Assessing Home Structures

See What Others Miss: Mastering Structural Inspections

There is no better way to protect yourself, serve your clients well, and build a reputation for thorough, reliable work than by knowing how to properly assess a home’s structure. Assessing Home Structures is a 3-hour continuing education webinar designed specifically for home inspectors who want to confidently identify structural defects that are often concealed or difficult to recognize without a solid understanding of how residential structures work.

What You Will Learn 

In this 3-hour webinar, you will:

• Understand Residential Structural Components
  Learn the most common structural components found in homes and how each one functions as part of the overall system.
• Master a Systematic Structural Assessment
  Develop a repeatable, methodical approach to evaluating a home’s structure during an inspection.
• Identify Common Structural Deficiencies
  Explore real-world examples and case studies to recognize frequent structural problems, along with their typical causes and repair methods.
• Know When to Call in an Engineer
  Understand the limits of a visual inspection and how a licensed structural engineer can provide deeper analysis and guidance when it’s warranted.

Class Objectives

1. Recognize the most common structural components in residences and understand how they function
2. Conduct a thorough, systematic residential structural assessment
3. Identify common structural deficiencies and understand their typical causes and repair methods
4. Determine when further evaluation by a licensed structural engineer is appropriate

Class Format

ASHI Virtual Classes are designed to be engaging and participatory — not long, passive webinars. Each session is a highly interactive experience led by seasoned professionals who guide you through real-world scenarios, practical questions, and in-depth examples. The small-group format fosters active learning, with dynamic visual presentations, rich photo content, and practical applications tailored for aspiring and practicing inspectors alike. Open dialogue is encouraged throughout the session to ensure concepts are clearly understood and applicable in the field. Come ready to engage — your questions, insights, and participation are central to the learning experience.

Who Should Attend

This class is designed for:

• New and experienced home inspectors who want to sharpen their ability to identify structural issues
• Inspectors preparing for certification exams or looking to deepen their technical expertise
• Professionals who want to know when and how to bring in a licensed structural engineer

Instructor: Mike Berkey

Duration: 3 Hours

Please note: The virtual class has a final exam, which must be completed for CE credit. This exam can be completed at the end of the class or any time after.

Approved for 3 ASHI & State CE in AL, DE, IN, MS, MT, NH, NM, OR, PA, VA, WV, WI, NY, IL, CT, FL, LA, MD, OH, MA, AR, WA, ICC 

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