[PDF] Principles Of Home Inspection Chimneys Wood Heating eBook

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 45,97 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793179497

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Virtually every home heating system requires a chimney or vent, making this an important topic for both home inspectors and homeowners. The text explores the efficiency and life expectancy of various types of chimney and wood heating methods. Components and potential problems of wood furnaces are discussed for regions of the country where this heating method is common. Wood stoves and wood fireplaces, popular throughout North America, are also covered.

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 950 pages
File Size : 18,21 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793179350

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This introductory overview of the major home systems gives students a solid foundation for beginning a career in home inspection. This comprehensive text gets students out into the field quickly while serving as a springboard for the 13 advanced electives in the Principles line. Systems & Standards focuses on system and component problems, their practical implications, and inspections strategies for finding them. No other single volume offers both the breadth and depth of this introduction.

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 10,50 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : 9780793179503

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The majority of roof leaks are flashing related, so this critical topic is covered in-depth, including valley, chimney, pipe, sidewall, hip and ridge, skylight, drip edge and dormer flashings. For inspectors in cool climates, the important topic of ice damming is also covered.

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Page : 1086 pages
File Size : 41,8 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Building inspectors
ISBN : 9781475429060

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"...offers a basement-to-chimney guide to the modern inspection profession. For every major house system, this book explains the component problems, their practical implications, and the inspection strategies for finding them...include[s] hundreds of detailed technical illustrations...ideal text for both aspiring and veteran home inspectors."--back cover.

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 25,46 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793179558

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Steam, electric and wall/floor heating methods are often neglected in other texts because they are not as widely used as other methods. For home inspectors who expect to see them in their practice, this book offers a solid introduction to the materials, components, operating principles, and safety controls of these heating methods.

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Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 47,71 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793179510

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The inspection of insulation and ventilation systems is particularly challenging because so little of the systems can be seen. This text discusses how insulation, air/vapor barriers and ventilations systems work to keep houses comfortable and structurally sound. Basics of heat transfer and vapor movement are covered first to lay the groundwork for discussion of insulation and ventilation materials, systems, and applications. Thorough treatment of venting living spaces is provided, including balanced ventilation systmes and heat recovery ventilators (HRV's).

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,69 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793179541

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This comprehensive text is designed both for beginners who need an in-depth introduction to hot water boiler inspection and more advanced practitioners looking to deepen their understanding. Along with boiler components and conditions, the book covers advantages and disadvantages of hot water heating, differences between boilers and furnaces, efficiency, sequence of operation and life expectancy.

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 26,48 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Air conditioning
ISBN : 9780793179343

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This comprehensive book is designed to provide you with knowledge and skills you need to inspect air conditioning systems and heat pumps like an experienced, professional home inspector.

Author : Carson Dunlop
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 27,73 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : 9780793179329

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Only half of a home inspector's challenge is technical-- the other half is effective communication with clients. This text is designed both for beginners who need an in- depth introduction and more advanced practitioners looking for tips, sample dialogue and documents, and an understanding of the scope and ethical aspects of a home inspection. The text includes "Inspection Checklists that summarize the important components and problems home inspectors will encounter, and can be used for actual inspections.