Listen to Certified Professional Inspector® & Certified Master Inspector® Dirk Houglum explore grounding and bonding, which are essential for safety and compliance with standards like the NEC®. The discussion is presented in simple-to-understand terms for the non-professional.

Unlock the secrets to identifying energy-efficient homes with proper insulation and ventilation! This webinar will equip you with the knowledge to identify and resolve common insulation and ventilation issues in both older and newer homes. Learn how these factors impact energy efficiency and real estate transactions, and gain the tools to confidently guide clients through the process. This webinar is perfect for home inspectors looking to enhance their expertise and improve client satisfaction. Downloadable show notes are available at nachi.org/webinars 

Looking to grow your inspection business and boost client satisfaction—without extra work? Listen to this webinar on the Brinks Home + InterNACHI® Home Inspector Program to learn how. Discover how to stand out, build loyalty, and earn extra income by sharing a simple referral link. Walk away with expert tips, referral strategies, and a hassle-free way to strengthen your brand and bottom line.

Ever wonder why houses don’t just sink into the soil like stepping your shoe into mud? The answer lies in footings—the sturdy, unseen heroes that keep a home standing tall. Think of them like a solid pair of boots for a house, distributing its weight evenly and preventing it from shifting, tilting, or slowly disappearing into the soil.

Foundations are the silent guardians of our homes, bearing immense weight and battling the elements. Let's refer to the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC®) Chapter 4 and delve into two critical aspects: how they handle weight (R401.2) and how they manage water (R401.3), providing a general guide for homeowners, inspectors, and contractors alike. 

Whether you're a seasoned home inspector, a hands-on contractor, or a homeowner curious about what's holding your house up, understanding foundation systems is key. Let's dig into the basics, drawing from the International Residential Code (IRC) Chapter 4, and translate the technical stuff into plain talk.

Listen to InterNACHI's Ben Gromicko for a webinar on becoming a successful home inspector in Florida. We'll discuss training, certification, licensure, getting experience, inspection tools, profitable fees, websites, software, time management, branding, marketing, growth, making more money, business strategies, and much more!

When a house is being built or renovated, there are different types of code inspections conducted that are listed and described in the code books. But in this podcast episode, I’m going to tell you how important home inspections are. 

You don't want to buy or rent a house that has problems. Right? Home inspectors teach people how homes work and explain what needs fixing. If you're buying, ensure your biggest investment is safe, functioning, and healthy by getting it inspected. If you own a house, save money by challenging contractors' unnecessary repairs by first calling your unbiased home inspector. If you're renting, your professional inspector can document problems for the landlord to fix before you move in. Every home should be inspected by a certified home inspector. Why? Because not every home is safe and healthy. When you know what's going on in your house, you stop guessing and start knowing. Get educated, get empowered, get inspected. Find your local inspector by visiting https://www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors/.

You don't want to buy or rent a house that has problems. Right? Home inspectors teach people how homes work and explain what needs fixing. If you're buying, ensure your biggest investment is safe, functioning, and healthy by getting it inspected. If you own a house, save money by challenging contractors' unnecessary repairs by first calling your unbiased home inspector. If you're renting, your professional inspector can document problems for the landlord to fix before you move in. Every home should be inspected by a certified home inspector. Why? Because not every home is safe and healthy. When you know what's going on in your house, you stop guessing and start knowing. Get educated, get empowered, get inspected. Find your local inspector by visiting https://www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors/.