Introduction
Welcome to Wiley’s Graphic Standards Field Guides!
We know that when you’re on a job site or in a meeting, questions come up.Even the most seasoned professionals may wish they could look up that one piece of information that is just outside their instant recall or just beyond their current experience.
There is a real need to make immediate on-site decisions—to access information on the spot,no matter where you are. Graphic Standards Field Guide to Home Inspections is designed to be a quick and portable reference for busy professionals like you.It focuses on just the information you need away from the design desk, wherever you are.
Who This Book Is For
We have tried to give you a good mix of required information,easy onsite reference, and some common sense and direction, both for the new inspector and for those with years of experience under their belts. If you’re actively inspecting homes, you will find much of this information helpful, and perhaps it will steer you to a better understanding of some inspection topics.We hope it will allow you to find new ways to deal with this ever-expanding business, which entails both knowledge of construction and solid detective work.If you are interested in becoming a higher-functioning inspector,and looking to increase your inspection and environmental menu of services, this book is for you.This book contains the critical core information you’ll need when working away from the office. It’s like having the jobsite knowledge of your firm’s most experienced professional in your pocket. In addition, it has some tips and common-sense ideas from the author’s years of experience.
How This Book Is Organized
The content of this book is organized according to a logical path that a home inspector might follow taking into account state requirements and the standards of practice of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI®) standards of practice.Each chapter covers a specific component of a residential building, and includes topics appropriate
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