Principles of Home Inspection: Interiors
Principles of Home Inspection: Interiors

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780793179473

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The interior is often the portion of the home inspection of most interest to home buyers. From floors to ceilings this comprehensive text provides an in-depth introduction to the major components of a home's interior. The book discusses strategies for inspecting floors, walls, ceilings, trim, counters, cabinets, stairs, windows, skylights, solariums, and doors. The text additionally gives special consideration to the pervasive problem of wet basements.

Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & standards
Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & standards

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 950

ISBN-13: 9780793179350

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This introductory overview of the major home systems gives students a solid foundation for beginning a career in home inspection. This comprehensive text gets students out into the field quickly while serving as a springboard for the 13 advanced electives in the Principles line. Systems & Standards focuses on system and component problems, their practical implications, and inspections strategies for finding them. No other single volume offers both the breadth and depth of this introduction.

Principles of Home Inspection
Principles of Home Inspection

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780793179374

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This text is organized into major sections on exterior cladding, exterior structures, and surface water control and landscaping. Wall surfaces are covered in a material- by-material organization, including thorough treatment of synthetic stucco (EIFS), a challenging issue for home inspectors.

Principles of Home Inspection: Insulation
Principles of Home Inspection: Insulation

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Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9780793179510

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The inspection of insulation and ventilation systems is particularly challenging because so little of the systems can be seen. This text discusses how insulation, air/vapor barriers and ventilations systems work to keep houses comfortable and structurally sound. Basics of heat transfer and vapor movement are covered first to lay the groundwork for discussion of insulation and ventilation materials, systems, and applications. Thorough treatment of venting living spaces is provided, including balanced ventilation systmes and heat recovery ventilators (HRV's).

Principles of Home Inspection: Chimneys & wood heating
Principles of Home Inspection: Chimneys & wood heating

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 9780793179497

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Virtually every home heating system requires a chimney or vent, making this an important topic for both home inspectors and homeowners. The text explores the efficiency and life expectancy of various types of chimney and wood heating methods. Components and potential problems of wood furnaces are discussed for regions of the country where this heating method is common. Wood stoves and wood fireplaces, popular throughout North America, are also covered.

Principles of Home Inspection: Structure
Principles of Home Inspection: Structure

Author: Dearborn Home Inspection (Firm)

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 9780793179480

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Structural conditions are often the most serious and expensive area to correct, making this an important topic for potential homeowners. They are also among the most difficult for home inspectors to identify. This comprehensive test carefully walks inspectors through challenging topics such as cracks, soil conditions, footings, and distinguishing solid masonry from masonry veneer walls.

Principles of Home Inspection: Communication & professional practice
Principles of Home Inspection: Communication & professional practice

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 9780793179336

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Only half of a home inspector's challenge is technical--the other half is effective communication with clients. This text is designed both for beginners who need an in-depth introduction and more advanced practitioners looking for tips, sample dialogue and documents, and an understanding of the scope and ethical aspects of a home inspection. The text includes "Inspection Checklists that summarize the important components and problems home inspectors will encounter, and can be used for actual inspections.

Principles of Home Inspection: Steam, electric & wall
Principles of Home Inspection: Steam, electric & wall

Author: Carson Dunlop

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 9780793179558

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Steam, electric and wall/floor heating methods are often neglected in other texts because they are not as widely used as other methods. For home inspectors who expect to see them in their practice, this book offers a solid introduction to the materials, components, operating principles, and safety controls of these heating methods.