Being a 46-year-old plumbing apprentice who just got off of worker's comp, finding a job is extremely tough for me. Being an apprentice at 46 already made it tough, but now that I also had a injury claim, yeah nobody will even give me the time of day and if they do, they clam up after the interview. Id considered starting a drain cleaning & minor plumbing business and also doing home inspections. Thank you for your info and insights. I am in a regulated state but ICA has a state approved course but its like 350 miles away lol. Will talk to ICA to see what options they might have. Im surprised they dont offer in-person courses on both sides of the state
@HighMarshalBiggusDickus9 ай бұрын
This was fantastic. To the point, named all of the resources necessary to begin research. Just awesome!
@cassiehanson57163 жыл бұрын
I want to say thank you for your tiktoks and this KZfaq video. I’ve been on the fence about getting into home inspection for years and I finally today said “f it” and signed up with your link. Here’s hoping I can do even half as well as you, keep making the awesome content!
@bestbelieviet2 жыл бұрын
How’s it going Cassie did you finish certification / school ?
@cassiehanson57162 жыл бұрын
@@bestbelieviet I’m still chugging along, trying to do it as well as working full time. But it’s going great so far! Thank you for checking in ☺️
@vanninany2 жыл бұрын
@@cassiehanson5716 Hi Cassie how is it going do you feel like it helped you? or that it was at least worth it?
@MarcThaShark192 жыл бұрын
@@cassiehanson5716 Hey, I'm looking to sign up too and have been considering it for awhile. Do you think it's worth it?
@northeasternguy10102 жыл бұрын
How you holding up? Did you make it Cassie? Thinking about doing this myself.
@vonkanon30912 жыл бұрын
I enrolled in AHIT's training course. I really liked it, but for those that want to do the online courses, I still recommend the in-person class simply for the walk-through training that you get. The National Exam is passable simply through the process of solid studying. I watched the entire online course then went back through the areas that I struggled in most. I also bought AHITs practice exam training. I was told I should be passing their test exam by 90% or better to ensure I pass the national. I got up to averaging 95% and then took the national. I passed the first time through, but it wasn't a gimme even at that. One thing most suffer from when taking the exam is anxiety. To get past this, go through the questions, mark the ones you have doubts about and keep it moving along cause the clock is ticking. You have 4 hours to complete it. So once you get through the exam, DO NOT STOP THERE! Go back through and review the questions on the test that you had the most trouble with. Chances are you didn't read the question properly which made the answers unclear. In some cases some questions will literally be the answer to another question so keep that in mind. You can pass the national exam, but just give yourself the dedicated study time. Good Luck!
@freddyholmes81942 жыл бұрын
Just go with ICA, they include Exam Prep free if you need it. 700 questions free that come with the lifetime access to the online course and report software. I almost went with ahit and realized they nickel and dime you for everything. My dad has been a contractor for 35 years and the salesmen at ahit was rude. I'm glad we went with ICA. The software is free forever too and works on my phone with zero internet connection required.
@victorwang62362 жыл бұрын
I agree with Freddy on this one. We did ICA training online and all the free exam prep. Our office of real estate pro team all passed on the first try. ICA made it a breeze
@edmundhammond58133 жыл бұрын
you mean to tell me you’re not JJ watt
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to disappoint lol
@kelvinadams48772 жыл бұрын
Oh my god thought same thing 🤣
@christopherstansberry15842 жыл бұрын
Ha!
@willyfischer5072 Жыл бұрын
AJ Watt
@SprouseyTheHandyMan Жыл бұрын
Lmao
@MrHartApart Жыл бұрын
Just got my trainee appraiser's license here in CA and we are slow as can be - Thinking about doing home inspection as a "side" gig since I do have a background in construction. I climb all over my own house for holidays so, physical, I'm good.
@fucxcn Жыл бұрын
Straight to the point!!! Love it
@MelissaFortune3 жыл бұрын
Considering adding this skill. Thank you so much! Very comprehensive vid.
@EytsirhcChristye2 жыл бұрын
I’m moving into an antique house and I was vacuuming before moving in my stuff and discovered they put fake outlets on the walls. It’s concrete and the prongs don’t go into the holes at all.
@praise_lord_jesus_christ Жыл бұрын
wow, that is so mean they did that to you.
@alfredc.77773 жыл бұрын
Hi! Interested in more videos from you! You seem very like a very laidback guy who enjoys home inspection. Once I finish my home inspection course from ICA, I wonder what would be the odds if you were the man who would train me 😇
@unds852 жыл бұрын
Alfred, I just graduated from ICA last week.... How is your inspection career going?
@SPCBOE3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. Very, very informative.
@lucybarker59623 жыл бұрын
Dude you’re like soo fricking cool keep up the good content
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
Aww thanks!
@tuvoca8253 жыл бұрын
Great job. You seem like a go getter.
@user-ajp-4891 Жыл бұрын
Just found you on Instagram and I’m so glad you have a YT channel!
@yusefameen53083 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'd like to know, does becoming an inspector make it easier to become an appraiser?
@gunther16_533 жыл бұрын
hey i watch this guy in tiktok
@gagebrown2101 Жыл бұрын
Would you consider yourself qualified to start your own independent firm after passing the ICA course and national exam? Or does one need to work for another company first before going off on their own?
@andrewmobley80033 жыл бұрын
Question. Say one fails the NHIE, how much is it to take again? That $695 price tag is hefty to begin with. However, severely interested in this profession
@quecreations32442 жыл бұрын
Doesn't seem too hefty. Treated like a college course.
@MichaelJordan-vk4vt Жыл бұрын
It costs 225 every time you take the exam.
@cringebleach9053 жыл бұрын
It says in the requirements for the state of Alabama that I need to participate in 30 home inspections before i’m allowed to get a license. How would I find a home inspector willing to help me become their competitor?
@chris.54343 жыл бұрын
Out of area. You drive to them.
@jteufel07 Жыл бұрын
Hi, great video! Super helpful! My son is only 19 and looking into trades to go into and seems interested in home inspection. In your opinion do you think that is too young? Think anyone would hire him? Thanks for your help.
@chriswalker1433 жыл бұрын
So you could work for your self and make ur own business or work for a company? How much can you make for working for a company?
@JohngeeDoyle3 жыл бұрын
How difficult is it to get a job inspecting after you have done the course?
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
I had my first job a couple days after I got licensed
@adventures2232 жыл бұрын
@@InspectorAJ I was wondering where to you apply for a job as a home inspector i dont want to be a independent contractor i want to work for a company good video and great info
@superdome8102 Жыл бұрын
How is the pay working for a company? Rough estimate on first year?
@Lip3652 жыл бұрын
TJ Watt 😭😂😂
@Cuetip-_- Жыл бұрын
so cool
@emersonirias74393 жыл бұрын
That’s good info, where’s the rest?
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
I'm actually going to be posting a ton of content on here as well as Patreon. I just decided that I'm ready to have more of a social media presence
@nicoler29413 жыл бұрын
My cousin is a realtor and I'm wanting to get into the business as a home inspector. Is it conflict of interest for us to work together?
@mackenzierichards33802 жыл бұрын
As far as I’ve seen that would be great for you as she could advertise you to her clients
@Modern_RZR2 жыл бұрын
Every Realtor Must adhere to “Fiduciary Duty” If your cousin was giving you a referral bonus for every client then I think it would violate “Fiduciary Duty”
@NW-pt8zz2 жыл бұрын
@@Modern_RZR sshh
@brineshaross54892 жыл бұрын
It’s always a conflict of interest mixing family with business… it’ll really test the waters of y’all relationship
@nightfangs29102 жыл бұрын
How much does it cost weekly for both liability insurance coverage? Because if it costs you a lot compared to money you make, it becomes kind of a non starter
@praise_lord_jesus_christ Жыл бұрын
if you do a search on the internet for liability insurance for home inspector for your state that might help answer your question
@TwoHams2 жыл бұрын
You said you should walk on the roof, would using a drone be an acceptable substitution?
@praise_lord_jesus_christ Жыл бұрын
he said if the roof is dangerous, don't walk on the roof.. I was wondering about a drone too.. thing is a camera does not see what the human eye sees yet we have to make do with what we have
@hussamalhasson59102 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Do you need hands on experience or shadow somebody before you start your own task?
@jaylenlenear39442 жыл бұрын
I heard it's possible to only work weekends but make enough in that weekend to do that. Is that common ?
@jump7holes3 жыл бұрын
Do multi-inspection firms pay hourly, or off a percentage? Or maybe even both.(?)
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
The majority I’ve seen pay by the hour. Some pay on a 70/30 split. It’s kinda half and half
@harrykaincles3 жыл бұрын
Should I add the live webinar in the package or is there no need for it?
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t. I don’t think it would hurt, but I did just fine without it
@harrykaincles3 жыл бұрын
@@InspectorAJ I for got the name of the course you took? Can you please tell me again.
@jason707810 ай бұрын
Is live training required for some states or can i just do the Online Coursework? I'm located in WV.
@byronjones82463 жыл бұрын
This guy looks like JJ watt..
@connorjackson39573 жыл бұрын
How many weeks would it take to complete an 80 hour course?
@akivatalansky Жыл бұрын
How much does the liability insurance cost?
@brvtonwillson656 Жыл бұрын
AJ WATT
@homeinspectorseo10 ай бұрын
Exactly! 😂
@whatshisface1390 Жыл бұрын
I live in north Ga, do I need to get a license to start my own home inspection llc?
@patrickhabas34122 жыл бұрын
I’m looking at going to this school. I have a full time job now but I’m thinking about doing home inspections in the evening and on weekends. Do you think I would have good luck doing this?
@whatshisface1390 Жыл бұрын
I wanna become a home inspector in GA, what’s my first step?
@Therealhomeinspectionauthority2 жыл бұрын
I heard that you can become a internachi home inspector in 24hrs if you have 500.00, is this true?
@jasoncyphers4265 Жыл бұрын
Are you located in Texas?
@azizaiwais5922 жыл бұрын
What’s the referral code? Ty!
@kalyahwalker13322 жыл бұрын
505,000 general and pro What does that mean 😢
@cyllakjaw3 жыл бұрын
Were you the first result for this search because of the title of your video or because KZfaq is tracking my TikTok account? Thanks for making this video.
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
lol nice
@Zulfeyy3 жыл бұрын
do i need a high school diploma or ged to become a home inspector ?
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
I think it depends on the state, but I'm pretty sure the minimum is a GED
@SwaggaPhresh51503 жыл бұрын
How much do you pay for insurance monthly
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
I pay about $1,700 annually
@mokamsn23253 жыл бұрын
Does criminal history affect you getting licensed? I’m in the state of Georgia. Had a misdemeanour open container 4 years ago. Does this affect licensing?
@1hitaquita6153 жыл бұрын
Georgia doesn't require a license'
@mokamsn23253 жыл бұрын
@@1hitaquita615 I know it’s not mandatory but you still need some type of certifications to hit the ground running so I still intend on getting certified. Is why I asked
@1hitaquita6153 жыл бұрын
@@mokamsn2325 Criminal record doesn't affect your ability to get certified.
@davidduffield1713 Жыл бұрын
@@1hitaquita615 you need to get fingerprinted right?
@travish93343 жыл бұрын
What is the name of your inspection company?
@dominicsalcido72133 жыл бұрын
Do you use the report software provided by ICA?
@InspectorAJ3 жыл бұрын
Hi there! No I don’t. I use Spectora. It’s an amazing software that handles pre inspection agreements, scheduling, invoicing, and reporting.
@JM-md4ri2 жыл бұрын
Inspector AJ? AJ Watt ??
@davidedgren83063 жыл бұрын
1st rule is that you need a wife or partner with a good job.