ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

Inspecting Old Houses: Exteriors and Siding

The siding on any home should limit water and air infiltration into the structure. The current technique is to limit any water infiltration into a home and seal the home up so tightly that exterior air needs to be brought inside with mechanical means.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

Managing Risk Claim 1: Water Damage

Of all the allegations we receive at InspectorPro Insurance, claims of water damage are the most common claims against home inspectors.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

New Partners, More Business-Building Policies

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

How to Track and Test Your Marketing Plan

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

Working With Real Estate Companies

In this and future issues of the Reporter, ASHI’s Ethics Committee will address dilemmas faced by home inspectors

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

Anchored Masonry Veneers Inspection

Exterior cladding veneers can be made of just about any material, but typically, they are masonry, including brick or stone. Some veneers are adhered, others are anchored. In this article, we address only anchored veneer, the most popular being brick masonry attached to wood framing.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

2018 Report Out Accomplishments

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Feature

In Memory of Ron Rusch

It is with great sadness that I have to report that Ron Rusch, a great friend to all of us, a mentor, an fellow home inspector, has passed away.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, ASHI Affiliate Spotlight

Technical Focus: Gas Fireplaces and Gas Logs

Gas fireplaces are popular with homeowners. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 40% of homebuyers would be willing to pay extra for a home with a fireplace.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Smart Inspector Science

Have You Ever Seen Rain…in the Attic?

Many home inspectors who work in cold climates have seen signs of moisture and condensation in attics. These signs include water stains on roof framing and the roof deck, and organic substances or other materials that create black stains.

ASHI Reporter September 2018, Postcards from the Field

Postcards From The Field