASB and GASB standards, allowing students to build a skill set based on up-to-date practices. With a student-oriented pedagogy designed to enhance comprehension, promote engagement, and build real-world understanding, this user-friendly book provides an essential foundation in current advanced accounting methods and standards. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Chimneys & wood heating Carson Dunlop, 2003 Virtually every home heating system requires a chimney or vent, making this an important topic for both home inspectors and homeowners. The text explores the efficiency and life expectancy of various types of chimney and wood heating methods. Components and potential problems of wood furnaces are discussed for regions of the country where this heating method is common. Wood stoves and wood fireplaces, popular throughout North America, are also covered. |
| ashi standards of practice: How to Run a Successful Home Inspection Business Nick Gromicko, 2015-02-04 This manual is designed to help inspectors create, sustain and grow their companies. For both business veterans and those who are just starting out in the inspection industry, this book will help guide you through the step-by-step process of setting up a business that's both ethical and profitable.Good marketing is the foundation of a solid business, and this publication outlines tried-and-true techniques for performing easy marketing tasks that will distinguish you from the competition, as well as tips on how to court and secure high-end inspections that will put you on another level of earning. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Insulation , 2003 The inspection of insulation and ventilation systems is particularly challenging because so little of the systems can be seen. This text discusses how insulation, air/vapor barriers and ventilations systems work to keep houses comfortable and structurally sound. Basics of heat transfer and vapor movement are covered first to lay the groundwork for discussion of insulation and ventilation materials, systems, and applications. Thorough treatment of venting living spaces is provided, including balanced ventilation systmes and heat recovery ventilators (HRV's). |
| ashi standards of practice: The Complete Guide to Home Inspection Michael Litchfield, Roger C. Robinson, 2015 A guide to home inspection for buyers and sellers, homeowners, and professional inspectors covers all areas of the home, with information on determining hidden trouble spots, avoiding hazardous materials, and improving energy efficiency. |
| ashi standards of practice: 100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask Ilyce R. Glink, 2014-11-26 From the most trusted name in real estate: the indispensable guide that helps first-time buyers land the home of their dreams. Now revised and updated for today's marketplace. ¸ How do I know if my broker is doing a good job? (See question #18.) ¸ How should I decide how much to offer for a home? (See question #29.) ¸ How does the negotiation process work? (See question #37.) ¸ How much of a down payment will I need to buy my home? (See question #61.) ¸ What are the different types of mortgages available? (See question #75.) ¸ What if I'm rejected for my loan? (See question #86.) ¸ What exactly is the closing? And where is it held? (See question #89.) ¸ Will I need homeowner's insurance? What should it cover? (See question #93.) What's new in this edition? Internet resources for home buyers: Where to shop for a loan on the web, how to apply online for a mortgage, and how to contact the agency that regulates real estate brokers and mortgage lenders in your state Tax laws and what they mean to you: Why the Taxpayer Relief Act is a windfall for homeowners, and how you can take full advantage of it Buying new construction: How to compare developers and negotiate the best deal The competitive mortgage market: How to find a reputable lender, how to find a true zero-down loan, and what service premiums tell you about your loan |
| ashi standards of practice: Bartlett's Poems for Occasions Geoffrey O'Brien, Billy Collins, 2007-09-03 Bartlett's Poems for Occasions, an entertaining, thought-provoking companion to the bestselling Bartlett's Familiar Quotations, is the book to turn to for any circumstance -- from birth to death and everything in between. Under the direction of esteemed poet and writer Geoffrey O'Brien, Bartlett's Poems for Occasions will inspire you to turn to poetry to celebrate a new baby or marriage, toast a colleague, cheer a graduate, honor a birthday, deliver a eulogy, or add zest to a holiday party. It is the perfect solution to the age-old question, What should I say? |
| ashi standards of practice: House Selling For Dummies Eric Tyson, Ray Brown, 2011-02-11 New how-to details on staging and curb appeal The fun and easy way? to minimize selling hassles and get top dollar for your house Want to stand out to homebuyers in today's crowded market? America's #1 bestselling real estate authors have revised their classic guide to save you time and money as you prepare to sell your property. They'll show you when to put your house on the market, the pros and cons of FSBO, and the best ways to utilize the Internet, from online listings to digital photos. Discover how to: * Prepare your property to attract buyers * Determine your asking price * Hire the right real estate agent * Market and show your house * Negotiate for the best offer |
| ashi standards of practice: Immunohematology: Principles and Practice Eva D Quinley, 2020-06-15 Immunohematology: Principles and Practice, Third Edition an ideal text for anyone who wants to master the theory and practices of today's blood banking. |
| ashi standards of practice: Don't Sweat it... Hire It! Philip Schmidt, 2007-07-15 A handy guide to hiring handymen Don't Sweat It-Hire It! Is a fun, easy-to understand guide to hiring professionals to do your home repairs and improvements. It caters to the BIY (buy-it-yourself) consumer, who prefers to hire work done rather than do their own home projects-the fastest growing trend in home improvement. All types of residential maintenance and improvement specialists are included in this book, ranging from the neighborhood lawn care person to construction general contractors specializing in major remodeling and renovation. Readers will learn how to find good, dependable resources, how to check references and work histories, how to negotiate fees and contracts, how to communicate with professionals and supervise their work, and what to do when things don't go exactly as expected. The book includes sample contracts and schedules that readers can use to create contractual agreements, and an extensive list of resources to help consumers find and manage good home repair and improvement specialists. |
| ashi standards of practice: The Practice of Programming Brian W. Kernighan, Rob Pike, 1999-02-09 With the same insight and authority that made their book The Unix Programming Environment a classic, Brian Kernighan and Rob Pike have written The Practice of Programming to help make individual programmers more effective and productive. The practice of programming is more than just writing code. Programmers must also assess tradeoffs, choose among design alternatives, debug and test, improve performance, and maintain software written by themselves and others. At the same time, they must be concerned with issues like compatibility, robustness, and reliability, while meeting specifications. The Practice of Programming covers all these topics, and more. This book is full of practical advice and real-world examples in C, C++, Java, and a variety of special-purpose languages. It includes chapters on: debugging: finding bugs quickly and methodically testing: guaranteeing that software works correctly and reliably performance: making programs faster and more compact portability: ensuring that programs run everywhere without change design: balancing goals and constraints to decide which algorithms and data structures are best interfaces: using abstraction and information hiding to control the interactions between components style: writing code that works well and is a pleasure to read notation: choosing languages and tools that let the machine do more of the work Kernighan and Pike have distilled years of experience writing programs, teaching, and working with other programmers to create this book. Anyone who writes software will profit from the principles and guidance in The Practice of Programming. |
| ashi standards of practice: The Just Right Home Marianne Cusato, 2013-01-01 Offers a guide to finding the perfect home, covering such topics as renting versus buying, mortgages, assessing neighborhoods, budgeting, evaluating a property's condition, and determining energy use and efficiency. |
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| ashi standards of practice: Black & Decker Deck Codes & Standards Bruce A. Barker, 2017-06-05 Bruce Barker, one of the country's leading authorities on building codes, has turned his eye toward one of his favorite subjects: building decks. Although it's one of the most popular DIY building projects, just about every deck built in the past decade (by pros as well as homeowners) falls short of current codes. In BLACK+DECKER Deck Codes & Standards Barker zeroes in on the main areas of concern and shows accurately and precisely how to design and build it right. Given that every year in the U.S. more than 120,000 people are injured by deck collapses, and more than 50 die, following Barker's careful and detailed advice is the surest way for a homeowner to protect against disaster. |
| ashi standards of practice: Safe and Sound Michael Bemis, 2003-06-09 The world today is a complex place, and quality of life--yours and your family's--is more important than ever. The chance of getting saddled with pitfalls has never been greater. Congestion, crime, greed, immorality, and indecency top the list of ills that exist in far too many locales in this country. Overwhelming bureaucracy, unseen loopholes, and outright deceit are valid concerns in any real estate transaction. You simply can't afford to buy a home blindly. To avoid the pitfalls that plague far too many places, you need to arm yourself with as much information as possible. Safe & Sound--How to Buy A Safe, Private, Quiet Home is designed to do just that. Written by a veteran law enforcement officer, Safe & Sound is chock full of vital home buying information that doesn't exist elsewhere. In four vital categories--security, road and traffic safety, nuisances, and catastrophe precautions--Safe & Sound identifies hundreds of quality of life variables involved in the purchase of a home, including a host of things you won't notice, your real estate agent won't think of or inform you about, and the sellers of the home won't--and aren't required--to tell you. |
| ashi standards of practice: Proposals to Promote Affordable Housing United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Subcommittee on Housing and Transportation, 2001 |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection Carson Dunlop, 2003 This text is organized into major sections on exterior cladding, exterior structures, and surface water control and landscaping. Wall surfaces are covered in a material- by-material organization, including thorough treatment of synthetic stucco (EIFS), a challenging issue for home inspectors. |
| ashi standards of practice: Home Inspector License Exam Prep Bruce Barker, Stephen Mettling, Ryan Mettling, 2024-10-29 Performance Programs Company's Home Inspector License Exam Prep (HILEP) is a 240-page, state-of-the-art learning learning tool designed to prepare home inspector candidates for the National Home Inspector Examination® (NHIE®). HILEP is comprehensive in that it contains both key content review and testing practice. The text review specifically follows the National Home Inspector Examination® outline as promulgated by Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors (EBPHI) testing officials. The study guide is divided into three main sections: Property and Building Inspection Analysis of Findings and Reporting Professional Responsibilities Following each major section is a section-end quiz to test your mastery of the subject material. This is further reinforced by explanations in the Answer Key to each section quiz. Exam candidates should also note that all content to our exam prep is tersely presented in bullet point lists. We make every effort to present only the essential material that you need to learn the test outline subjects. Home Inspector License Exam Prep challenges candidates to take and pass one 100-item practice test covering the entire NHIE test outline. Again, the practice test comes with an answer key and answer explanations. Between the practice quizzes and practice exams, there are 230 total questions with rationales in HILEP. Primary author Bruce Barker, is a leading authority in the home inspection field and is the author of numerous acclaimed books, including The NHIE Home Inspection Manual, Everybody’s Building Code, Commentary on the ASHI Standard of Practice for Home Inspections, A Practical Guide to Evaluating Decks, and books in the Black & Decker series. As a certified inspector and former president of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), Bruce brings 35 years of inspection knowledge to Home Inspector License Exam Prep. Taken as a whole, if you apply yourself to the content and test questions in our exam prep resource, we are confident you will pass the NHIE® license examination. However, learning this wide range of material and preparing yourself to pass this test is your challenge. So, at this juncture, rise to the occasion, study hard, and leave little to chance. In the end, we wish you good luck and much success in your new career! |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Roofing Carson Dunlop, 2003 The majority of roof leaks are flashing related, so this critical topic is covered in-depth, including valley, chimney, pipe, sidewall, hip and ridge, skylight, drip edge and dormer flashings. For inspectors in cool climates, the important topic of ice damming is also covered. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Plumbing , 2003 This text is organized into major sections on supply plumbing; water heaters; drain, waste, and vent plumbing; and fixtures and faucets. The mechanics and practical implications of water flow and pressure are covered first, to prepare for discussions of specific problems that can occur. Summary tables of piping materials help readers keep track of the variety of components they will see in practice. The text also delves into safety and efficiency issues. |
| ashi standards of practice: Principles of Home Inspection: Hot water boilers Carson Dunlop, 2003 This comprehensive text is designed both for beginners who need an in-depth introduction to hot water boiler inspection and more advanced practitioners looking to deepen their understanding. Along with boiler components and conditions, the book covers advantages and disadvantages of hot water heating, differences between boilers and furnaces, efficiency, sequence of operation and life expectancy. |
| ashi standards of practice: Case Studies of Rehabilitation, Repair, Retrofitting, and Strengthening of Structures Mourad M. Bakhoum, 2010 |
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