Home Inspection Blog

How do you train to be a home inspector? I blogged on this in 2011, 2016, and 2020. And it’s time for another update, because this is one of the most common questions I get as a home inspection company owner. All of this advice is tailored for someone in an unregulated state, such as Minnesota […]

To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/vwDEHoyPgG4 In this episode, Reuben Saltzman, Tessa Murry, and Eric Houseman share some of the most memorable and unusual service inquiries they’ve encountered in the home inspection industry. From clients complaining about issues already documented in the inspection report to hidden defects concealed behind ...

I get a lot of questions about what it takes to get started in the home inspection profession, and I’ve come to realize the answers depend on the career path someone is looking for. I’ve written on this topic many times, and my assumption has always been that someone wants to be a solo home […]

To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/FFgBErKxCHs In this episode, Reuben Saltzman and Tessa Murry tackle a question that’s becoming increasingly common in the home inspection industry: Should home inspectors report cosmetic defects in new construction homes? From nail pops and scuff marks to drywall imperfections, they explore the growing expect...

To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/NZSMT78oKmQ   In this episode, Ruben Saltzman, Tessa Murry, and Eric Houseman delve into the craziest service inquiries and complaints home inspectors face, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and proper process. They share real stories, lessons learned, and strategies to handle difficult si...