Quality Inspection Training

Home Inspector Training

Career in Home Inspection is quite lucrative and interesting. With the boom in construction activities and people insisting on having their homes inspected at every stage of construction, home inspectors are in demand these days.

It is very important for the inspector to realise their extent of responsibility and do a thorough and satisfying job. In order to do this, it is advisable for them to undergo training in a reputed and recognized institute.

Institutes like the Home Inspector Training Ltd., provides refresher courses for experienced inspectors as well as courses for people who have no previous survey experience. This is a Diploma in Home Inspection. Aspiring inspectors are even trained in assessing domestic energy as a part of their course curriculum.

The government of the United Kingdom has entrusted the responsibility of overseeing certifications to the Awarding Body for the Built Environment (ABBE)

One of the popular institutes in the United States conducting training programs for Home Inspectors is the AHIT. Their seven day start up course includes a technical course spanning six days and a seminar on business and marketing on the last day.

The six day technical course equips the aspiring inspectors with all basic skills like knowledge of construction, knowledge of materials used and business insights. The AHIT course trains candidates in every aspect of inspection right from the moment they enter the premises to writing reports. Training is provided using slide shows and practical on site inspections.

One important aspect of the training is to teach the students how to detect structural defects in a building or a basement. Students also learn about inspecting balconies, steps, walls, porches, etc. The driveways and landscaping is also inspected for faults. Students are taught about the various kinds of materials used for roofing like wood, asphalt, tiles, asbestos, etc.

Classes on plumbing teach the students everything about the drains, vent systems and water heating systems. This helps them to inspect the bathrooms and kitchen thoroughly.

The electrical inspection classes equip the students with basic knowledge about electrical circuits and appliances. Focus is given to this section of the training as this is a very important aspect in any home or commercial building.

The American Inspectors Society is another institute providing quality training programs for Home Inspectors. This certificate course offers the student a thorough classroom, on field and self study programs. This course is a three day intensive training program where the number of students is kept to minimum numbers to give maximum attention.

Another institute offering home inspectors training course is the Kaplan ITA which has a number of recognized and licensed schools nationwide. This institute equips students to establish successful home inspection business.

Some other institutes conducting Home Inspector Training Courses are the PHII, Georgia Institute for Home Inspectors, NIBI or the National Institute of Building Inspectors, Kaplan ITA, Training Learning Certification Inc., etc.

Information about training courses in your area can be obtained from the websites of various training institutes.