# General Inspection Topics **URL:** https://forum.nachi.org/c/general-inspection-topics/6.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forum.nachi.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.nachi.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.nachi.org/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [Exterior cladding/siding on a new home](https://forum.nachi.org/t/exterior-cladding-siding-on-a-new-home/181785)
**Author:** [@tflores](https://forum.nachi.org/u/tflores)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 12:55pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/exterior-cladding-siding-on-a-new-home/181785 "2026-10-27T12:55:42Z")
Hey! Obviously there isn’t a joint cover or caulking and can’t really tell if there is flashing underneath. This is a new home, 11 month warranty. I did notice all the houses in the neighborhood are the same way. How wo… --- ## [Does photo integrity matter in your inspection workflow?](https://forum.nachi.org/t/does-photo-integrity-matter-in-your-inspection-workflow/271745)
**Author:** [@malekhina](https://forum.nachi.org/u/malekhina)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 7:18am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/does-photo-integrity-matter-in-your-inspection-workflow/271745 "2026-10-27T07:18:56Z")
Have you ever needed to show that an inspection photo hadn’t been altered after you shared it? I’m Maria, and I work on PixelSeal at SteMi Labs. PixelSeal lets you digitally sign an image and later verify whether it has… --- ## [New image added to the free Gallery: Foundation Cracks: Tree Roots](https://forum.nachi.org/t/new-image-added-to-the-free-gallery-foundation-cracks-tree-roots/271735)
**Author:** [@zupright](https://forum.nachi.org/u/zupright)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 7:29pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/new-image-added-to-the-free-gallery-foundation-cracks-tree-roots/271735 "2026-10-26T19:29:17Z")
--- ## [Free Inspection Software. I did myself - it a free open source DIY project](https://forum.nachi.org/t/free-inspection-software-i-did-myself-it-a-free-open-source-diy-project/271720)
**Author:** [@wyao](https://forum.nachi.org/u/wyao)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 7:03pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/free-inspection-software-i-did-myself-it-a-free-open-source-diy-project/271720 "2026-10-26T19:03:40Z")
Free, no subscription. No internet needed. Simple - do a report and generate a PDF. I did it mainly for myself use. here is a simply introduction: Release Beta version to home inspectors · inspekhome/HomeKanban first … --- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Improve your SEO by making a modest donation](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-improve-your-seo-by-making-a-modest-donation/271746)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 6:48pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-improve-your-seo-by-making-a-modest-donation/271746 "2026-10-26T18:48:06Z")
--- ## [Draft image: Masonry Pier: Installation Detail](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-masonry-pier-installation-detail/271734)
**Author:** [@zupright](https://forum.nachi.org/u/zupright)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-masonry-pier-installation-detail/271734 "2026-10-26T16:21:13Z")
I’ve attached a new draft image to preview, before finalizing. I’d like to hear any valuable feedback from the forum. Thanks for your help! --- ## [This Week! Free InterNACHI® NHIE® Prep Webinar: Insulation & Ventilation](https://forum.nachi.org/t/this-week-free-internachi-nhie-prep-webinar-insulation-ventilation/271725)
**Author:** [@avega5](https://forum.nachi.org/u/avega5)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 1:10pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/this-week-free-internachi-nhie-prep-webinar-insulation-ventilation/271725 "2026-10-26T13:10:52Z")
Free InterNACHI® NHIE® Prep Webinar: Insulation & Ventilation October 28, 2026 5:45pm - 9:00pm EDT CLICK HERE TO REGISTER This week’s series uncovers Insulation and Ventilation, accounting for 9% of the NHIE®. We … --- ## [Congratulations to Avery Linn, or latest InterNACHI Scholarship winner](https://forum.nachi.org/t/congratulations-to-avery-linn-or-latest-internachi-scholarship-winner/271716)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 12:45am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/congratulations-to-avery-linn-or-latest-internachi-scholarship-winner/271716 "2026-10-26T00:45:29Z")
Avery will be attending the University of Oklahoma. --- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Make money with a magic marker](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-make-money-with-a-magic-marker/271715)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-make-money-with-a-magic-marker/271715 "2026-10-25T17:30:40Z")
--- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Capture more leads](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-capture-more-leads/271714)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 3:49am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-capture-more-leads/271714 "2026-10-25T03:49:06Z")
--- ## [“Arrow in Picture" app save 10-15 for report writing](https://forum.nachi.org/t/arrow-in-picture-app-save-10-15-for-report-writing/270307)
**Author:** [@wyao](https://forum.nachi.org/u/wyao)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/arrow-in-picture-app-save-10-15-for-report-writing/270307 "2026-10-24T18:21:33Z")
New iPhone App for Home Inspectors — Arrow in Picture I recently released a simple inspection camera app called Arrow in Picture, designed for home inspectors and other field professionals. The app allows you to place … --- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - BMW test](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-bmw-test/271701)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 3:24am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-bmw-test/271701 "2026-10-24T03:24:47Z")
--- ## [Just a little example of how your Tuesday Night Auction bids are used](https://forum.nachi.org/t/just-a-little-example-of-how-your-tuesday-night-auction-bids-are-used/271700)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 9:07pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/just-a-little-example-of-how-your-tuesday-night-auction-bids-are-used/271700 "2026-10-23T21:07:17Z")
--- ## [Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Class Approved by Oregon Construction Contractors Board for TPREIA-InterNACHI’s 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-oregon-construction-contractors-board-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271696)
**Author:** [@ckinlock2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ckinlock2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-oregon-construction-contractors-board-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271696 "2026-10-23T18:21:15Z")
Take the Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Workshop at the 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention, hosted by TPREIA-InterNACHI®. This class is approved by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board for 2 CE hours. This… --- ## [Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Class Approved by New Mexico Home Inspector Licensing for TPREIA-InterNACHI’s 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-new-mexico-home-inspector-licensing-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271695)
**Author:** [@ckinlock2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ckinlock2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-new-mexico-home-inspector-licensing-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271695 "2026-10-23T18:19:56Z")
Take the Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Workshop at the 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention, hosted by TPREIA-InterNACHI®. This class is approved by New Mexico Home Inspector Licensing for 2 CE hours. This conve… --- ## [Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Class Approved by Montana Department of Labor and Industry for TPREIA-InterNACHI’s 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-montana-department-of-labor-and-industry-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271694)
**Author:** [@ckinlock2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ckinlock2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 6:17pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pricing-commercial-inspections-for-profit-class-approved-by-montana-department-of-labor-and-industry-for-tpreia-internachi-s-2027-texas-inspectors-convention/271694 "2026-10-23T18:17:36Z")
Take the Pricing Commercial Inspections for Profit Workshop at the 2027 Texas Inspectors Convention, hosted by TPREIA-InterNACHI®. This class is approved by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry for 2 CE hours. T… --- ## [Draft image: Common Support Beams and Floor Trusses](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-common-support-beams-and-floor-trusses/271671)
**Author:** [@zupright](https://forum.nachi.org/u/zupright)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 5:47pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-common-support-beams-and-floor-trusses/271671 "2026-10-23T17:47:27Z")
I’ve attached a new draft image to preview, before finalizing. I’d like to hear any valuable feedback from the forum. Thanks for your help! --- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Give these to your real estate agents](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-give-these-to-your-real-estate-agents/271691)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 5:14pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-give-these-to-your-real-estate-agents/271691 "2026-10-23T17:14:47Z")
--- ## [This week's (November 10th, 2026) Tuesday Night Auction for Cozy Coats for Kids](https://forum.nachi.org/t/this-weeks-november-10th-2026-tuesday-night-auction-for-cozy-coats-for-kids/271364)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/this-weeks-november-10th-2026-tuesday-night-auction-for-cozy-coats-for-kids/271364 "2026-10-23T14:47:14Z")
This week’s (November 10th, 2026) auction is 136 or more Mercury Dimes (almost 10 ounces of silver). The Mercury dime is a 10-cent U.S. coin minted from 1916 to 1945. Official Name: Winged Liberty Head Dime. Designer:… --- ## [Retiring soon need opinions](https://forum.nachi.org/t/retiring-soon-need-opinions/271642)
**Author:** [@eluke](https://forum.nachi.org/u/eluke)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 11:56pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/retiring-soon-need-opinions/271642 "2026-10-22T23:56:00Z")
Question for all of you that have retired, or about to, did you keep an E&O coverage for a period of time for after you retired? And if so how long of a period did you cover yourself?? My insurance company offers 1 to 5 … --- ## [Draft image: Masonry Wall Damage: Rising Moisture and Improper Drainage](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-masonry-wall-damage-rising-moisture-and-improper-drainage/271614)
**Author:** [@zupright](https://forum.nachi.org/u/zupright)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 8:07pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/draft-image-masonry-wall-damage-rising-moisture-and-improper-drainage/271614 "2026-10-22T20:07:49Z")
I’ve attached a new draft image to preview, before finalizing. I’d like to hear any valuable feedback from the forum. Thanks for your help! --- ## [Pennsylvania DOS: Real Estate Commission Renews InterNACHI as a Real Estate Continuing Education Provider and Free, Online Courses](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pennsylvania-dos-real-estate-commission-renews-internachi-as-a-real-estate-continuing-education-provider-and-free-online-courses/271669)
**Author:** [@creedbarber](https://forum.nachi.org/u/creedbarber)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/pennsylvania-dos-real-estate-commission-renews-internachi-as-a-real-estate-continuing-education-provider-and-free-online-courses/271669 "2026-10-22T18:42:58Z")
The Pennsylvania DOS: Real Estate Commission has renewed InterNACHI as an official provider of continuing education, Ben Gromicko as an instructor, and InterNACHI’s free, online courses for real estate professional… --- ## [InterNACHI’s Free, Online Courses Renewed by the North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board for Home Inspector Continuing Education](https://forum.nachi.org/t/internachi-s-free-online-courses-renewed-by-the-north-carolina-home-inspector-licensure-board-for-home-inspector-continuing-education/271666)
**Author:** [@creedbarber](https://forum.nachi.org/u/creedbarber)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 6:06pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/internachi-s-free-online-courses-renewed-by-the-north-carolina-home-inspector-licensure-board-for-home-inspector-continuing-education/271666 "2026-10-22T18:06:56Z")
The North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board has renewed InterNACHI’s free, online courses for Home Inspector continuing education. Take the free, online courses now. --- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Add overseeit services to your inspection business](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-add-overseeit-services-to-your-inspection-business/271660)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-add-overseeit-services-to-your-inspection-business/271660 "2026-10-22T17:09:05Z")
Also, works for commercial property inspections. Read: Three Things a Broker Can Do to Sell Commercial Properties for the Highest Price - SPACEXPLORATION --- ## [Insurance for InterNACHI members who want to also offer WDO inspection services](https://forum.nachi.org/t/insurance-for-internachi-members-who-want-to-also-offer-wdo-inspection-services/271659)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 4:57pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/insurance-for-internachi-members-who-want-to-also-offer-wdo-inspection-services/271659 "2026-10-22T16:57:46Z")
--- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Improve your social media background](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-improve-your-social-media-background/271649)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 7:32am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-improve-your-social-media-background/271649 "2026-10-22T07:32:22Z")
--- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Market to first-time home buyers](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-market-to-first-time-home-buyers/271650)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:00am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-market-to-first-time-home-buyers/271650 "2026-10-22T05:00:23Z")
--- ## [Watch! Free Webinar: Your Website Is Live, Now Let's Make It Work](https://forum.nachi.org/t/watch-free-webinar-your-website-is-live-now-lets-make-it-work/271641)
**Author:** [@avega5](https://forum.nachi.org/u/avega5)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/watch-free-webinar-your-website-is-live-now-lets-make-it-work/271641 "2026-10-21T19:30:39Z")
You have a website. Now, let’s make it work for your inspection business. We’ll break down what drives people to your website, how to turn visitors into leads, and what you can do to market your business on… --- ## [ICA offers deal on Business Builder and Business Builder Pro](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ica-offers-deal-on-business-builder-and-business-builder-pro/271640)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ica-offers-deal-on-business-builder-and-business-builder-pro/271640 "2026-10-21T19:21:05Z")
--- ## [Quick Inspection Tip of the Day - Immediate live help while you are on an inspection](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-immediate-live-help-while-you-are-on-an-inspection/271638)
**Author:** [@gromicko](https://forum.nachi.org/u/gromicko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 7:10pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/quick-inspection-tip-of-the-day-immediate-live-help-while-you-are-on-an-inspection/271638 "2026-10-21T19:10:55Z")
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