Description

The overall structure of a home is essentially the backbone that holds everything in place. For many, the structural integrity of a home is often viewed as the most crucial part of the home-buying process. By being able to observe and report on these critical matters during the structural portion of a home inspection, real estate agents are in a unique position to offer expertise and peace of mind to all parties involved in the home-buying process.

Instructor: Peter Knepper

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Define terms commonly used during the structural portion of the home inspection process.

Understand common causes of structural damage.

Understand risks associated with inspecting structural components during a home inspection.

Define what to consider during structural portion of the home inspection, including attics, basements, crawlspaces, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors.

Define common concerns related to the inspection of the exterior structure and related components, including property lots, decks, porches and foundations.

List examples of limitations that should be noted in a report of the structural inspection.

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