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House Inspector Course

What will I learn?

This 'How to Check Houses' Course will make you a proper expert. It's made for people who already know about building and construction, so they can learn more skills. You'll learn about important things like how to keep houses cool and save energy, how to check for safety, and how to check the roof properly. You'll also learn how to make sure the house is strong, how the pipes are working well, and if the electricity is safe. You'll learn how to find dangerous things that could make people sick, how to make sure there's no fire risk, and how to check if the house has enough fresh air. This course is quick but good, and it will teach you how to check houses properly, so they are safe and following all the rules.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online courses available for life
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and arrange the chapters you want to study
Set your own course schedule
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet needed

Develop skills

Enhance the practical skills listed below

Learn how to make houses cool and save energy (thermal performance).

Learn how to find and close holes that let air in, so the house stays cool or warm better (air leaks).

Learn how to find dangerous things that could make people sick (hazardous materials).

Learn how to check the roof for holes and if it's made of good stuff (roofing).

Learn how to check the pipes for holes and if the water is coming out strong enough (plumbing systems).

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before beginning, feel free to change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional development. It is not akin to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.