Episode 797: Certified Pro

In this free InterNACHI® webinar with Certified Professional Inspector Dirk Houglum, along with Ken Perkins, Jim Peterson, and Joe Agate, for an in-depth look at international inspection standards. Explore key differences in procedures, regulatory bodies, and reporting styles between the US and UK. Learn how global insights can enhance your professional credibility, refine your inspection approach, and grow your business in the US market.

Join CPI® Walid Zaher and special guest CMI® Dirk Houglum for a deep dive into the construction gap between the Gulf Region and North America. Explore the shift from reinforced concrete to wood framing, district cooling, and waterproofing. Learn to spot critical defects like cracks and leaks across diverse architectural landscapes. Essential listening for any inspector!

Busy home inspectors don’t have time to post every day—but they still need results. Listen in on Ben & Anna Gromicko's webinar on how to delegate your social media without losing control, create consistent content with minimal effort, and track exactly what’s working. Learn how to build a time-saving marketing system, measure real ROI, and make sure every post supports your inspection business instead of stealing hours from it.

Ready to grow your business beyond just a website? In this free InterNACHI® webinar, "Analog Marketing in a Digital World," hosted by Derik R. Pomaville, we’ll dive into how you can blend digital tools like SEO and reviews with old-school, face-to-face relationship building. You’ll master the "Big Three" in-person strategies—office visits, open houses, and events—to turn real estate agents into long-term referral partners. It’s all about building trust that drives actual bookings.

Step inside a real home inspection with Certified Professional Inspector, CPI® Julie Erck as she walks you through the process from start to finish—following the InterNACHI® Standards of Practice (SOP) every step of the way. In this webinar, Julie explains what inspectors are required to inspect, how the SOP guides decision-making in the field, and what clients can expect during a professional home inspection.After the walkthrough, Julie answers audience questions, providing expert clarification and real-world advice you can apply immediately. Whether you’re part of the inspection industry or simply want a clearer understanding of how a professional inspection works, this episode delivers valuable, standards-based knowledge you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, Certified Professional Inspector® Shawn Williams explains how he performs a home inspection following InterNACHI® Standards of Practice. He covers key safety concerns, common defects, and best practices, plus advanced tools like thermal imaging and radon checks. Watch the full video now,  available on YouTube.

Listen to InterNACHI's Ben Gromicko's webinar on becoming a successful home inspector in Florida.  We'll discuss training, certification, licensure, getting experience, inspection tools, profitable fees, websites, software, time management, branding, marketing, growth, making more money, business strategies, and much more!

In this episode, InterNACHI® welcomes CPIs® Matt Brading and Trey Hill for a discussion based on their webinar, “That’s Right! It’s Supposed to Do That!” Together, they break down practical social media strategies specifically for home inspectors. The conversation covers how to create engaging content, avoid common social media mistakes, and turn followers into real clients. You’ll also learn how to build a stronger brand, simplify your message, and gain confidence in creating content that actually works.

Listen what I say. I’m InterNACHI-made. Top of the chain. Master of the trade. Certified pro. I make the grade. Never back down. I’m never afraid. I’m the housing physician. Checking every division. Excellence is the mission. That’s my single vision. Excellence is our mission.

In this free online webinar, InterNACHI's Ben Gromicko and Inspector Website Builder discuss social media marketing for home inspectors.