This guy is nothing short of amazing. His attention to detail in everything he does is on another level. They don't make them like this anymore. What a gem.
First thing we do before watching a RUclips video is take a picture of it to show the screen before you play it, then watch the video, then take a picture to show it's just as you left it. If the video spins or pauses while watching I put it in my report.
I agree with you and if the house passes every inspection... He should be able to take a dump in the John and don't flush just to tell the home owners that their house is the shit!! No problem 👍!!
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@Lionel Zaid i really appreciate your reply. I found the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff now. I see it takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Last inspector I hired got into the property, flushed the toilet, and that was it! Ever since I called them professional “toilet flushers”. This guy brings decency back to the profession.
Jim Krumm is the most thorough Home Inspector I've ever encountered. He literally inspects down to the minutia like too much calcium on the faucet screens. He inspected a personal home I was selling, and it was a ridiculously thorough inspection.
As a first-time home buyer, this is a great video. Im no inspector so a lot of this will go over my head in practice but it gives me a way to do a preliminary visual inspection of the house before deciding a house is worth making an offer on. I definitely think after watching this video its more than worth it for me to hire a professional inspector before buying the home. Its just really cool to see what an inspector does and how a truly professional inspector would go about their job. Im a huge DIYer so this really helps me make an Educated guess on weather or not a fixerupper is worth the real inspection. Good video 10/10 almost overly informative
This guy is awesome. My father has been a licensed home inspector for 30 plus years and he knows his stuff at this level as well. It is inspiring to see this man provide quality service and exceed the standards of practice. Definitely watching his videos more on top of interning at a home inspection company.
Sir, how does a job in this field work? Is it a steady job working 40 hrs a week for a company? Or is it all independent contract work? Are there seasons where things get slow? What do inspectors do when there is no work?
My "inspector" was a hack no good piece of 💩. Money wasted. If he's out here trying to learn how to be a professional...I hope your family passed away from COVID and you aren't able to find work. I wished my inspector was more of what your video contained.
I enjoy these videos so much, I really respect Jim Krumm and the way he explains everything. I also wanted to give kudos that there was no music and who ever edited this video and added the pictures in major props. The video editing and style is just getting better and better.
I am starting my career as a Home Inspector in USA, and I am studying to obtain my Home Inspector Certification, after having performed a long life as Civil Engineer in Colombia. These videos are very illustrative to perform a good quality inspection. Thanks to Jim for share this amazing experience.
Now, this is what integrity looks like! It is a hit-and-miss when trying to find quality work from any profession, but I'm glad there are people like you out there that are honest, careful, and thorough, as integrity seems to be fleeting in this day in age. Great work! This video was very informative and educational!
Buying my first home soon and the inspection is tomorrow. I was curious what the inspector will look at. This video was very educational. I hope my inspector is as good as this guy.
Thank you, Jeremy. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1 Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
I was surprised there's so little inspection info for first-home buyers. Next year I will be buying my first apartment so this is a whole gold mine. Thanks inspector :)
Thanks for the feedback, Jim. We have other inspection videos on www.NACHI.TV at www.nachi.org/tv/home-page/home-inspection/ that you might be interested in.
I was a I CBO certified Building Inspector for a California...I watched this video. waiting to see something that may be overlooked..I must congratulate this inspector on his through job..I pride myself in always doing the best inspection. possible also...A home is a huge investment and people need these kinds of inspections to protect their purchase.People are not always aware of all the components that can affect a home...Hats off to this inspector on the jobe he did..
That is awesome! Jim is a great home inspector. Our homes directly affect our health. If you're not feeling well, it may be caused by hidden problems in your home. That's why every home should be inspected by a certified home inspector to help ensure they're safe, functioning, and healthy.
I love this guy. He's an excellent teacher and very thorough. I was able to do a mini inspection of my home, thanks to this awesome inspector. I rate his skills a 10 out of 10.
Heck, I'm addicted to watching these experts! I find it all so interesting as a new home owner what I should be looking for myself. Very well done. But does make me stay up at night with all that can go wrong with homeownership!!
I've built high end bathrooms as a self employed, mostly tile subcontractor, for the last 16 years in the Boulder/Louisville area. Currently I am considering a new path. I wanted to thank you for this detailed video. It is helping me analyze options with more clarity.
I can’t believe this guy made me watch 1.5 hours of hone inspection:D Anyway, the first thing I learned as a homeowner to unplug everything and move the furnitures before the inspector comes, so he will have access to check more things.
He's the best. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1 Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
@@killthatbeast4392 Maybe, maybe not. I know though that the homes I DO look at will not have anything covering up their defects. Homes are too big an investment for me to risk having carpeting or furniture or any thing else hiding problems.
Thank you so much for this video. I am a new health inspector and portions of the job require us to do home inspections. Lots of fun and this video definitely has the best content and best individual teaching the tips and tricks here. Thank you Jim!!
Love this video and just came across it. I emailed inspector Krumm just to say I was impressed with this. I am not a home inspector nor am I in his region, but I just wanted to share some Christmas cheer with him. He has a great company, a positive attitude, is dedicated and people can learn from him. I'm in the field of communications and politics and I am happy to say I learned some things just by watching this video. Merry Christmas to all!
Thank you for all the little extra tips. You don't learn from school obviously years of experience have taught you to be extremely careful and I appreciate the knowledge and insight. I will definitely be using all these extra little tips when I start my home inspections thank you once again.
I am learning about property inspections to help me as a investor but, man.. this guy is Amazing and knowledgeable! He walked the roof with ease like a champ! Kudos👏👏👏
I really like this guy and how thorough he is with his explanation. I'm glad I started taking online courses with interNACHI. Can't wait to complete it
Love your avoidance strategies such as specific roof shoes, and the fibre glass pole (instead of metal), and other pointers in this video. Thank you team for the service.
I hit this man's channel accidentally. He is beyond excellent in his knowledge and demeanor--a real teacher. I have paid for home inspections a few times or more over the decades and all were damn near a ripoff. I wish the last offer I submitted had me with this man's professional inspection. Would have made me much dinero.
Next time, hire an engineer to properly appraise the property. This dude doesn't know much either nor can he actually budget what you need to keep your property running. He's just taking pictures and pointing out common sense. This is the typical american-made laughable job.
Great video. Who knew I'd be fine watching an hour long full length house inspection, lol. It put my mind at ease for an upcoming inspection on my house.
Im looking to buy a home and I come here to educate myself about things to look for. Thank you for the videos. Also you look like you could be Jeremy Renner's uncle.
First off, it is not the seller's responsiblity to fix things. It is the buyer that needs to fix things if it is important to the Buyers. It seems that buyers are lazy and want someone else to fix every little thing. Buyers need to know that things break and there is maintenance and they need to know how to take care of that.
@@steveklemetti8035 so you as the seller won't fix anything because 1) you think all buyers are lazy and 2) you need to teach them a lesson on how to fix things. This is peak entitled boomer energy lol. Trying to sell broken houses and pass all the problems of it off to the next person - got it.
@@phineusmcclintock1 Wrong. Nothing in the house is broken. I intentionally removed the pneumatic closure on the storm door between the house and garage because I don't want to open two doors when going from the house to the garage, but the inspector flagged it as damaged. But it was working as I wanted it to. It's not the inspector's business. The inspector said the gutters were partial because they were only on the front and back but not sides. When I bought the house there were no gutters. I had someone install them on the front. He did it in metal and I didn't like that. I installed them on the back myself in vinyl. I didn't do it on the sides because there were trees and too many leaves to fall into them. And there was no way to clean them during storms. So that does not make the house broken or that there were problems. If I can install gutters and pvc fittings on the pool others can too. It is the buyers that feel entitled because they want credits and are used to having to call maintenance and after closing on a house they get the wake up call that they have to actually mow grass and trim trees. Imagine that.
Awesome. Thank you! I'm training now to be a Home Inspector. You gave so many tips and tricks, I'm going to have to watch this a few times and take notes.
Very Professional presentation. I watched this video to get an idea of what a home inspection entails to be informed as a potential home buyer. As a bonus I found that a home inspector career is something that might be interested in and lines up with some of the inspection/attention to detail skills I learned in the military. Great video!
Thanks for watching. Every home should be inspected every year by a certified home inspector in your neighborhood. Find a home inspector at www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
I was in Aircraft maintenance…as a career it encompasses many technical skills among them are inspection and quality assurance coupled with adherence to stick procedures and standards.
Missing you point, sorry, bout your broke part. R 22 is beside illegal out date. Im a licensed electrician an A/C troubles are 90% electric. It sounds like your showing how smart you are..I prolly forgot more than you know..
@@sterlingwalter5971 R22 is pricey, but if it’s working properly, and many still do, “not worth fixing” is a bit out of his depth for a recommendation. I had a homeowner call me in for a follow up HVAC inspection because of a home inspector report. Nothing wrong with the unit, other than being an R22 unit. The buyers wanted a $12k discount on account of that. They lost the sale.
Thank God someone pays attention to the HVAC. Break a lot of hearts as a technician when I show up to a new home owner and explain the 1998 heat pump has failed.
Great video. I'm a licensed Architect looking into also becoming a licensed home inspector and was curious how much deeper the inspectors go from our final punchlists/walkthroughs. Nice to see this level of detail.
I definitely agree with the ladder safety. If I know someone is using the ladder, I personally will stay right by the ladder for safety. I have always done that for anyone, especially roofers or inspectors it just puts my mind at ease knowing that if something happens to them, someone has their back.
I've been watching your videos voraciously over the past few days - I'm planning to buy a house next year, and want to work with a NACHI member inspector, but I also want to be as informed as possible as a new homeowner. Thanks for all the great resources, and I've already bookmarked your member directory so I know who to call for my inspection!
This is amazing home inspection video, hope everyone either do their own inspection according to this video, or get professional home inspector like this guy to inspect their house.
What a great video. I had such a different experience. My inspector was only in the house for 45 mins and only gave me 14 page report. The house is only 5 years old and he only found roof problems. Maybe that's why the inspection was so short. 🤷🏻
I’m buying my first investment property and learning about this is so educational, that way I know how to ask for deductions! Still going to get a inspector in case!
Awesome video. It really helps seeing the entire actual process being done. I would love to see one that is performed exactly as if the camera operator were the buyer. Or maybe from his body cam. I am also curious about what software he is running and how it is set up.
Can you explain or point me where to find more info on what he meant when he said, when a furnace and or water heater are in close proximity to a dryer gas or electric there is a chance of of starving the equipment of combustion air. How would an electric dryer pull air back out of a water heater flue for example, thanks
A dryer, even an electrical dryer, is a mechanical ventilation appliance. It exhausts air out of the house. Through is dryer vent pipe. So, it's exhausting indoor air that could/may be used for combustion. It's a common scenario. That's why IRC Chapter 17 is dedicated to combustion air codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018P3/chapter-17-combustion-air
Agreed. 2 inspections per day minimum of $600 a day... Go to college they said 😂 Stupid ass civil engineering degree. I quit my job and make more as a handyman. Home inspections coming soon!
I wish you could be my teacher for anything. Very interesting. Just watching to know what inspectors check for. I'm going to fly you to Texas for my home purchase.
Morning Jim ,i just found your a site..Glad i did, thoughly enjoying it with my coffee. Its obvious to see you know well what you're doing..Im an electrician and been involved in that phase of building many houses..After so long ya get that know it all feeling ,,well here this morning I've humbly been put in check.. You are Definitely on top of your job!! I know I've gone on here, but im truly in awe ..you've taught me so much,, in a number of areas ,and cant leave without saying THANK YOU JIM !! GUESS I gotta watch what i missed now. LOL. Keep up the great work !!
Jim is great. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1 Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
I have been doing home inspections for 17+ years, and as an electrical engineer and former field electrician, my first observation of watching the first 14 minutes of your video is that obviously you've never been nailed at a breaker panel. If you had, you would not be using a standard screwdriver to turn/remove screws anywhere on that panel. You're also asking for a possible fatal shock when you remove the dead front using both hands. I NEVER remove any panel screws without using an insulated screwdriver and magnetic insulated handles to remove the dead front. I have come across more than one panel screw that was installed next to a hot wire inside the panel, and when it was removed it scraped the insulation off that wire and made quite a flash. You also better hope that you don't slip when removing that dead front with your bare hands and allow the metal to touch any part of that buss.
Great video!! I'm moving to my new home and going to inspected next Monday. So you have open my eyes with lots of knowledge and tools for a porper inspection. Thanks again!😁
Best ever course I experienced ❤ excellent job. The main take for me was that, to be honest, it's not my job !!! It needs patience and accuracy that I don't see in me 😅
I dis agree- it is not the home inspectors job to "de value" a house because of older equipment- It is not a defect ! Too many home inspectors take it too far and devalue because they feel they need to "find" something. An old AC UNIT IS NOT A DEFECT AND ONLY STATE IT'S AGE AND EXPECTED LIFE. These inspections have killed deals for no good reason
I disagree. Home inspectors do not kill deals. There's a buyer for every house. And the condition of a system, including its age, should not be a problem for someone who has found their dream home.
I bought a house in september last year. There are houses we knew would need a lot attentions and still didnt win the bid (we put 15k above asking). What a crazy time. Great inspection!
Wow! This guy, no house on planet earth would pass. Next video tell everyone that they need 4 million dollars to repair everything you made a comment about. And next video inspect your own home and let me know if it would pass, lol. I seriously doubt it.
You're not kidding Mark,my house is 20 years old and I could pick it apart, there is inspectors around here that kill a lot of deals. I'm sellingy home as it is right now not what it might need in 5- 10 years.
This was very informative. Clearly, Jim is extremely good at his job, very knowledgeable, and conducts himself incredibly professionally. A question though... I didn't see any use of a moisture meter, thermal imager, radon gas meter, or black light. Aren't any of these tools commonly used in home inspections?
It seems like a easy career, attention to detail is the most important aspect of the job. The money is fantastic. This could definitely be something to look into in the near future.
Very useful. I just bought my first house and getting an inpection done on it Wednesday before i finalize the purchase. I did not know exactly what is done but i know it is good,lol. Now i know what i am paying the inspector for and now know what type of information i will receive also will know how much money i will have to through in for any repairs. Minor wear and tear, door lock change and things like that is expected but good to find out if i would have to spend like 10k on just one repair job will not be good to find out later.
Buying my first house this year. Going to look at one today, got a good idea from this video of what to look for right away and what the inspector should look for.
Excellent video. Suggestion: tying a length of rope to the ladder and attach the other end to a vent pipe, a gutter support or anything on the roof. Since I am on the roof by myself if the ladder were to fall I would be able to put it back in place using the rope.
This guy is nothing short of amazing. His attention to detail in everything he does is on another level. They don't make them like this anymore. What a gem.
He's the best. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Give this guy a reality show on one of those home improvement channels!
We agree. He's the best.
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Facts! I would watch!
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This guy replaced TIM ALLEN. TOOL TIME!!!
First thing we do before watching a RUclips video is take a picture of it to show the screen before you play it, then watch the video, then take a picture to show it's just as you left it. If the video spins or pauses while watching I put it in my report.
Okay. Let me write that down.
Lol..made me laugh.
Accurate! Lol
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Is it ok if I just screenshot it?
Gotta admit that this dude at least had some physics classes. Kudos on understanding settlement cracks and proper air flow practises.
That's right. He's the best.
I wish there was 10 more videos of this guy. He is just the best. Such a plethora of knowledge.
We agree. Thanks for the feedback. We have more videos at www.nachi.org/tv/home-page/home-inspection/
Rudolph Clausius look rand I’m mowin the air
THIS is the way all home inspectors should be. Some barely want to get out of their truck.
Agreed.
I agree with you and if the house passes every inspection... He should be able to take a dump in the John and don't flush just to tell the home owners that their house is the shit!! No problem 👍!!
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I was stupid forgot the account password. I appreciate any tips you can give me!
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@Lionel Zaid i really appreciate your reply. I found the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff now.
I see it takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Last inspector I hired got into the property, flushed the toilet, and that was it! Ever since I called them professional “toilet flushers”.
This guy brings decency back to the profession.
We agree.
My girlfriend had a nys electrical inspector come in. Counted 4 outlets and charged $400. Typical ny.
Jim Krumm is the most thorough Home Inspector I've ever encountered. He literally inspects down to the minutia like too much calcium on the faucet screens. He inspected a personal home I was selling, and it was a ridiculously thorough inspection.
He's the best.
As a first-time home buyer, this is a great video. Im no inspector so a lot of this will go over my head in practice but it gives me a way to do a preliminary visual inspection of the house before deciding a house is worth making an offer on. I definitely think after watching this video its more than worth it for me to hire a professional inspector before buying the home. Its just really cool to see what an inspector does and how a truly professional inspector would go about their job. Im a huge DIYer so this really helps me make an Educated guess on weather or not a fixerupper is worth the real inspection. Good video 10/10 almost overly informative
Thank you. To find a local inspector, visit www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
This guy is awesome. My father has been a licensed home inspector for 30 plus years and he knows his stuff at this level as well. It is inspiring to see this man provide quality service and exceed the standards of practice. Definitely watching his videos more on top of interning at a home inspection company.
Thanks for sharing!
Very good, but a little over kill
Sir, how does a job in this field work? Is it a steady job working 40 hrs a week for a company? Or is it all independent contract work? Are there seasons where things get slow? What do inspectors do when there is no work?
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My "inspector" was a hack no good piece of 💩. Money wasted. If he's out here trying to learn how to be a professional...I hope your family passed away from COVID and you aren't able to find work. I wished my inspector was more of what your video contained.
I enjoy these videos so much, I really respect Jim Krumm and the way he explains everything. I also wanted to give kudos that there was no music and who ever edited this video and added the pictures in major props. The video editing and style is just getting better and better.
Nice. Thank you for watching.
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I am starting my career as a Home Inspector in USA, and I am studying to obtain my Home Inspector Certification, after having performed a long life as Civil Engineer in Colombia. These videos are very illustrative to perform a good quality inspection. Thanks to Jim for share this amazing experience.
Good luck brother any man willing to work hard will make it
I'm actually starting my education in civil engineering. I wanna do this while I'm in school
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Im currently wanting to switch careers and been looking into Home Inspection, This video sealed the deal for me. INCREDIBLE work. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
No. Don't become a home inspector. Home inspectors are cunts and idiots.
Now, this is what integrity looks like! It is a hit-and-miss when trying to find quality work from any profession, but I'm glad there are people like you out there that are honest, careful, and thorough, as integrity seems to be fleeting in this day in age. Great work! This video was very informative and educational!
Thanks.
Buying my first home soon and the inspection is tomorrow. I was curious what the inspector will look at. This video was very educational. I hope my inspector is as good as this guy.
Thank you and best wishes to you, Kimarie.
How did your inspection go?
The content and the production quality of this video on home inspections is off the charts!
Thank you, Jeremy. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1
Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
The electrical panel on the side of the house is mind blowing
Yep. It's very common in about half of the U.S.
I was surprised there's so little inspection info for first-home buyers. Next year I will be buying my first apartment so this is a whole gold mine. Thanks inspector :)
Thanks for watching.
I don’t think anyone understands how excited I am to watch this later when I get in RUclips mode. Thank you for making another video sincerely.
Thanks for the feedback, Jim. We have other inspection videos on www.NACHI.TV at www.nachi.org/tv/home-page/home-inspection/ that you might be interested in.
I was a I CBO certified Building Inspector for a California...I watched this video. waiting to see something that may be overlooked..I must congratulate this inspector on his through job..I pride myself in always doing the best inspection. possible also...A home is a huge investment and people need these kinds of inspections to protect their purchase.People are not always aware of all the components that can affect a home...Hats off to this inspector on the jobe he did..
That is awesome! Jim is a great home inspector. Our homes directly affect our health. If you're not feeling well, it may be caused by hidden problems in your home. That's why every home should be inspected by a certified home inspector to help ensure they're safe, functioning, and healthy.
easy to tell this man is a pro. great video. thanks
I appreciate that!
I love this guy. He's an excellent teacher and very thorough. I was able to do a mini inspection of my home, thanks to this awesome inspector. I rate his skills a 10 out of 10.
We agree. Jim is one of the best home inspectors and instructors.
Heck, I'm addicted to watching these experts! I find it all so interesting as a new home owner what I should be looking for myself. Very well done. But does make me stay up at night with all that can go wrong with homeownership!!
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This is inspector is good. Just Outstanding. He deserves a show.
Good and outstanding. I agree.
This video made me realize how expensive it is to own a property and keep it in shape!
Thank you for watching and commenting. More videos are at www.nachi.org/webinars
I've built high end bathrooms as a self employed, mostly tile subcontractor, for the last 16 years in the Boulder/Louisville area. Currently I am considering a new path. I wanted to thank you for this detailed video. It is helping me analyze options with more clarity.
Thanks for sharing! And I suggest beginning by watching www.nachi.org/webinars/2021/business-marketing-webinar-for-internachi-members
How your new path going?
I can’t believe this guy made me watch 1.5 hours of hone inspection:D
Anyway, the first thing I learned as a homeowner to unplug everything and move the furnitures before the inspector comes, so he will have access to check more things.
First thing I was reminded of as a home buyer is to not look at homes that are still occupied.
He's the best. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1
Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
I don't agree with that advice. Most homes for sale are occupied existing homes.
@@bugwar5545 lol you're gonna cut down your options by 90% then
@@killthatbeast4392 Maybe, maybe not.
I know though that the homes I DO look at will not have anything covering up their defects.
Homes are too big an investment for me to risk having carpeting or furniture or any thing else hiding problems.
I can’t believe how much I enjoyed going along on this home inspection!
He's the best.
Thank you so much for this video. I am a new health inspector and portions of the job require us to do home inspections. Lots of fun and this video definitely has the best content and best individual teaching the tips and tricks here. Thank you Jim!!
Thank you for watching.
Love this video and just came across it. I emailed inspector Krumm just to say I was impressed with this. I am not a home inspector nor am I in his region, but I just wanted to share some Christmas cheer with him. He has a great company, a positive attitude, is dedicated and people can learn from him. I'm in the field of communications and politics and I am happy to say I learned some things just by watching this video. Merry Christmas to all!
this is the only ad I ever watched all the way and I am so happy to watch it again Dave is hilarious!
Nice.
Thank you for all the little extra tips. You don't learn from school obviously years of experience have taught you to be extremely careful and I appreciate the knowledge and insight. I will definitely be using all these extra little tips when I start my home inspections thank you once again.
Glad it was helpful!
I am learning about property inspections to help me as a investor but, man.. this guy is Amazing and knowledgeable! He walked the roof with ease like a champ! Kudos👏👏👏
Thank you, Shay, for watching. You may be interested in more videos at www.nachi.org/tv/home-page/class-schedule/
This man is definitely passionate of his profession.
You're correct, Gio. Home inspectors are passionate people. Eh hem.
I really like this guy and how thorough he is with his explanation. I'm glad I started taking online courses with interNACHI. Can't wait to complete it
Great to hear! Welcome.
Are you finish with your class ?
Love your avoidance strategies such as specific roof shoes, and the fibre glass pole (instead of metal), and other pointers in this video. Thank you team for the service.
Glad you like them! If there's anything else you need, feel free to reach out to us at www.nachi.org/contact.htm
It’s fascinating to see how the homes differ in different states. I’m in Texas and I’ve never seen a safety tie off on a roof
Thanks for watching.
I hit this man's channel accidentally. He is beyond excellent in his knowledge and demeanor--a real teacher. I have paid for home inspections a few times or more over the decades and all were damn near a ripoff. I wish the last offer I submitted had me with this man's professional inspection. Would have made me much dinero.
InterNACHI Home Inspectors are the best. Find one at www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
Next time, hire an engineer to properly appraise the property. This dude doesn't know much either nor can he actually budget what you need to keep your property running.
He's just taking pictures and pointing out common sense. This is the typical american-made laughable job.
@@KeepitReal-x6g thing is, most people don't know the functions of your house.
Great video. Who knew I'd be fine watching an hour long full length house inspection, lol. It put my mind at ease for an upcoming inspection on my house.
Glad it was helpful!
That's why I'm here too. Looking to address any issues before he does!
Wow I can’t get enough of this video you make me want to become an inspector my self thank you
You should!
Thank you. This is a fascinating process, appreciate the comprehensive behind the scenes look at what you do.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Im looking to buy a home and I come here to educate myself about things to look for. Thank you for the videos. Also you look like you could be Jeremy Renner's uncle.
Welcome!
First off, it is not the seller's responsiblity to fix things. It is the buyer that needs to fix things if it is important to the Buyers. It seems that buyers are lazy and want someone else to fix every little thing. Buyers need to know that things break and there is maintenance and they need to know how to take care of that.
@@steveklemetti8035 so you as the seller won't fix anything because 1) you think all buyers are lazy and 2) you need to teach them a lesson on how to fix things. This is peak entitled boomer energy lol. Trying to sell broken houses and pass all the problems of it off to the next person - got it.
@@phineusmcclintock1 Wrong. Nothing in the house is broken.
I intentionally removed the pneumatic closure on the storm door between the house and garage because I don't want to open two doors when going from the house to the garage, but the inspector flagged it as damaged. But it was working as I wanted it to. It's not the inspector's business.
The inspector said the gutters were partial because they were only on the front and back but not sides. When I bought the house there were no gutters. I had someone install them on the front. He did it in metal and I didn't like that. I installed them on the back myself in vinyl. I didn't do it on the sides because there were trees and too many leaves to fall into them. And there was no way to clean them during storms.
So that does not make the house broken or that there were problems. If I can install gutters and pvc fittings on the pool others can too. It is the buyers that feel entitled because they want credits and are used to having to call maintenance and after closing on a house they get the wake up call that they have to actually mow grass and trim trees. Imagine that.
@@steveklemetti8035 unhinged boomer talking to himself
Awesome. Thank you! I'm training now to be a Home Inspector. You gave so many tips and tricks, I'm going to have to watch this a few times and take notes.
Glad it was helpful!
this guy is so thorough and professional .he should have his own show
Jim is the best.
Very Professional presentation. I watched this video to get an idea of what a home inspection entails to be informed as a potential home buyer. As a bonus I found that a home inspector career is something that might be interested in and lines up with some of the inspection/attention to detail skills I learned in the military. Great video!
Thanks for watching. Every home should be inspected every year by a certified home inspector in your neighborhood. Find a home inspector at www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
Did you ever see any action? Seems to me they are just running drills you know the theater of war an all.
I was in Aircraft maintenance…as a career it encompasses many technical skills among them are inspection and quality assurance coupled with adherence to stick procedures and standards.
❤❤❤❤❤Yassss, Thank you! Thank you for a professional video on home inspecting 🎉
Thank you for watching and commenting.
Me, broke with no plan of ever owning a home: ✍ avoid ✍ R✍ 22✍ refrigerant✍. Got it.
How about inspecting the home you're in right now. Every home should be inspected.
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Missing you point, sorry, bout your broke part. R 22 is beside illegal out date. Im a licensed electrician an A/C troubles are 90% electric. It sounds like your showing how smart you are..I prolly forgot more than you know..
@@raymondsmallze5378 he's "prolly" not the guy to say that to.
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R22 is pricey, but if it’s working properly, and many still do, “not worth fixing” is a bit out of his depth for a recommendation.
I had a homeowner call me in for a follow up HVAC inspection because of a home inspector report. Nothing wrong with the unit, other than being an R22 unit. The buyers wanted a $12k discount on account of that.
They lost the sale.
Thank God someone pays attention to the HVAC. Break a lot of hearts as a technician when I show up to a new home owner and explain the 1998 heat pump has failed.
Yes. Agreed.
Great video. I'm a licensed Architect looking into also becoming a licensed home inspector and was curious how much deeper the inspectors go from our final punchlists/walkthroughs. Nice to see this level of detail.
Check out some sample reports at www.nachi.org/home-inspection-report-samples.htm
bruh, if you're an architect you're already MILES ahead of what these dudes do.
I definitely agree with the ladder safety. If I know someone is using the ladder, I personally will stay right by the ladder for safety. I have always done that for anyone, especially roofers or inspectors it just puts my mind at ease knowing that if something happens to them, someone has their back.
Awesome. Thanks for watching the video and for replying. For more home inspection videos, please visit www.nachi.org/webinars
I've been watching your videos voraciously over the past few days - I'm planning to buy a house next year, and want to work with a NACHI member inspector, but I also want to be as informed as possible as a new homeowner. Thanks for all the great resources, and I've already bookmarked your member directory so I know who to call for my inspection!
Sounds great! Be sure to find a home inspector using our www.inspectorseek.com
Did you buy your house? Did it go well in regards to the inspection?
This is amazing home inspection video, hope everyone either do their own inspection according to this video, or get professional home inspector like this guy to inspect their house.
Agreed.
Great video Jim. I could watch these all day. I Learn a lot everytime!
We agree. He's one of the best.
You can't get nothing over on this guy. Lol He seems like he knows his stuff. Great video! 👍
He's the best. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Watching this made me wanna go inspect my house right now (it's 01:45 in the morning).
Okay.
lol
This man did the great job.💯
Appreciate that.
What a great video. I had such a different experience. My inspector was only in the house for 45 mins and only gave me 14 page report. The house is only 5 years old and he only found roof problems. Maybe that's why the inspection was so short. 🤷🏻
Oh wow!
I’m buying my first investment property and learning about this is so educational, that way I know how to ask for deductions! Still going to get a inspector in case!
Thank you. Find a great inspector at www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
I'm an aspiring investor and I want to do this just for the knowledge and to make sure there aren't any major gotchas I miss with a property.
Right. Good idea. You'll want to hire a certified inspector using inspectorseek.com/
This is awesome! I'm a Realtor and I'll start sharing this video to my buyers before their home inspection!
You're awesome, Briggs.
Awesome video. It really helps seeing the entire actual process being done. I would love to see one that is performed exactly as if the camera operator were the buyer. Or maybe from his body cam. I am also curious about what software he is running and how it is set up.
Great ideas and feedback, Marcello. I believe he's using HomeGauge. We have software resources at Step #11 on www.nachi.org/become-home-inspector.htm
We learn a lot from his videos all instructor from internachi. Are the best
Thank you, Carlos. Stay safe and healthy.
i didnt know jon voight was a home inspector very cool!
Very cool.
Jim, great educational video. I just purchased a home and will be keeping your notes for my inspection. Thank you!
Jim is the best.
Can you explain or point me where to find more info on what he meant when he said, when a furnace and or water heater are in close proximity to a dryer gas or electric there is a chance of of starving the equipment of combustion air. How would an electric dryer pull air back out of a water heater flue for example, thanks
A dryer, even an electrical dryer, is a mechanical ventilation appliance. It exhausts air out of the house. Through is dryer vent pipe. So, it's exhausting indoor air that could/may be used for combustion. It's a common scenario. That's why IRC Chapter 17 is dedicated to combustion air codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018P3/chapter-17-combustion-air
very informative thank you. my wife and I are going on a home inspection today. now I have a better idea on what the process will be like.
Glad it was helpful! To find a home inspector in your area, use inspectorseek.com/
Can we get a video on the return air and supply air difference
Yes. I'll add that to our long list of upcoming video requests. That should be a good one.
Very impressive. This guy is better in every way from the guy that inspected my house. More professional, thorough, knowledgeable.
He's the best.
Im getting out of high school and want to pursue this as a career until invest in real estate
Nice. Be sure to start at www.nachi.org/everything
Finish High school, do this after school or in the weekends for now.
Good career move. Had I known this 30 yrs ago I would not have gone to med school. 😂 This guy is thorough and a pro...
Agreed. 2 inspections per day minimum of $600 a day...
Go to college they said 😂
Stupid ass civil engineering degree. I quit my job and make more as a handyman. Home inspections coming soon!
Does it take any degrees,or further education??
Thank you so much for the quick glance into the world of home inspections, this career path looks very interesting! Well done.👍🏻
Glad you enjoyed it!
I wish you could be my teacher for anything. Very interesting. Just watching to know what inspectors check for. I'm going to fly you to Texas for my home purchase.
Very nice, Jennifer. Thanks for watching. To find a local inspector, use www.inspectorseek.com.
Girl he's married. Goodness. Get some water to quench all that THIRST!
@@efaciler2462 lol. Not thirsty. Just liked how patient he is. Maybe you're the thirsty one thinking like that.
Morning Jim ,i just found your a site..Glad i did, thoughly enjoying it with my coffee. Its obvious to see you know well what you're doing..Im an electrician and been involved in that phase of building many houses..After so long ya get that know it all feeling ,,well here this morning I've humbly been put in check.. You are Definitely on top of your job!! I know I've gone on here, but im truly in awe ..you've taught me so much,, in a number of areas ,and cant leave without saying THANK YOU JIM !! GUESS I gotta watch what i missed now. LOL. Keep up the great work !!
Jim is great. I recommend Check out my free, online class "How to Become a Successful Home Inspector" at www.nachi.org/webinars/2020/how-to-become-a-successful-home-inspector-1
Another good inspection video is at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
I have been doing home inspections for 17+ years, and as an electrical engineer and former field electrician, my first observation of watching the first 14 minutes of your video is that obviously you've never been nailed at a breaker panel. If you had, you would not be using a standard screwdriver to turn/remove screws anywhere on that panel. You're also asking for a possible fatal shock when you remove the dead front using both hands. I NEVER remove any panel screws without using an insulated screwdriver and magnetic insulated handles to remove the dead front. I have come across more than one panel screw that was installed next to a hot wire inside the panel, and when it was removed it scraped the insulation off that wire and made quite a flash. You also better hope that you don't slip when removing that dead front with your bare hands and allow the metal to touch any part of that buss.
Thanks for the feedback, Gary. Home inspectors must consider safety their #1 priority. We agree.
@@frankm5019 You must be a great friend to have
I've had the screw through the wire thing happened to me before. It sucked.
I've just got my certification and will now buy an insulated screw driver. Thanks for the great tip!
That's a home depot screwdriver sir, fully insulated I bet.
Essential information if you are selling or buying a house. Thanks Jim.
Glad it was helpful!
I just like hearing him say picture and roof
Thanks for watching.
Great video!! I'm moving to my new home and going to inspected next Monday. So you have open my eyes with lots of knowledge and tools for a porper inspection. Thanks again!😁
Thanks for watching and commenting.
What a great video! Hope you company traveled to CA, I would definitely hire you!!
Best regards
I hope so too! Thank you.
Gearing up to get my feet wet in Home Inspections. Great Video. I will watch repeatedly. Must Absorb All the Knowledge
Glad it was helpful!
The moment he was on the roof
Was so intense I thought he could fall at any time so scary 😱😱😱.
Very scary.
Wow very detailed---Thank you for this. You're the best Jim!
Agreed.
You can tell Jim likes to party !
Oh, yeah. A "house" party. Get it? House inspector. House party.
Lol instead of a ribbon cutting after the inspection . Its a cork popping party. lol
Best ever course I experienced ❤ excellent job. The main take for me was that, to be honest, it's not my job !!! It needs patience and accuracy that I don't see in me 😅
Glad you enjoyed it!
I dis agree- it is not the home inspectors job to "de value" a house because of older equipment- It is not a defect ! Too many home inspectors take it too far and devalue because they feel they need to "find" something. An old AC UNIT IS NOT A DEFECT AND ONLY STATE IT'S AGE AND EXPECTED LIFE. These inspections have killed deals for no good reason
I disagree. Home inspectors do not kill deals. There's a buyer for every house. And the condition of a system, including its age, should not be a problem for someone who has found their dream home.
I just started my home inspection course and this video is helping me understand the book much better! Thanks!!
Glad it helped! We have more at ruclips.net/p/PLKPEi6DdHVZyHK4tkfQuDKRPkBE5oWtuA
Well my house failed lol
Oh, gosh. Home inspectors do not pass or fail houses. They just inspect and report their observations.
I bought a house in september last year. There are houses we knew would need a lot attentions and still didnt win the bid (we put 15k above asking). What a crazy time. Great inspection!
Oh wow!
Bad ass hair
We agree.
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I love homes and using my flashlight this sounds like a dream job and I would love to get started immediately
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Wow! This guy, no house on planet earth would pass. Next video tell everyone that they need 4 million dollars to repair everything you made a comment about. And next video inspect your own home and let me know if it would pass, lol. I seriously doubt it.
Thanks for watching, Mark.
You're not kidding Mark,my house is 20 years old and I could pick it apart, there is inspectors around here that kill a lot of deals. I'm sellingy home as it is right now not what it might need in 5- 10 years.
This was very informative. Clearly, Jim is extremely good at his job, very knowledgeable, and conducts himself incredibly professionally. A question though... I didn't see any use of a moisture meter, thermal imager, radon gas meter, or black light. Aren't any of these tools commonly used in home inspections?
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching. I teach free online classes for inspectors at www.nachi.org/webinars. Free, online, and open to everyone.
It seems like a easy career, attention to detail is the most important aspect of the job. The money is fantastic. This could definitely be something to look into in the near future.
Couldn't agree more!
Just bought my first house with my fiancé. Inspection next week. This has taught me so much
Thanks for watching. Best wishes.
Please tell me a rough estimate of what i can expect to pay on a inspection this thorough. Thank you
Depends on location. Average in the United States is $350 to $450.
Very insightful. The pro tips are priceless. Much appreciated!!
Glad it was helpful!
Great job very thorough;Just got my inspection done by a Mike HOME inspections. ,, he’s was unbelievably got lucky 🍀 Wish me luck 😀
Thanks, you too!
Very in-depth walk through Jim! Very helpful to new inspectors. We'll be referring new Spectora users to this!
Thanks, Spectora!
Very useful. I just bought my first house and getting an inpection done on it Wednesday before i finalize the purchase. I did not know exactly what is done but i know it is good,lol. Now i know what i am paying the inspector for and now know what type of information i will receive also will know how much money i will have to through in for any repairs. Minor wear and tear, door lock change and things like that is expected but good to find out if i would have to spend like 10k on just one repair job will not be good to find out later.
Great to hear. To find a certified home inspector in your area, visit www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors
Buying my first house this year. Going to look at one today, got a good idea from this video of what to look for right away and what the inspector should look for.
Nice.
He has to be one of the top inspector I watched the video from strat to finish
Glad you enjoyed watching the video.
Excellent video. Suggestion: tying a length of rope to the ladder and attach the other end to a vent pipe, a gutter support or anything on the roof. Since I am on the roof by myself if the ladder were to fall I would be able to put it back in place using the rope.
Glad it was helpful! We appreciate it.