Home inspectors.

[Philip-TX]

So where do I find all this magical info???

x2 - Shake n Bake, I got licensed when the market tanked. Kept it for I think 3yrs and let it go. I just couldn't get past the hobnobbing with the blue-haired RE Agents, to make it work. then they made the INS requirement (expense)

There are Real Estate schools (google it) that give classes then you take the (TREC) Texas Real Estate Commission test at a testing center. Most folks with "common sense" can pass it first time. But common sense isn't that common anymore I guess. There were only 2 of 12+/- in my class to pass it 1st time. You can take the test several times. I think it was 3x (when I did it) but that may have changed. The classes are test prep type classes, some do hands on and go out on inspections. There is an SOP Standards that inspector must follow, what the must inspect, and how they must present the info in reports,

More Info here:
https://www.trec.state.tx.us/
Tabs at the top......second from the right

Qualifying Inspector Education Providers and Courses

I get a kick out of how much weight folks put in these reports, after doing it.
It is all pretty general, CYA recommendations i.e "have a licensed HVAC/Plumber/etc come look at it" if you think something looks wrong. Reports are fill in the blanks with "...operates as it should", ".... is deficient".


Lot of software out there now that you just fill in the blank and insert pics for the reports.

Good luck if you decide to do it.
(I wouldn't do it again) Never made enough to pay for the schooling.

[topduarte]

I do not think you have to be licensed.

[Philip-TX]

I do not think you have to be licensed.

TREC runs the show...

SUBCHAPTER C. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Sec. 1102.101. APPRENTICE INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIRED. A person may not act or attempt to act as an apprentice inspector in this state for a buyer or seller of real property unless the person:

(1) holds an apprentice inspector license under this chapter; and

(2) is under the direct supervision of a real estate inspector or professional inspector.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 2, eff. June 1, 2003.


Sec. 1102.102. REAL ESTATE INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIRED. A person may not act or attempt to act as a real estate inspector in this state for a buyer or seller of real property unless the person:

(1) holds a real estate inspector license under this chapter; and

(2) is under the indirect supervision of a professional inspector.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 2, eff. June 1, 2003.


Sec. 1102.103. PROFESSIONAL INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIRED. A person may not act as a professional inspector in this state for a buyer or seller of real property unless the person holds a professional inspector license under this chapter.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 2, eff. June 1, 2003.

[Shake N' Bake]

x2 - Shake n Bake, I got licensed when the market tanked. Kept it for I think 3yrs and let it go. I just couldn't get past the hobnobbing with the blue-haired RE Agents, to make it work. then they made the INS requirement (expense)

There are Real Estate schools (google it) that give classes then you take the (TREC) Texas Real Estate Commission test at a testing center. Most folks with "common sense" can pass it first time. But common sense isn't that common anymore I guess. There were only 2 of 12+/- in my class to pass it 1st time. You can take the test several times. I think it was 3x (when I did it) but that may have changed. The classes are test prep type classes, some do hands on and go out on inspections. There is an SOP Standards that inspector must follow, what the must inspect, and how they must present the info in reports,

More Info here:

https://www.trec.state.tx.us/

Tabs at the top......second from the right

Qualifying Inspector Education Providers and Courses

I get a kick out of how much weight folks put in these reports, after doing it.
It is all pretty general, CYA recommendations i.e "have a licensed HVAC/Plumber/etc come look at it" if you think something looks wrong. Reports are fill in the blanks with "...operates as it should", ".... is deficient".


Lot of software out there now that you just fill in the blank and insert pics for the reports.

Good luck if you decide to do it.
(I wouldn't do it again) Never made enough to pay for the schooling.

I agree I wouldn't do it again and I also never made enough back to cover the classes and start up costs.

[Tshelly]

So on the guys not doing it anymore where was the problem or disconnect? With the realtors??

I've been running through the course books and doing some research on my own. It seems like there is a fine line that will have to walk in covering your butt and being efficient but also not being over the top nit picky with every single detail.

I own a Crossfit gym and have the free time. I'm hoping to establish a long lasting side business. I do have the advantage of having 15-20 realtors already in our 3 Crossfit gyms in Huntsville, Willis and Conroe as well as some friends. I'm hoping to cast a broad net with my interaction with realtors.

I'm interested in any information that people want to share on it. It won't deter me either way.


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[TallTexan]

I always thought it would be like what has been mentioned above. Some realtors would want you to let things slide, so they won't loose a sale.

[jrfan]

I never walk a fine line. If there is a problem I report the problem. If the realtor has an issue with it that's too bad. My obligation is to my client, not the realtor trying to make a sale. Most realtors want you to write an honest report to cover their butts too. The realtor is usually the first person called when there is a problem.

[Tshelly]

I never walk a fine line. If there is a problem I report the problem. If the realtor has an issue with it that's too bad. My obligation is to my client, not the realtor trying to make a sale. Most realtors want you to write an honest report to cover their butts too. The realtor is usually the first person called when there is a problem.

That makes complete sense. Thanks for the input.


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[Hawkpuppy 1]

So are any of you guys actually inspectors? This is something I really think I want to get into, but would like to talk to someone who actually does it to recommend the best way to get licensed. Based on what I've seen so far, it looks like you have to apprentice for a while under a licensed inspector before being able to work on your own?

[Tshelly]

So are any of you guys actually inspectors? This is something I really think I want to get into, but would like to talk to someone who actually does it to recommend the best way to get licensed. Based on what I've seen so far, it looks like you have to apprentice for a while under a licensed inspector before being able to work on your own?

I'm taking a 13 day prep course from American Home Inspection Training. It's eight 12 hour days in the classroom then 5 days of inspections where we will actually run through 8 houses on our own and do reports on. I start on Monday


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[Hawkpuppy 1]

Are there classes available in San Antonio that you know of? Who is doing your teaching stuff?

[Tshelly]

Are there classes available in San Antonio that you know of? Who is doing your teaching stuff?

AHIT website. A guy posted training courses a few posts back with all kinds of good info


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[cwittttt]

Are there classes available in San Antonio that you know of? Who is doing your teaching stuff?

Sent you a pm.

[Razorback01]

Tshelly, status of the class, Inspector Tshelly now?

[Tshelly]

Tshelly, status of the class, Inspector Tshelly now?

I did pass my certification test. In the 40 hours of field time this week! I love it. Can't wait to get through and study for a few weeks then get my national and Texas test out of the way. I have learned a TOn


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