Fun with Fittings!
March 6, 2026 @ 8am EST
$159
Elevate Your Home Inspection Skills with Our Virtual Instructor-Led class:
Fun with Fittings!
This class provides an overview of residential plumbing drain, waste, and vent (DWV) system requirements. Learners will gain the knowledge needed to identify common defects and understand the reasons these conditions are considered deficient. Numerous photos and illustrations support visual learning and reinforce key inspection concepts.
By the end of this class, you’ll be able to:
- Define common residential plumbing terminology.
- Explain the purpose of typical plumbing system requirements.
- Identify common types of drain, waste, and vent (DWV) piping used in residential plumbing systems.
- Describe basic installation requirements for DWV pipes and fittings.
- Describe basic installation requirements for traps and venting systems.
- Describe basic installation requirements for plumbing fixtures.
- Describe basic installation requirements for backwater valves, sewage ejectors, and sump pumps.
Why Our Course Stands Out
- Expert Instruction: The class is taught by Bruce Barker, a seasoned ASHI Certified Inspector and instructor with over 35 years of experience in the home inspection industry. Accomplished author of the NHIE inspection manuals
- Interactive Format:with course content through quizzes and discussions to reinforce your learning.
- Continuing Education Credits: Earn four ASHI and state continuing education credits upon successful completion.
About the Instructor: Bruce Barker
Bruce Barker is an ASHI Certified Inspector with over 35 years of experience in the home inspection industry. He has authored several books on building codes and inspection practices, including Everybody’s Building Code and The NHIE Home Inspection Manual. Bruce is a former ASHI President and a licensed contractor and inspector in multiple states. His vast knowledge and practical insights will guide you through this comprehensive course, ensuring a deeper understanding of code-based home inspections.
Approved for 4 CE in Florida, Maryland, Tennessee, Washington. Also approved in AL, DE, IN, MS, LA, MT, NH, NM, OR, VA, WI, WV
Pennsylvania & Iowa Notice: Pennsylvania and Iowa does not approve continuing education for home inspectors. PA & IA inspectors must meet the CE requirements of their national association. All sessions are approved for ASHI Continuing Education (CE) credit