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Manufactured and mobile homes:

The course covers the following categories:
Introduction
Mobile vs. Manufactured
8 x 40 or 320
1976
HUD’s Role
Sizes
Transporting
Foundation
Level
Securing the Home to the Foundation
Inspection
Utilities
Section 1: General
1.1 Scope
1.2 Definitions
1.3 Data Plate
1.4 Serial Number
1.5 Certification Label
Section 2: General Interior Requirements
2.1 Scope
2.2 Definitions
2.3 Light and Ventilation
2.4 Ceiling Heights
2.5 Exit Facilities and Exterior doors
2.6 Exit Facilities and Egress Windows and Devices
2.7 Interior Privacy
2.8 Interior Passages
2.9 Room Requirements
2.10 Minimum Room Dimensions
2.11 Toilet Compartments
2.12 Hallways
2.13 Glass and Glazed Openings
Section 3: Fire Safety
3.1 Scope
3.2 Definitions
3.3 Flame Spread Limitations and Fire Protection Requirements
3.4 Kitchen Cabinet Protection
3.5 Carpeting
3.6 Fireblocking
3.7 Requirements for Foam Plastic Thermal Insulating Materials
3.8 Smoke Alarm Requirements
Section 4: Body and Frame
4.1. Scope
4.2. Definitions
4.3 General
4.4 Materials
4.5 Structural Design Requirements
4.6 Windstorm Protection
4.7 Resistance to Elements and Use
Section 5: Thermal Protection
5.1 Scope
5.2 Definitions
5.3 Condensation Control and Installation of Vapor Retarders
5.4 Air Infiltration
5.5 Heat Loss Certificate
5.6 Comfort Cooling Certificate and Information
Section 6: Plumbing Systems
6.1 Scope
6.2 Definitions
6.3 General Requirements
6.4 Materials
6.5 Joints and Connections
6.6 Traps and Cleanouts
6.7 Plumbing Fixtures
6.8 Hangers and Supports
6.9 Water Distribution Systems
6.10 Drainage Systems
6.11 Vents and Venting
Section 7: Heating, Cooling and Fuel-Burning Systems
7.1 Scope
7.2 Definitions
7.3 Minimum Standards
7.4 Fuel Supply Systems
7.5 Gas Piping Systems
7.6 Oil Piping Systems
7.7 Heat Producing Appliances
7.8 Exhaust Duct System and Provisions for the Clothes Dryer
7.9 Appliances
7.10 Venting, Ventilation and Combustion Air
7.11 Instructions
7.12 Marking
7.13 Accessibility
7.14 Appliances: Cooling
7.15 Circulating Air Systems
Section 8: Electrical Systems
8.1 Scope
8.2 Definitions
8.3 Power Supply
8.4 Disconnecting Means and Branch-Circuit Protective Equipment
8.5 Branch Circuits Required
8.6 Receptacle Outlets
8.7 Fixtures and Appliances
8.8 Wiring Methods and Materials
8.9 Grounding
8.10 Outdoor Outlets, Fixtures, Air-Conditioning Equipment, Etc.
8.11 Painting of Wiring
8.12 Polarization
Section 9: Foundation
9.1 Basic Requirement
9.2 Chassis Removal
9.3 Underfloor Ventilation
9.4 Separation From Ground
9.5 Site Preparation
9.6 Erosion
9.7 Site
9.8 Vapor Retarder
9.9 Connections
9.10 Flood Resistance
9.11 Egress Requirements
Section 10: Standard Set Foundation
10.1 General
10.2 Frost Line
10.3 Footings
10.4 Block Piers
10.5 Block Pier Caps
10.6 Block Pier Shims
10.7 Block Pier Wedges
10.8 Prefabricated Piers
10.9 Support Requirements
10.10 Marriage Line Supports
10.11 Anchoring
10.12 Ties
10.13 Spacing
Section 11: Permanent Foundation
11.1 Content
11.2 Frost Line
11.3 Footings
11.4 Block Piers
11.5 Block Pier Caps
11.6 Block Pier Shims
11.7 Block Pier Wedges
11.8 Prefabricated Piers
11.9 Support Requirements
11.10 Perimeter Supports
11.11 Marriage Line Supports
11.12 Piers
11.13 Location of Supports
11.14 Height of Installation
11.15 Permanent Foundation
11.16 Foundations for Existing Home
11.17 Basement Perimeter Support
11.18 Grading
11.19 Drainage
11.20 Anchoring
Section 12: Accessory Buildings and Structures
12.1 Underfloor Space
12.2 Skirting
12.3 Underfloor Ventilation
12.4 Underfloor Access
12.5 Foundations and Ground Level Access
12.6 Carports and Awnings
12.7 Porches
12.8 Attached Garages
12.9 Decks, Porches, Landings, Stairs, Ramps, and Guardrails
Section 13: Resources

Crawlspaces:

properly using personal protection equipment;
following InterNACHI Standards of Practice;
applying an inspection checklist;
writing report narratives using descriptive language; and
recognizing defects.

Egress:

This course covers the following topics:
egress doors
hallways
ramps
stairways
the stairway width
the risers and treads
the nosing or leading edge
the guards
the spheres
the handgrip
above and below
the landings
illumination
attachment
emergency escape and rescue openings
the opening
the window well
sample reporting language
slide show

Water tanks:

This How to Inspect Water Heater Tanks course covers the following topics:
Introduction
Kenton Shepard and Paige Peters
Components of a water heater tank
Water heater as a space heater
Sacrificial rod
Drain valve
Access
Labeling
Pressurized expansion tanks
Tankless water heaters
Tankless temperature control
Tankless size
Tankless coils in boilers
Indirect water heaters
Water heater tank locations
Located in storage closets, bedrooms and bathrooms
Located in garages
Located in attics
Confined space and combustion air
Seismic supports for tanks
Water valves for water heater tanks
Inspecting the valve
Dip tube hole
Fuel shutoff valves or electric disconnects
TPR valves
Location of TPR valves on water heater tanks
Relief valve importance
Expansion tank on a boiler
Discharge pipe on TPR valve
Water leak catch pan
Defects at a water heater tank
Hot water
FVIR
Bradford White
Maintenance recommendations
Suggested inspection report narratives
Conclusion

Advanced mold:

The course covers the following categories:

what mold is;
the IAC2 Mold Inspection Standards of Practice;
health effects related to mold exposure;
what mold needs to grow;
how to perform a visual examination of a building to find mold;
the IAC2 Mold Sampling Decision Chart;
the IAC2 Mold Sampling Procedures;
proper use of tools, equipment and PPE;
hypotheses development;
building science and moisture;
sampling devices and procedures;
documentation of work;
laboratory result interpretation;
mold remediation;
remediation clearance inspection;
report writing;
preventing mold growth.

Stucco/EIFS:

Course covers the following:
What “stucco” is
What InterNACHI requires
Non-invasive, visual-only inspection techniques
How to accurately identify stucco and EIFS types
How to identify primary concerns related to stucco and EIFS
How to inspect stucco and EIFS during a home inspection
What and how to report to your client

Wind and hail damage:

The course covers the following categories:

Definition of hail damage
Asphalt shingles
Wood shingles and shakes
Slate and tile roofing
Functional and cosmetic damage
Important aspects of hail
Directionality
Hail impact damage
Wind-caused damage
Shingle quality issues
Blisters
Cracking
Thermal expansion
Diagonal cracks
Splitting
Horizontal cracking
Intentional mechanical damage
Unintentional mechanical damage
Splits, punctures and breaks
Foot traffic
Test areas
Estimating cost of damage
Repairing

Exterior safety:

The course covers the following topics:
General Rules
Housekeeping
Fire Prevention
Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health
Personal Protective and Related Equipment
Electrical
Ladders
Scaffolds
Tools
Air Tools
Compressed Gas Cylinders
Powder-Actuated Tools
Motor Vehicles and Mechanized Equipment
Fall Hazard Identification and Evaluation
Examples of Situations Requiring Fall Protection
Wall Openings
Holes
Leading Edges
Hoist Areas
Precast Concrete Erection and Residential Construction
Ramps, Runways, and Other Walkways
Low-slope Roofs
Steep Roofs
Controlled Access Zones
Safety Monitoring Systems
Warning Line Systems
Fall Protection Systems
Guardrail Systems
Personal Fall Arrest Systems
Positioning Device Systems
Safety Net Systems
Covers
Protection From Falling Objects
Roof Sheathing Operations
Changes to Plan
Post-Fall Rescue Plan

Asphalt shingles:

ASPHALT SHINGLE COMPONENTS
ORGANIC SHINGLES
ASPHALT
TYPES of ASPHALT SHINGLES
CALCULATING and PACKAGING SHINGLES
FIELD-CHECKING SHINGLE THICKNESS
PROBLEMS WITH ASPHALT SHINGLES
DEFINITION OF DAMAGE
LONG-TERM SERVICE LIFE
SOURCES of DAMAGE
UNDERLAYMENT
FLASHING
SHINGLE INSTALLATION METHODS
FASTENERS
RE-ROOFING OVER EXISTING SHINGLES
ASPHALT SHINGLE WEATHERING
ASPHALT SHINGLE LIFESPAN
SHINGLE SPLITTING
THERMAL SPLITTING
HAIL DAMAGE
DAMAGE to the GRANULE LAYER
NON-INTENTIONAL, NON-HAIL DAMAGE
WIND DAMAGE
TYPES of SHINGLE DAMAGE
FASTENERS

Wood shakes:

The Inspecting Wood Shingle and Shake Roofs online video course covers the following topics:
Standards
Grading
Performance
Preservative-Treated
Shingles
Shakes
Sidewall
Grain
Longevity
Roof Sheathing
Spaced Sheathing
Solid Sheathing
Climate Zones
Underlayment
Interlayment
Waterproof
2-Ply
3-Ply
Starter Course
Projection and Overhang
Exposure
Staggered
Spacing
Vertical Alignment
Width
Sidewall
Slope
Fasteners
Caps
Weathering
Bleeding
Defect Recognition
Distortion
Cupping
Curling
Splitting
Checking
Wind Damage
Hail Damage
Mechanical Damage
Chemical
Biological
Decay
Roof Maintenance
Repair Methods
End of Useful Life

Tile roofs:

The Inspecting Tile Roofs online video course covers the following topics:
Tile Profiles
Types
Interlocking
Overlapping
Butting
Birdstop
Damage
Fire Rating
Hail
Wind
Installation
Sheathing
Slope
Underlayment
Flashing
Fasteners
Concrete Tiles
Manufacturing Process
Manufacturing Problems
Shrinkage Cracks
Warranties
Concrete Tile Installation
Joint Alignment
Weight
Compression Cracking
Defect Recognition
Walking Upon
Interlocking Edge Problems
Missing
Loose
Fastener Failure
End of Useful Life
Clay Tile Manufacturing
Vitrification
Porosity
Density
Standards
Clay Tile Profiles
Clay Tile Installation
Roof Deck
Flashing
Inspection Techniques

Metal roofs:

The Inspecting Metal Roofs online video course covers the following topics:
STRUCTURAL and ARCHITECTURAL METAL ROOFING
ENERGY STATE of METALS
CORROSION
METALS used for ROOFING
NATURALLY-WEATHERING METAL
COATING
STAINING
DAMAGING CONDITIONS
DEFECTS
INSTALLATION
WIND DAMAGE
HAIL DAMAGE

Slate roofs:

The Inspecting Slate Roofs online video course covers the following topics:
Structural and Architectural Metal Roofing
Energy State of Metals
Corrosion
Metals Used for Roofing
Naturally-Weathering Metal
Coating
Staining
Damaging Conditions
Defects
Installation
Wind Damage
Hail Damage

Appliances:

The course covers the following categories and chapters:
Introduction
Student Verification & Interactivity
Course Objectives
InterNACHI Standards of Practice
InterNACHI’s Residential SOP
Going Beyond the SOP
Suggested Minimum Requirements for Inspecting Appliances
Standard Built-In Appliances
Optional Built-In Appliances & Systems
Other Built-In Appliances
Portable & Non-Permanent Appliances
Appliance Inspection Checklist
InterNACHI’s Estimated Life Expectancy Chart
Appliance Inspection Checklist Templates
Inspected Appliances
Dishwasher Inspection
Food-Waste Disposer Inspection
Range Exhaust Vent Inspection
Electric/Gas Range, Cooktop & Oven Inspection
Microwave Oven Inspection
Trash Compactor Inspection
Mechanical Exhaust & Bathroom Heater Inspection
Garage Door Operator Inspection
Doorbell & Chimes Inspection
Dryer Vent Inspection
Suggested Specific Limitations
Optional Systems

Lawn & Garden Sprinkler System Inspection
Pool, Spa & Hot Tub Inspection
Outbuilding Inspection
Outdoor Cooking Equipment Inspection
Gas Supply System Inspection
Private Water Well Inspection
Private Septic System Inspection
Whole-House/Central Vacuum System Inspection
Refrigerator Appliance Inspection

HVAC efficiency:

Student Verification and Interactivity
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Acknowledgments
Throwing Money Away
Whole-House Approach

Energy Upgrades
Home Performance Energy Assessment
How to Find a Certified Energy Contractor
Space Heating and Cooling
Federal, State & Utility Incentive Programs
Typical U.S. Homeowner’s Energy Bill
Building Permits and Codes
Heating Systems

Introduction
How Much Does it Cost?
Decision Chart for Replacing Heating System
Common Heating System Options
Furnaces

Furnace Efficiency
Furnace and Boiler Equipment Efficiency
Low-Efficiency Furnaces (Less than 78%)
Mid-Efficiency Furnaces (80% to 82%)
High-Efficiency Furnaces (90 to 98%)
Bigger isn’t Always Better
Repair or Replace?
A Furnace Tune-Up Checklist
ANSI/ACCA HVAC Standards
Ducts
Existing Ducts
New Ducts
A Word about Chimneys
Quiz 1
Electric Heaters

Electric Central Furnaces
Room Heaters slide
Zoning
Heat Pumps

Heat Pump Heating Efficiency
Central-Air-Source Heat Pumps
Central-Air-Source Heat Pump Checklist
Ductless Heat Pumps
Ground-Source Heat Pumps
Boilers and Hydronic Heating

Introduction
Steam & Hot Water Radiators
Radiant Floor Heating
A Boiler Tune-Up
Repair or Replace?
Wood and Pellet Heating

2.9 Million
Traditional Open
Pellets
Check Codes
Consider Upgrading
Solar Heating

Introduction
Passive Solar Heating
Active Solar Heating
Quiz 2
Cooling Systems

Introduction
Cooling Efficiency
Decision Flow Chart for New AC System
Common Cooling Systems Options
Central Air Conditioning

Introduction
Sizing Up Old Air Conditioners
Bigger is Not Always Better
Repair or Replace?
ANSI/ACCA HVAC Standards
Room Air Conditioning

Room Air Conditioning Information
Efficiency Ratings
Heat Pumps

Introduction
Central- and Ground-Source Heat Pumps
Ductless Heat Pumps
Absorption Heat Pumps
Evaporative Coolers

Introduction
Indirect Evaporative Cooler
Water-Cooled
Photovoltaic PV
Radiant Cooling

Information
Dehumidifiers

Dehumidifiers
Natural Cooling Strategies

Introduction
Fans & Ventilation for Cooling
Central Fan-Integrated Night Cooling
Natural Draft
Window Fans
Attic Vents
Whole House Fans
Passive Cooling
Windows
Window Rating
Shading
Replace Roof with a Cool One
Radiant Barriers
Ventilation

Introduction
How Much Ventilation?
Exhaust-Only Ventilation
Supply-Only Ventilation
Balanced Systems
Semi-Balanced System
Ventilation System Types, Cost & Performance
Quiz 3
The Home Performance Energy Assessment

Introduction
Certified Energy Contractors
The Energy Assessment Process
Step 1: Assessment
Step 2: Making Energy-Efficiency Upgrades
Step 3: Testing
Quiz 4
References

Conclusion

Final Exam

Exterior fundamentals:

The Fundamentals of Inspecting the Exterior online video course covers the following topics:
What’s a Home Inspection?
Phone Call. Now What?
Prior to the Inspection
The Neighborhood
Early
Managing Expectations
The Practical Route
Diagrams
Checklist
Exterior Concrete
Driveways, Sidewalks, and Garage
Personalize
Siding
Proper Site Drainage
Foundation
Video
Limited Visibility
Exterior Materials
Penetrations
Decks and Porches
Fixtures and Sprinklers
Tell the Home’s Story

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Defect recognition:

The course covers the following categories:
Student Verification and Interactivity

Introduction

Acknowledgments

Home Inspection Reports: What to Expect

Introduction
Development of Standards
Checklist and Narrative Reports
Development of Reporting Software
Narrative Content
Report Content
Sample Reports
Home Inspection Reports: Engage Your Senses

Engage Your Senses
3 Functions of a Report Narrative

Accurate Condition Identification
Assessment of a Condition’s Severity
Transfer of Liability
Simple vs. Comprehensive Report Narratives

Introduction
Level of Assumption
Quoting Code
Should Inspectors Write Their Own Narratives?
Roof: Defect Recognition and Description

Exterior: Defect Recognition and Description

Foundation & Structure: Defect Recognition and Description

Heating: Defect Recognition and Description

Cooling: Defect Recognition and Description

Plumbing: Defect Recognition and Description

Electrical: Defect Recognition and Description

Fireplace: Defect Recognition and Description

Attic & Insulation: Defect Recognition and Description

Doors, Windows & Interior: Defect Recognition and Description

“No Visible Evidence” Language

May Be Evidence Against You
If a Home Inspector Misses Something

Introduction
Was it Really a Miss?
Was the “Miss” Handled Well?
Tips To Help Home Inspectors Avoid Lawsuits

Introduction
InterNACHI’s Pre-Inspection Agreement
InterNACHI’s Library of Narratives
InterNACHI’s "Estimated Life Expectancy Chart
InterNACHI’s Home Maintenance Book
To Exceed or Not to Exceed the Standards of Practice

Meth hazards:

The course covers the following categories:
Warning, Goal & Objectives
Background
Definitions
Meth Use and Side Effects
Signs of Meth During Inspection
Remediation Overview
19-Step Remediation Sequence
Item and Material Best Practices
Sampling Constituents
Sampling Theory
Wipe Sampling Methods

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