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The National
Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI), is an elite
non-profit inspection association. Home buying clients
enjoy the HI Experience™ only NACHI Certified Inspectors can
provide. These master inspectors have all successfully passed
NACHI's Inspector Examination, adhere to Standards of
Practice, abide by a Code of Ethics, attend required
continuing education courses, and are NACHI Certified.
In addition to being a member, Paul Hinsperger of Hinsperger
Inspection Services also actively serves on the Awards and
Education Committees.
National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
1220 Valley Forge Road Building #47, P.O. Box 987 Valley Forge, PA
19482-0987
tel (610) 933-4241 fax(650) 429-2057 http://www.nachi.org
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The OBOA course deals
with basic part 9 house structural requirements and
inspections, including the study of the building envelope. It
includes an introduction to the Ontario Building Code,
difficulties confronting building inspectors; reading plans;
the building permit application; site plans; footings;
foundation wall; concrete slabs on ground; roof and ceiling
construction; floor construction; wall construction; and brick
veneer and structural components. It also deals with plan
examination and inspection of the health and safety-related
aspects of the house; fire safety and protection; chimneys;
fireplaces; inserts and solid-fuel burning appliances; stairs;
guards; insulation; health and comfort requirements; party
walls; final interior inspections; and final exterior
inspections.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing BUILDING CODE COMMISSION
2nd Flr 777 Bay St Toronto ON M5G 2E5
tel: 416-585-4243 fax: 416-585-7531 http://www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca
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Wood Energy
Technology Transfer Inc. (WETT Inc.) is a non-profit training
and education association managed by a volunteer Board of
Directors elected by holders of valid WETT certificates.
Through its administrative designate, WETT Inc. functions as
the national registrar of the WETT program. Through
professional training and public education, WETT Inc. promotes
the safe and effective use of wood burning systems in Canada.
In carrying out its mandate to promote increased safety and
effectiveness, WETT Inc. maintains the Wood Energy Technical
Training program (WETT)
WETT Inc.
365 Bloor Street East, Suite 1807
Toronto, ON M4W 3L4
Tel: 416-968-7718, 1-888-358-9388
Fax: 416-968-6818,
http://www.wettinc.ca
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The Home Inspection Consumer Action
Group was formed in order to protect the consumer's investment
by legislating fair home inspection licensing laws. HICAG is a
consumer-oriented group with free membership to all. It is
very important to keep up with states laws and regulations in
order to make informed decisions about your investment
http://www.consumerprotection.ws
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Carson, Dunlop &
Associates Ltd. is a consulting engineering firm which has
been devoted exclusively to building inspections since 1978.
The technical staff consists solely of consulting engineers,
professional engineers and graduate engineers from Civil and
Mechanical disciplines. The engineers have all been through an
intensive four month in-house training program, and
participate in various continuing education programs
Carson, Dunlop & Associates Ltd.
120 Carlton Street Suite 407 Toronto, Ontario M5A 4K2
Phone 1-800-268-7070 Fax: (416) 964-0683 http://www.carsondunlop.com
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This OAHI course
covers the general design and operation of gas, oil and
electric heating systems. Upon successful completion students
will demonstrate familiarity with applicable codes and acts
governing the installation of heating equipment and be able to
communicate their findings to a property client or technically
to a heating technician, fuel supplier or official having
jurisdiction.
Georgian College
One Georgian Drive, Barrie, ON L4M 3X9
Phone (705)728-1968 Fax (705)722-5123 http://www.georgianc.on.ca
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Wood University is a
training program developed and presented by the APA. The APA -
The Engineered Wood Association, is a non-profit trade
association with 70 years of experience, is the authoritative
source for information on structural wood products and their
related construction applications.
APA - The Engineered Wood Association
7011 So. 19th, Tacoma, WA 98466
Phone (253) 565-6600 Fax: (253) 565-7265 http://www.apawood.org
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The Defect Recognition Course is
unique in North America. The focus of this course is analysis
and recommendations. Course content includes Legal
Responsibilities of the Home Inspector, Building Safety
Issues, Building Envelope, Roofing, Basement Water
Infiltration, Electrical Defects, Heating, Cooling and
Ventilation System Defects, Plumbing, Structures and
Structural Defects, Environmental Issues, Report Writing. The
goal is understanding the significance of various situations,
the responsibilities of the home inspector, and communicating
appropriate recommendations. The situations described will be
actual cases, including errors by home inspectors. The
responsibilities of the inspector and specific concerns in
Ontario will be stressed. OBJECTIVES: To understand the
methodology and limitations of an OAHI Standard inspection and
the expectations of the home inspector. To develop effective
verbal and written communication skills. To understand the
relative importance and prioritization of defects. To
understand the importance of referring specialized evaluation
when conditions are beyond the scope of the home inspector.
OAHI
Box 38108 Castlewood R.P.O. - Toronto
Ontario - M5N 3A8 - Phone :416-256-0960 http://www.oahi.com
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The aim of the course is to provide information that would be a guide to creating colored concrete projects. It covers the chemical and physical properties of the pigments, as well as the techniques for the safe, and successful application and finishing of color concrete products. Focus in on identifing the different types of pigments used to add decorative concrete color enhancements to a project and the proper precautions for ensuring consistent concrete color throughout a mix as well as the proper installation and finishing procedures for a consistent concrete color installation.
Solomon Colors
4050 Color Plant Rd P O Box 8288 Springfield, IL 62791
217-522-3112 www.solomoncolors.com
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This course deals with Architectural Expansion Joint Systems and the way they allow buildings to move without causing damage or becoming unsafe to occupants. Content includes defining and explaining the function and purpose of Building Expansion Joints. Identifing important characteristics of Building Expansion Joints and the purposes of Expansion Joint Systems. Describing how Expansion Joint Systems work and Determining Expansion Joint System requirements.
Balco, Inc.
2626 S Sheridan PO Box 17249 Wichita, KS 67217-0249
316-945-9328 http://www.balcousa.com
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This course provides information about preventing mold on tile installations. Begining by describing mold, its habitat, and the conditions that are conducive to mold growth. Then introduce antimicrobial products as the way to inhibit mold growth on tile installations. Identify and describe the ways in which mold effects health. Discussion as to the conditions that lead to mold in buildings and the ways to prevent mold. Describe the effects of mold on tile installations.
Laticrete International
Bethany, CT
203-393-0010 http://www.laticrete.com
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There are many challenges to making new and existing buildings accessible to persons with disabilities. Wheelchair lifts and elevators can be used to overcome this challenge. This course discusses the standards for the design and installation of these devices as outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). The focus is on a review of the standards used in the design, manufacturing and installation of wheelchair lifts and elevators along with discussion about the accessibility requirements as outlined in the American Disability Act Accessibility Guidelines.
Access Industries
4001 East 138th St.Grandview, MO 64030-2837
816-767-5472 http://www.tkaccess.com
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Focus is on ways to design effective waterproofing and gas barrier systems for the below grade portion of a building.A review the different types of below grade structures and their structural components and discussion reasons why it is better to use waterproofing rather than dampproofing to minimize infiltration of exterior sources of below grade moisture.
Epro Services, Inc
1328 E Kellogg Dr Wichita, KS 67211
800-882-1896 http://www.eproserv.com
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To become certified, EnerGuide for Houses advisors are required to complete training in a number of fields related to residential energy efficiency and to conduct several home evaluations under the guidance of an instructor. Advisors must undertake annual recertification to ensure their continuing skills development.
Our advisors undergo an initial intensive five-day EnerGuide for Houses training workshop which builds on the pre-requisite skills of the participants, but that is only the starting point. Even candidates with the appropriate background require a great deal of additional one-on-one training to learn all the nuances of the House-as-a-System approach and the variety of different housing types we consult on every day.
The candidate has acquired the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform accurate blower door and depressurization tests, use the software to model the home’s heat loss and energy use and analyze the software results to produce an accurate report including our premium comprehensive section on recommendations will they be recommended for certification. Candidates must also be able to identify any potential health or safety issues which could result from their recommendations.
NRCan authorizes the certification of the candidate permitting the Advisor to independently perform EnerGuide for Houses
evaluations.
RETRO
500
Alden Rd. Suite 214 Markham, ON, L3R 5H5
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IPEX designs and
manufactures one of the world’s largest and most diverse
lines of integrated thermoplastic piping systems—pipe,
valves, fittings, auxiliary components and tools—all
engineered from the ground up to handle the full range of
today’s municipal, industrial, commercial and residential
applications.
IPEX
50 Valleybrook Drive Don Mills, Ontario M3B 2S9
Tel. (416) 445-3400 Fax (416) 445-4461 http://www.ipexinc.com
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Course focuses on Electron
Theory; Conductors, Insulators, Semiconductors; Electric
Charges; Current; Voltage; Resistance; Ohm's Law; Power;
Magnetism; Introduction to AC; AC Generators; Frequency;
Inductance; Capacitance; Inductive and Capacitive Reactance;
Power and Power Factor; Transformers. Residential
Distribution; Load Centers; Overcurrent Protective Devices;
Load Center Construction; Types of Load Centers; Individual
Overcurrent Protection; Service Entrance/Equipment Load
Centers; Load Center Grounding; Load Center Ratings; Sizing
The Load Center; Determining The Number Of Circuits; Ground
Fault Protection; Surge Protection; Siemens Small EQr Load
Centers; Siemens Medium EQr Load Centers; Siemens Large EQr
Load Centers; Meter Combinations
Siemens
3333 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005
800-964-4114 http://automation.usa.siemens.com/index.html
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CertainTeed Corporation is a
leading North American manufacturer of building materials
including roofing, siding, insulation, windows and patio
doors, fence, decking, railing, foundations and pipe
CertainTeed Corporation
P.O. Box 860, 750 East Swedesford Road, Valley Forge, PA 19482 USA
Phone: (610) 341-7000 Fax: (610) 341-7777
http://www.certainteed.com
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