The Art of Negotiation

When buying or selling a home, negotiation plays a crucial role in securing a favorable deal. One of the most valuable tools in this process is the home inspection report.

Picture-Perfect Promos

Professional-looking promotional photos are essential for home inspectors looking to attract clients and showcase their skills.

Taking a Closer Look at Electrical Inspections

The electrical system is probably one of the most challenging systems home inspectors encounter in their work.

Back in Business

Margaret Monprode loves home improvement. She’s watched This Old House from the time it first aired.

Do I Need to Be There?

Before I became an indoor air quality (IAQ) professional, I was a home inspector for nearly 20 years. During that time I was often flabbergasted when a buyer asked me, “Do I need to be there?”.

A Biannual Update

We are already halfway through the calendar year!

Understanding Insurance Endorsements

What is an insurance endorsement? An endorsement is a policy form that either changes or adds coverage to your insurance.

3 Tips to Ensure Optimal Home HVAC Systems Performance This Summer

With scorching summer temperatures on the rise, homeowners need fully functional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

5 Smart Home Technologies Every Home Inspector Should Know About

As technology continues to evolve, smart home technologies are becoming increasingly prevalent in modern houses. Home inspectors play a crucial role in evaluating a property's condition, and their understanding of smart home technologies is vital to ensure accurate assessments.

Certificate Holder vs Additional Insured

What is the difference between a certificate holder and an additional insured?

5 Keys to Building Exceptional Client Relationships

As a home inspector, your job is to assess the condition of a home and provide your clients with a comprehensive report.

Code Conundrums

The home inspector is put in that all too familiar unenviable position between competing interests—in this case balancing the safety of clients versus code official approval.

Inspecting Pools & Spas

Bringing Out Your Inner Pool Inspector

The next time you are on an inspection and see that pool back there, think about whether you could be the next professional pool inspector in your area.

Crafting Your Own Gear

I want to be the best inspector I can be, but early in my career, I hit a snag: I couldn’t find a good quality work vest.

Managing Risk: Processing Insurance Claims

Seven common insurance claims handling questions and their answers.

4 Tips for Respecting Copyrights

Creating quality marketing materials without copyrighted materials is possible; here are some tips to help you get started.

Check the Deck

The importance of regular and continued deck inspections.

Leading the Industry

An ASHI Certified Inspector looks back over nearly 50 years in the field.

Postcards from the Field