Emergency Preparedness: How Home Inspectors Can Help Their Clients by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kate Tarasenko    Whether you're facing...

Electrical Terms by Nick Gromicko, CMI®    Inspectors should understand electrical concepts in order to perform competent electrical...

Inspecting a Deck, Illustrated By Nick Gromicko, CMI®, Founder, International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) More...

Construction Methods and Materials for Noise Control by Nick Gromicko, CMI®    In any heavily populated area, there is enough activity...

Carpet Beetles by Nick Gromicko, CMI®   Carpet beetles are household pests capable of destroying various household items. Inspection and...

Biological Pollutants in the Home Outdoor air pollution in cities is a major health problem. Much effort and money continue to be spent...

Backdrafting by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard   Backdrafting is the reverse flow of gas in the flues of fuel-fired appliances...

Barbeque Safety by Nick Gromicko, CMI® With barbecue season already here, homeowners should heed the following safety precautions in...

Backflow Prevention by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard Backflow is the reversal of the normal and intended direction of water...

Garage Doors and Openers by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard    Garage doors are large, spring-supported doors. Garage door openers...

Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard   Geothermal systems are home heating and cooling...

Ghosting by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard   Ghosting is a term that refers to discoloration that appears on surfaces in a home....

Residential Foundation Insulation Homes being constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago,...

For Homeowners and Inspectors: Re-Entering a Flooded Home by Nick Gromicko, CMI®, Katie McBride, and Kate Tarasenko Because natural...

For Home Inspectors and Homeowners: What to Do After Disaster Strikes by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Katie McBride   Many homeowners face...

Fire Safety for the Home by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kate Tarasenko   The U.S. Fire Administration reports that more than 403,000 home...

Estimating the Lifespan of a Water Heater by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Barry Fowler   While the typical water heater has a lifespan of...

Cause of Deaths in the U.S. Home inspectors are often asked by their clients if they should have their home tested for radon. Real-world...