American Society of Home Inspectors, Inc.Becoming a homeowner can be a daunting task, especially for first-time buyers entering the market. Not only is your home likely the largest purchase you will make in your life, but you will want to make sure the home you buy fits all your needs as well.
About 32% of employees work from home. So, they need to transform their space into an office setting that’s conducive to productivity. This entails finding a quiet and spacious room. To get started, follow these tips to make your house work-from-home friendly.
Crawl spaces aren’t exactly the highlight of a home inspector’s day. Stuffy, cramped, and poorly lit, these areas present a significant challenge. In fact, with some inspectors reporting hazards such as animals, exposed wiring, and toxins like mold and sewage, crawl spaces can be more than uncomfortable. They can be dangerous.
Looking back at my journey to become ASHI President, I can only say—Wow! It seems like only yesterday that I took the leap to be a home inspector.
I remember very well the day when one of my mentors threatened to give me a swift kick and said, “You need to start booking your own inspections.
You know this stuff!” At the time I could only think, “Who, me? You have to
be kidding. I’m too new to the world of home inspections.”
In 1962, The Jetsons aired as a comical view of the future with their smart home. In 1966 Americans first viewed Star Trek; most of its tech has since become a reality. Since then many TV series and major movie productions have featured futuristic homes, including Tony Stark’s mansion in Iron Man and the smart home in I.T. (2016)
In December 2021, the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) launched its all-new online education platform: the ASHI Edge. The momentous endeavor was headed by ASHI’s Director of Education Edwin Barrera and his skillful team in the education department.
The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation to our 2021-2022 Affiliate Members for their continued support and the positive impact they provide the ASHI community!
ASHI was looking forward to returning to an in-person conference in 2022. Unfortunately, with the onset of the new Omicron variant coupled with the ongoing Delta variant, ASHI was forced to cancel the in-person conference, InspectionWorld 2022, January 16-19, 2022, in Orlando.
Join us in welcoming the new ASHI Leadership for 2022 as we set out towards another successful year!
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