Module 1 Introduction: Iron Mountain Overview and Mandatory 3-Hour Connecticut Home Inspection Regulatory Block
Module 1: Exploring Home Inspection Reports: A Guide to Selecting Tools and Understanding Safety Principles (Continuation of the 3-hour mandatory Connecticut regulatory block)
Module 2: Standards of Practice and Professional Essentials: Business, Insurance, and Marketing Strategies for Home Inspectors (Continuation of the 3-hour mandatory Connecticut regulatory block)
Module 2: Bonus Affiliate Resources and Free Trial for Home Inspection Software
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Instructions for this section
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Bonus: Free Trial of Home Inspection Software for Students
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Bonus: ELITEMGA insurance tailored specifically for home inspectors
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Bonus: Partnership with SuperDroid Robots Inc. for Crawl Space Inspections
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Bonus: Bizee (powered by IncFile) offers services to help you obtain your LLC, Tax ID, and other essential legal documents
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Bonus: Access MOO business cards and marketing materials specifically designed for home inspectors.
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Bonus: Drone Options for Roofing Assessments
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Bonus: Upwork free-lance services (web development)
Module 3: Construction Essentials: Insights into Interior and Exterior Components, Structural Elements, and the Fundamentals of Ceilings, Walls, and Floors
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Lesson H: Construction Fundamentals - Navigating Interior and Exterior Building Components (135:55)
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Lesson I: Comprehensive Decoding of Wall and Floor Framing Principles (82:57)
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Lesson J: Mastering Building Safety and Structure: Ceilings, Decks, Mold, Insulation, Stairs, Handrails, Clearances, Roof Trusses, Load-Bearing Walls, and Recessed Lighting (122:34)
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Lesson K: Comprehensive Study on Windows, Doors, Clearances, Glass Types, Porches, Kitchen Cabinets, and Egress Requirements (87:16)
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Module quiz: Interior and Exterior comprehension
Module 4: Comprehensive Roofing Knowledge: Framing, Shingles, and Construction Insights
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Lesson L: Delving into Roofing Systems: Framing, Shingles, Types, and Construction Details (112:52)
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Lesson M: Gutter Systems and Roof Sheathing: Materials, Installation, and Defects (82:43)
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Lesson N: Diverse Shingle Types, Their Applications, and Associated Defects (156:10)
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Lesson O: Comprehensive Exploration of Roof Types, Structures, Weatherproofing, Flashing, and Construction Techniques (128:58)
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Module quiz: Comprehensive Roofing Knowledge: Framing, Shingles, and Construction Insights
Module 5: Analysis of Structural Integrity, Foundations, and Crawl Spaces
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Lesson P: From Substandard to Remediated: Mastering Crawl Space Evaluation and Radon Awareness (71:21)
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Lesson Q: Concrete Foundations and Basements: Insights into Construction, Soils Engineering, and Repair Methods (77:34)
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Lesson R: Real-World Analysis of Crawl Spaces and Basements: From Inspection Reports to Remediation and Structural Engineering Insights (83:29)
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Module quiz: Structural Integrity, Foundations, and Crawl Spaces
Module 6: Understanding Electrical Systems in Home Inspections
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Lesson S: Fundamentals of Electrical Systems: From Theory to Residential Distribution (90:16)
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Lesson T: Electrical Fundamentals: Voltage, Current, and Measurement Techniques (34:42)
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Lesson U: Comprehensive Overview of Electrical Panels, Grounding, and Circuit Protection (44:12)
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Lesson V: Mastery of Electrical Inspections: Single & Three-Phase Electricity, International Plug & Switch Standards, Wiring Varieties, Knob & Tube Wiring Identification, and Diagnosis of Wiring Faults (82:48)
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Module quiz: Electrical Systems
Module 7: Comprehensive HVAC Systems Analysis in Home Inspections: Heating and Cooling Solutions
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Lesson W: Fundamentals of HVAC Systems: Understanding Components, Operations, and Fuel Types (115:52)
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Lesson X: Advanced Heating Technologies: Electric, Gas, Oil, and Renewable Energy Systems (61:42)
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Lesson Y: Exploring Air Conditioning Technologies: From Basics to Advanced Cooling Solutions (81:25)
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Module quiz: HVAC systems
Module 8: Comprehensive Plumbing Analysis in Home Inspections: From Infrastructure to Fixtures
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Lesson Z: Mastering Plumbing Systems: Codes, Construction, and Components Analysis (113:40)
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Lesson AA: Mastery of DWV Systems, Sewage Management, and Fixture Fundamentals (131:26)
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Lesson BB: Technical Analysis of Water Heating Systems: Types, Mechanisms, and Compliance Protocols (146:13)
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Module quiz: Plumbing systems
Module 9: Fireplaces, Wood Stoves, and Chimneys
Module 10: Home Inspection Process and Reporting (real inspection reports)
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Instructions for this section
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 1 (24:59)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 2 (15:15)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 3 (24:17)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 4 (17:38)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 5 (17:40)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 6 (22:50)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 7 (20:21)
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Real Home Inspections and reporting lesson 8 (18:04)
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Sample Home Inspection Reports (Digital Versions)
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Home Inspection Price List (Example for student usage)
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Comic Relief: Varieties of Home Inspectors in the Industry
Module 10: Home Inspection Process and Reporting (how to perform inspections)
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Instructions for this section
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Conducting Roofing Inspections: A Guide to Effective Report Writing
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Conducting Interior and Exterior Inspections: A Guide to Effective Report Writing
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Conducting Structural inspections (Crawl spaces, foundations, basements, and structural elements): A guide to effective report writing
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Conducting Electrical inspections: A guide to effective report writing
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Conducting Plumbing inspections: A guide to effective report writing
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Conducting HVAC inspections: A guide to effective report writing
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Conducting Fireplace/chimney inspections: A guide to effective report writing
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Conclusion of the Home Inspection and Report Writing Section
Module 11: Inspection Essentials: Questions on Home Evaluations, Reporting, and Regulatory Compliance (additional training)
End-of-Course Final Examination
