Tools to get started

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#1

Originally Posted By: gporter
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I am starting my Home Inspection business. I need to know what tools are needed. I have some. What is needed.


I have
camera
Awl
Mositure meter
Level
Tape measure
Electrican's screwdriver
Binocular
Flashlight
Mirror

Thanks

Gary

#2

Originally Posted By: gquackenbush
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Lawyer! : icon_biggrin.gif

#3

Originally Posted By: jmichalski
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How about:


ladder(s)


outlet tester or circuit tester


batteries & backup batteries

#4

Originally Posted By: ekartal
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voltage sniffer


knee pads


hand held spotlight for attics and crawls


coveralls


first aid kit


extra pair of clean shoes


drinking water


hand towels


respirator or dusk mask


hard hat for crawls


rubber work shoes

#5

Originally Posted By: tallen
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PPE should also be on your list. Goggles, gloves. Don’t want to be electrocuted!


Something to detect temperatures . Laser thermometer, and a digi.

Tick tester. Detects electrical current without a multi meter or using the back of your hand ![icon_eek.gif](upload://yuxgmvDDEGIQPAyP9sRnK0D0CCY.gif)

Water pressure gauge.

Sure test or at the very least a 3 bulb tester. actually you need two one without the ground prong.

Gas sniffer (optional)

Flashlight.
Should be flashlights. Small one for under sinks etc. and a big old enormous one for crawls and attic spaces.

Filter mask for crawls and attics.

Overalls see above

Extra shoes or booties. Might be wet outside.

I carry a small rechargeable vac for the inevitable insulation laying on the floor after entering the attic space.

Leatherman type tool always comes in handy.

In my case, anti poisonous critter spray.


And most importantly homeowner/Realtor entertainment ie. Info to read, food to eat ect.

The list goes on and on.

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30 Oct 2003-- 29 Nov2005

#6

Originally Posted By: tallen
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Ok Erol, you beat me to some of them and added a few I forgot. Like I said the list goes on and on. icon_lol.gif



Best of luck Mr. Porter

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I have put the past behind me,
where , however, it now sits, making rude remarks.

www.whiteglovehomeinspections.net

30 Oct 2003-- 29 Nov2005

#7

Originally Posted By: ekartal
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Gary,


Most newcomers I know don’t test for mold. Unless of course you already have experience in that area. Just a thought.


Erol Kartal

#8

Originally Posted By: dvalley
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Erol,


What's MOLD?

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David Valley
MAB Member

Massachusetts Certified Home Inspections
http://www.masscertified.com

"Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, whenever they go."

#9

Originally Posted By: dedwards
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The list is extensive and will evolve over time. Now the real piece of equipment no one mentioned…a truck or van to carry all the stuff in.

#10

Originally Posted By: gporter
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icon_razz.gif Thanks