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Introduction To Home Inspections
About The Author
Purpose Of A Home Inspection
Benefits Of Knowledge Of Home Inspections
Description Of A Home Inspection
Professional Engineer and Registered Architect Issue
Starting Out And Setting Up A Business
Home Inspection Education
Tools That Are Helpful
Booking Home Inspection Jobs
House Architectural Styles
Beginning The Home Inspection
Start The Inspection In The Lower Level
THE OPERATING SYSTEM INSPECTION
Heating System
- Advantages of different heating systems
- Disadvantages of different heat systems
- Oil Fired Heating Systems
- Gas Fired Heating Systems
- Electric Heating Systems
- Forced Warm Air Heating Systems
- Heat Pump Heating Systems
- Forced Hot Water Heating Systems
- Steam Heating Systems
- Hydro-Therm Heating Systems
- Hybrid and Radiant Heating Systems
Air-Conditioning System
Domestic Water Heater
Plumbing System
Well Water System
Septic System
Electrical System
Operating Systems Photo Pages
THE LOWER LEVEL INSPECTION
Lower Level
Crawl Spaces
Gas Service
Auxiliary Systems
Water Penetration
Lower Level Photo Pages
More Nemmar Products
THE INTERIOR HOME INSPECTION
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Floors and Stairs
Walls and Ceilings
Windows and Doors
Fireplaces
Attic Inspection
Attic Ventilation
Attic Insulation
Interior Inspection Photo Pages
THE EXTERIOR HOME INSPECTION
Roof
Chimney
Siding
Fascia, Soffits and Eaves
Gutters, Downspouts and Leaders
Windows, Screens and Storms
Entrances, Steps and Porches
Walks
Patios and Terraces
Decks
Walls and Fences
Drainage and Grading
Driveways
Garage
Other Exterior Structures
Swimming Pools
Wood Destroying Insects
Exterior Inspection Photo Pages
HOME SAFETY TOPICS
Kitchen Safety
Bathroom Safety
Stairway Safety
Garage Safety
Electrical Safety
Window Safety
Exterior Safety
Home Improvement Safety
Children Safety
Poison Safety
Water Safety
Fire Safety
Home Security Safety
Winter Safety
Holiday Safety
Disaster Prevention Safety |
HEALTH CONCERNS
Asbestos Insulation
Radon Gas
Indoor Air Pollution
Carbon Monoxide
What You Should Know About Combustion Appliances and Indoor Air Pollution
Carbon Monoxide Concerns
Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Checklist to Prevent Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning
Mold In Your Home
Guide to Mold and Moisture in Your Home
Mold Cleanup
Lead and Your Health
Lead in Paint, Dust, and Soil
Basic Lead Information
Health Effects of Lead
Where Lead is Found
Where Lead is Likely to be a Hazard
What You Can do to Protect Your Family
Checking Your Family and Home for Lead
How to find a Qualified Lead Professional
What will I learn if I hire a Lead professional?
Are Lead professionals required to be certified or licensed?
What if my State doesn’t have a certification program?
What if the Lead paint in my home poses a hazard?
Basic Questions about Testing Your Home For Lead In Paint, Dust, And Soil
Specific Questions about Testing Paint, Dust, and Soil for Lead
Other Frequently Asked Questions about Lead Testing
Are You Buying or Renting a Home built before 1978?
Remodel or Renovate a Home with Lead-Based Paint
Reducing Lead Hazards when Remodeling your Home
Asbestos and Your Health
How To Identify Materials That Contain Asbestos
If You Hire A Professional Asbestos Inspector
If You Hire A Corrective-Action Contractor
Vermiculite Attic Insulation
What is vermiculite insulation?
Do I have vermiculite insulation?
Is vermiculite insulation a problem?
What should I do if I have vermiculite attic insulation in my home?
What if I occasionally have to go into my attic?
What are the next steps?
Is my health at risk from previous exposures to the asbestos in the insulation?
Where can I get info on insulation testing or removal?
What about work-related exposure to vermiculite?
Radon Gas In Your Home
Guide to Protecting Your Family From Radon
Buying a New Home? How to Protect Your Family from Radon
Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction
How To Select A Contractor
Living in a House with a Radon Reduction System
Assessment of Risks from Radon in Homes
How Was Radon Discovered?
Exposure to Radon
Health Effects of Radon
Protecting People from Radon
Radon – Frequently Asked Questions
Drinking Water
How Safe Is The Drinking Water In My Well?
Drinking Water From Household Wells
- (See Drinking Water Glossary at end of book)
Health Concerns Photo Pages
Home Inspection Stationery
WHAT NO ONE ELSE TELLS YOU!!
Reality Talk
Third Parties To The Transaction
Verify Everything With The Documentation
The Sad Truth
Check Town Hall... Or Else
You Have The Right To...
Is The Listing Accurate?
A Catch 22 Position
People Who Have No Right To Remain Silent
Talk To The Neighbors
Be Totally Objective - Part
Be Totally Objective - Part
Negotiating Realities To Assist Your Client
Don't Let Your Client Be Pressured
Lay All The Cards On The Table
Safety Concerns
Don't Over Exaggerate Problems Or Repairs
Is It Possible To Build A... ?
Report Writing
The Report Is Totally Confidential
Inspection Referral Realities
Some Good Reasons For Federal Regulations
You Get What You Pay For
Handling Client Complaints
Know-It-All People
Certified, Licensed Or Just A Dreamer?
Tell Your Client To Ignore The Hypocrites
Straight Talk
Motivational Talk
Conclusion
Additional Photo Pages
The Author
More Nemmar Products
Real Estate Terminology Glossary
Energy Saving Home Improvements Glossary
Health Concerns Drinking Water Glossary
Home Safety, Health Concerns and Energy Saving Chapter Credits
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