The Changing Profession

Frank Lesh (former ASHI president and executive director), Jamie Dunsing (ASHI member since November 1990), and Jay Balin recently met up for lunch. They discussed old times, the changing technology, and the overall profession.

Waving Goodbye to Waiving Inspections

“August 6 was a great day for Massachusetts consumers, home buyers, buyers’ agents, and today’s home sellers who will be tomorrow’s homebuyers. Allowing homebuyers the right to have an independent […]

The Evolution of Mold Testing

Mold may be common in the air we breathe, but high concentrations of spores in homes should be avoided and could indicate larger issues, according to Jim Bates, director of sales at Sporecyte.

Inspecting the Roof

Regular maintenance is imperative when it comes to making sure a residential roof system is performing as it should, according to the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA).

Know Your Worth

Establishing the right rates for your home inspection business is essential to achieving profitability and growth. Striking a balance between competitive pricing and sustainable business practices is key. Let’s dive into how to set your business rates effectively.

Exploring the Lungs of the Home

With all of the recent buzz around indoor air quality issues, let’s talk about what we refer to as the lungs of the home—the HVAC system.

What’s Your Difference?

Have you thought about what makes you appreciably different from other home inspectors? If you haven’t, you’re not alone.

Healthy Cooling Systems

I once compared conditions in 300 randomly selected homes I inspected as a home inspector to 600 “sick homes” I inspected as an indoor-air-quality professional; these were houses where occupants were suffering from asthma and/or allergy symptoms.

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