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Research & Writing Essay Instructions
- Choose one inspection article from the Library of Inspection Articles or choose one illustration from the Illustration Gallery that directly relates to the main topics of this course.
- Study the article or illustration.
- In the box below titled “Your Essay," write an essay that describes what you’ve learned from reading the article or studying the image.
Your essay must the following criteria:
- It must be written in English.
- It must be at least 40 words in length.
- It must be written at a minimum 4th-grade level.
- It must sufficiently comment upon the chosen article or illustration that is related to the main topics of this course.
This research and writing essay assignment is very similar to what a home inspector does during a home inspection--performing an inspection, researching, studying, making observations, evaluating, writing notes, formulating opinions, and communicating observations in written form.
Once you submit your essay, it will be posted to the InterNACHI Inspection Forum. If the essay does not meet the criteria, you'll be notified by email to rewrite the essay.
Please continue with the course after submitting your essay.
The InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors) Standards of Practice outline the minimum guidelines for professional home inspections. These standards ensure consistency, quality, and safety by specifying what inspectors must examine, such as structural components, electrical systems, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Adhering to these standards helps maintain industry credibility and protects both the inspector and the client. InterNACHI's guidelines prioritize thorough, unbiased inspections, offering valuable insights into a property's condition, while promoting professionalism and ethical conduct in the home inspection field.