Home Inspector Podcast

A song for home inspectors.

Mold is more than just a stain on the wall—it can signal serious issues for a home’s indoor air quality. This casual and straightforward webinar with Thomas Bartholetti is aimed at home inspectors who want to sharpen their skills and better serve their clients. We’ll cover everything from the basics of IAQ and mold history to where mold hides, how to test for it, and how to explain those reports. You’ll also learn about the health effects of mold and how to confidently talk with clients about its potential risks. By the end, you’ll be better prepared to spot mold-related problems, understand what they mean, and add even more value to your inspections.

In this presentation, we will review a home inspection (not a code inspection), demonstrate why code inspectors and contractors should network with local home inspectors, and show how the home inspection industry influences $32 billion in home improvements yearly. We will also learn how home inspectors help homeowners maintain their homes and keep them functioning, safe, and healthy.

Escuche este seminario web impartido por Ramón Colón, Inspector Profesional Certificado® e Inspector Maestro Certificado® de InterNACHI, que cubre todo lo necesario para obtener la licencia de inspector de viviendas en Florida. Desde completar el curso de 120 horas hasta presentar su solicitud de licencia, Ramón le guiará paso a paso, incluyendo la preparación para el examen, las certificaciones requeridas y la formación continua. ¡Este seminario web es perfecto para quienes están listos para comenzar su carrera de inspección en Florida!

Listen to InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector® AND Certified Master Inspector® Ramón Colón's webinar covering everything you need to know to become a licensed home inspector in Florida. From completing the 120-hour course to submitting your license application, Ramón will walk you through each step—including exam prep, required certifications, and ongoing education. This webinar is perfect for anyone ready to launch their inspection career in Florida!

Listen in on InterNACHI® Founder Nick Gromicko and IEB CEO Mark Hummel for a powerful, no-holds-barred webinar on the past, present, and future of the home inspection industry.Hear how Nick built his wealth—and InterNACHI®—from the ground up, and how that journey helped shape the inspection field as we know it today.Mark gets personal with questions that dig deep, leading to honest answers you may only hear once.If you’re serious about success, this conversation is packed with insight, advice, and inspiration you won’t want to miss. They’re laying it all out—you just have to pick it up and run with it.

Technical skills get you certified. Business skills make you successful. Explore InterNACHI's comprehensive business resources designed specifically for inspectors. Visit https://www.nachi.org/become-home-inspector.htm. 

Listen to InterNACHI’s Ben Gromicko’s webinar on becoming a successful home inspector. 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!

Home inspectors need to think of themselves as business owners, not just home inspectors, in order to be successful. InterNACHI® provides resources to help inspectors develop their business and marketing skills, including courses on calculating a profitable inspection fee, branding and differentiating oneself, and leveraging the InterNACHI® platform for lead generation and client nurturing. The key is to focus on providing exceptional value and service to clients, rather than just competing on price. Inspectors should utilize InterNACHI’s tools and resources to build a sustainable, profitable home inspection business. InterNACHI’s Ben Gromicko is interviewed by Natasha Gromicko from Inspector Website Builder at https://www.inspectorwebsitebuilder.com/, InterNACHI’s Official Vendor for inspector website designs.

Listen to InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector® Andrew Kuszak for a presentation on how to inspect for moisture intrusion. By the end of this webinar, you’ll be able to identify and describe specific details of the building that may cause moisture-related problems, inspect for indications of moisture intrusion, recognize evidence of structural damage and previous repair, and communicate to clients indications of moisture intrusion.

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!

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/.

When a house is being built or renovated, there are different types of inspections conducted that are listed and described in the code. These inspections are key to making sure a place is built to code. But the most important inspection is the home inspection.