John Vaughn
Member Since 1996
John Vaughn
At Home Inspections, Inc.Contact Information
My Inspections Cover
ASHI Standard of Practice
The ASHI Standard of Practice is the foundation that all ASHI members conduct their home inspections upon. Adhering to the Standard puts our members in the best position to provide an effective and informative service to their clients, and help them make a sound decision on their new homes.Property Types
- Commercial Property Inspections
- High End Homes/ Estates
- Historic Homes
- Log Homes
- Manufactured Homes
- Multi-Family Homes (Condos/Apartments)
- New Construction Inspections
- Single-Family Homes
- Townhouses/Villas
Additional Services
- Arbitrator
- Decks
- Expert Witness Testimony/Litigation Support
- Indoor Air Quality
- Infrared Thermography
- Moisture Intrusion
- Mold Testing
- Radon Testing
Bio
Building Science Academy, LLC
For inspectors – inspection education and training – including the four hour CE course to maintain the Virginia NRS certification.
For homeowners – home maintenance and repair education, and valuable information needed for hiring licensed contractors.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Civil Engineering, the Johns Hopkins University, the G.W.C. Whiting School of Engineering
Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA), Certified Indoor Environmentalist Course
Home Energy Survey Professional Training, Residential Energy Systems Network
Building Performance Institute (BPI), Building Analyst and Envelope Professional (Energy Auditor)
Mold Inspection Certification course, the National Organization of Mold Inspectors and Remediators
Over 800 hours of continuing education, American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and American Society of Civil Engineers
EXPERIENCE
40 years as a professional building analyst and consultant for: legal claims (expert witness); building diagnostics – including – water problems (leaking basements, leaking roofs, HVAC condensate); HVAC problems (including safety issues with equipment); electrical problems; mold testing (including moisture mapping); structural problems; exterior envelope problems (roofing, siding); energy use and upgrade evaluations; deck safety; and exterior grading and drainage problems.
20 years hands-on experience in home building and renovation/remodeling work.
