How do you become a building inspector?

Answer 1

This is what the U.S. Department of Labor says: Although requirements vary considerably depending upon where one is employed, construction and building inspectors should have a thorough knowledge of construction materials and practices in either a general area, such as structural or heavy construction, or a specialized area, such as electrical or Plumbing systems, reinforced concrete, or structural steel. Applicants for construction or building inspection jobs need several years of experience as a construction manager, supervisor, or craftworker. Many inspectors previously worked as carpenters, electricians, plumbers, or pipefitters. Because inspectors must possess the right mix of technical knowledge, experience, and education, employers prefer applicants who have formal training as well as experience. Most employers require at least a high school diploma or equivalent, even for workers with considerable experience. More often, employers look for persons who have studied engineering or architecture, or who have a degree from a community or junior college, with courses in building inspection, home inspection, construction technology, drafting, and mathematics. Many community colleges offer certificate or associate degree programs in building inspection technology. Courses in blueprint reading, algebra, geometry, and English also are useful. Construction and building inspectors must be in good physical condition in order to walk and climb about construction sites. They must also have a driver

Answer 2

Do well at school. There are specialized trade school or college courses you can take. It helps to have some experience in the electrical trade too. Work as an electrician for a few years. The pay is not half bad!

Answer 3

A degree is not required to be a health inspector. You also don't need a certification, but both of these will help. You can apply for a health inspector position regardless of previous experience.

Answer 4

There are many ways in which one could become a certified home inspector. The best way to be a home inspector would be to have experience in electrical or structural engineering and be certified where one lives.

Answer 5

According to the US Department of Labour, the qualifications to become a building inspector requires an individual to possess a high school diploma and a good knowledge of consruction and the building code. Many individual state require that the individual complete a certification course. Refer to you local building department for specific details.

Answer 6

As a word of caution, be leery of any school that says they will certify you. Certification is left up to the states. A "certification" from a school is not recognized by the states. There is no national licensing or certification. Currently, about half the states license or certify home inspectors. If you live in one of these states, you must complete the state requirements they have developed.

Answer 7

i am Electrical Engineer . I want to become a Electrical Inspector. So can guid me?

Answer 8

In order to become a house inspector you must have training. A lot of insurance companies offer paid training.

Answer 9

Being a home inspector is a great and stable position to have in this viral workplace. You can go to the website www.home-inspect.com/courses/ to actually start your training.