Home Inspection is one of those businesses where the majority of the people
who look to get involved will work for themselves.
Career and business
Training for on-the-job work is a major part of beginning a successful Home
Inspection Career, but understanding how a business works can be just as
important. Be sure to develop a business plan, have adequate capital, and use a
good accountant! As with any self owned business, you will want to develop
referrals, have relationships with real estate attorneys, brokers and banks. I
know when I bought my home, one of the things I asked our real estate attorney
was "Do you know a good home inspector?". An established home inspector does not
rely on advertising. He or she relies on word of mouth and referrals from people
in the industry.
A home inspector is a vital part of real estate business today. Proper
inspection of a home prior to a completed transaction is necessary. It is a
cyclical business (moves with the market) to real estate, but the best thing is
- it is not price sensitive. If the Real Estate market declines, but
transactions continue - the home inspector still gets his jobs.
Training:
Proper home inspection training is very important. We are dealing with
properties, buyers and sellers of large amounts of money AND most the important
factor - Safety!
Home Inspectors will examine electrical systems, wires, outlets, frayed
connections. Not being properly trained in this area can be very dangerous. Not
just for you, but for the new owner that may be unprepared for faulty or aged
electrical trouble for instance. Other areas include: Plumbing and piping,
exterior trouble spots like rotting or compromised framing, plywood and roof
trouble.
Home Inspectors must be schooled and trained in identifying potential health
hazards such as asbestos tiles and shingles, mold in the walls or under
carpeting and floors and lead. Appliances like dishwashers, washing machines and
dryers are also examined. It is the inspectors ultimate responsibility to
complete an accurate and very detailed report of the homes condition.
You can begin training on how to become a Home Inspector in your state by
taking courses which can be delivered online. There are no public educational or
school pre-requirements, so people that are looking for a career change do not
have to worry about prior experience. However, having some experience in house
repair is a big plus. The training will be easier. Search out books to read more
before you decide this is a career for you.
Conclusion
Training and building a career in Home Inspection is a wonderful opportunity
to help people, run your own business and see the results of your work. However,
as with any job - you need to have a passion for it. Don't just do it for the
money.
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