Melhores podcasts sobre John Laforme (2024)

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Vertical Vs. Horizontal House Foundation Cracks Explained! What You Need To Know! 28:03

9d ago28:03

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Send us a text John Laforme and YC from SoCal Seismic Construction House Bolting discuss foundation issues, emphasizing the commonality of cracks in raised foundations. YC explains that vertical cracks are typically caused by improper drainage and can be repaired with epoxy injection and metal straps. Horizontal cracks, however, indicate foundation…

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Do Not Miss Your (BOI) Filing Deadline On 12/31/24! Fines Can be 500.00 Per Day for non Compliance. 24:37

19d ago24:37

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Send us a text James Walsh Explains what Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) is and how important it is to file before the 12/31/24 deadline. If you own a business in the United States do not delay and file today with link below. James has created a website to help you with filing your BOI https://boifilings.com/ Click link below to watch the Yo…

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The Crawler Podcast Part 1 With Ore Babatunde From Uplink Robotics 29:24

5M ago29:24

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Send us a text In this podcast I am joined by Oreoluwa Babatunde Co-Founder & Head of Software @ UplinkRobotics LLC John Laforme and Ore Babatunde discussed the latest developments in robotics for home inspections, including drones, rovers, crawl bots, and camera technology. They explored potential applications such as navigating tight spaces and p…

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Hard Water And What You Need To Know With Water Specialist Ron King 26:03

5M ago26:03

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Send us a text John Laforme and Ron King discuss the effects of hard water on homeowners, They emphasize the need for proper evaluation and recommendations for water treatment systems, highlighting the importance of testing water quality and evaluating plumbing system tolerance. Ron also discuss's water quality standards and regulations set by the …

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Doug Smaldino Says Stop Procrastinating, Buy That Home Now! 38:32

7M ago38:32

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Send us a text My guest Doug Smaldino is the owner of Hillhurst Mortgage located in Los Feliz California. I purchased my home with the help of Doug and and his awesome team at Hillhurst Mortgage back in October 2022. Doug has a message for all first time home buyers! Stop Procrastinating and buy a home now! Don't worry about the rates so much just …

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Electrical Panels You Need To Upgrade Now! 55:42

8M ago55:42

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Send us a text In this episode I am joined by Isaac Colon the owner of Electric Brothers Co. located in Pico Rivera California. I hired Isaac to do a major electrical upgrade on my home. I found his company searching on google, I am 200% satisfied with the work they did and their professionalism before, during and after the electrical upgrade. I hi…

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Why You Probably Suck At Report Writing! 26:53

9M ago26:53

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Send us a text In This episode Skip Walker and I talk about home inspection report writing and you probably suck at it! Yes this means you! The report is your product and thats what your selling to your client, so consider each and every report to be your masterpiece. Fine tune your reports or risk having a potential legal issue with your clients. …

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Electrical Outlets And What You Need To Know! 43:28

10M ago43:28

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Send us a text In this episode I am joined by Isaac Colon the owner of Electric Brothers Co. located in Pico Rivera California. I hired Isaac to do a major electrical upgrade on my home. I found his company searching on google, I am 200% satisfied with the work they did and their professionalism before, during and after the electrical upgrade. I hi…

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Underlayment's for Engineered Hardwood Flooring & Luxury Vinyl Flooring 33:52

11M ago33:52

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Send us a text Part 2: Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss underlayment's for Engineered Hardwood flooring and Luxury Vinyl flooring. Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications. Emil also gives ballpark …

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Code Check Series With Skip Walker Part 1 32:21

12M ago32:21

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Send us a text I am joined by home inspector Skip Walker who is also one of the co-authors of the Code Check series. Skip and I discuss report writing best practices as well as how to utilize the code check series of books. Code Check Series books are the most widely used code reference series in the U.S. Each Code Check book is a condensed guide t…

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Engineered Hardwood Flooring Vs. Luxury Vinyl Flooring 35:51

1y ago35:51

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Send us a text Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss Engineered Hardwood flooring Vs. Luxury Vinyl flooring. Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications. Did you know that most engineered hardwood and luxur…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? The Final Chapter With Manny Hernandez 38:10

1y ago38:10

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Send us a text Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all home own…

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What Causes House Fires with Fire Captain James Walker 39:46

1y ago39:46

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Send us a text Fire Captain James Walker shares his 24 years of firefighting experience with us to better educate and bring awareness to common causes of home fires. Look, we all get complacent in our own homes and ignore potential fire hazards with everyday bad habits. Are you cooking dinner on the range and then going outside to watch the kids wh…

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Multiple Legal Claims Including Rihanna's Leaking Home with Attorney Greg Pyfrom 57:58

1y ago57:58

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Send us a text Home inspection attorney Greg Pyfrom is back with more legal claim discussion regarding home inspectors, home buyers and realtors. Greg shares a few ongoing legal claims with me as well as some past claims. Did you know that singer/song writer Rihanna had a major house defect claim on a home she had purchased where a major water leak…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 3 With Manny Hernandez 26:13

1+ y ago26:13

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Send us a text Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all home own…

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Swimming Pool Disaster With Jeff Schulte 30:53

1+ y ago30:53

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Send us a text Pool Inspector/contractor extraordinaire Jeff Schulte is this episodes guest, Jeff shares his experience with a recently built built pool by an unknown pool contractor that has completely failed. This below ground pool has multiple major cracks in it and the pool cannot be repaired. This pool will need to be completely removed and th…

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Attorney Allan B. Gelbard Explains Trademark and how it may affect your business. 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

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Send us a text Todays guest is attorney at law Allan B. Gelbard Esq. Allan has been practicing copyright/trademark cases for about 27 years. Allan explains what trademark means and how it may affect you and your business. A trademark is a type of intellectual property that helps to protect your brand by distinguishing it from competitors. It is use…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 2 With Manny Hernandez 27:26

1+ y ago27:26

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Send us a text Part 2 with Manny Hernandez from Solar Service Professionals. Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would ben…

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HVAC Contractor Dean Gilford Answers FAQ for Home Owners Part 2 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

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Send us a text Heating & Cooling Contractor and owner of Kilowatt HVAC Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part Two Dean offers 30 plus years of heating and cooling experience installing retro fit upgrades for existing homes. Dean and I answer frequently asked questions from our everyday customers to help current and future home owners better…

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Attorney Allan B. Gelbard Explains Copyright and how it may affect your business. 24:29

1+ y ago24:29

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Send us a text Todays guest is attorney at law Allan B. Gelbard Esq. Allan has been practicing copyright cases for about 27 years. Allan explains what copyright means and how it may affect you and your business. Copyright is a type of intellectual property that protects original works of authorship as soon as an author fixes the work in a tangible …

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 1 With Manny Hernandez 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

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Send us a text Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all home own…

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How to Apply For A Building Permit In Burbank 24:37

1+ y ago24:37

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Send us a text In this podcast I discuss how to apply for a building permit in burbank California. I explain how to start the process to obtain your building permit, do not start your demolition until you have your permit in your hands or you may risk being fined. Website link to Burbank Building & Safety Division https://www.burbankca.gov/web/comm…

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HVAC Contractor Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part 1 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

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Send us a text Heating & Cooling Contractor and owner of Kilowatt HVAC Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part One Dean offers 30 plus years of heating and cooling experience installing retro fit upgrades for existing homes. Dean and I answer frequently asked questions from our everyday customers to help current and future home owners better…

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New Home 120 Day Recap of What It Cost Me So Far. 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

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Send us a text In this episode i talk about my repairs and costs being in my new house now for just over 120 days. I want to share this experience because some of you may be in the process of moving into a new home so sharing my realistic costs may be helpful to you. List of expenses: Locksmith Movers Plumbing Water pressure Siding Sewer Cleaning I…

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Home Owner Maintenance Tips With Realtor Lauren DiMeo 1:36:16

2y ago1:36:16

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Send us a text Lauren DiMeo explains the importance of loan pre approval before you look for a home. Don't waste everyones time searching for a home without pre approval its pointless. Lauren also shares an interesting ice maker story. Lauren & I discuss common home maintenance tips for current and future home owners. If you live in a home you need…

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Sewer Lateral Camera Inspection Limitations Explained with Chuck Lambert 1:19:56

2y ago1:19:56

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Send us a text In this podcast episode 37 I am joined by Chuck Lambert of Sunrise Inspection Services & Orange County Sewer Inspections. Chuck had some constructive criticism of a sewer video i posted on facebook so he reached out to me and shared some great information from his experience inspecting sewer lateral pipes. In return i invited him to …

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MMA Referee Michael Bell And I Discuss Investment Properties and MMA 1:29:31

2y ago1:29:31

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Send us a text Mixed Martial Arts Referee Michael Bell And I Discuss Investment Properties and his experiences as an MMA referee and Judge. I have inspected one of Michaels potential investments back in 2020 before the pandemic hit home. Michael breaks down why he walked away from this property and found himself investing out of state. Michael and …

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Do Home Inspectors Inspect Their Own Homes? Or Do They Hire Other Inspectors? 53:27

2y ago53:27

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered if home inspectors actually inspect their own homes they buy? I just bought a house and YES! I inspected it myself. So maybe you are wondering if I inspected my home any differently than I do for paying clients? Well, No I inspected my house the exact same way I do for all my clients. In this podcast I take you…

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Listing A Home With Realtor Stacey Franklin 1:39:13

2y ago1:39:13

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Send us a text Stacey Franklin of Pinnacle Estate Properties Encino joins me to discuss Pre-Listing inspections. Stacey has been with Pinnacle Estate Properties Encino for 18 years, Stacey has also been In the Platinum Club for the last 5 years and in the top 15% of sales company wide. Stacey shares some great insight to help you prepare top sell y…

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Part 2: Flipped Home First Time Buyer Ray Rodriguez Post Inspection Interview with Rick Albert 1:33:25

2y ago1:33:25

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Send us a text I am joined again by 1st Time Flipped Home Buyer and Army Veteran Sergeant First Class Ramiro Rodriguez (Aka Ray), United States Army Retired. Hires Me To Inspect His 1st House! Ray invited his realtor Rick Albert to join us for his input about his home purchase and inspection process. This podcast episode is the Post Inspection Inte…

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How to Stay In Business While Inspecting In A Slowing Market 32:19

2y ago32:19

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Send us a text It’s no secret that the real estate market has slowed down. Rapidly rising interest rates, uncertainty in the economy, and the looming threat of a recession have taken their toll. The latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that existing home sales in July declined by 20 percent. Existing home sales in Augus…

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ADU's Explained with Realtor Rick B. Albert 1:32:00

2y ago1:32:00

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Send us a text Real Estate Broker and House Hacking Investor Rick B. Albert Joins me to discuss all things (ADU) Accessory Dwelling Units. Rick is very knowledgable with ADU's because he has actually built one and lived in it for 2 years. Rick also helps his clients design and implement to make the process as smooth as possible. Rick Albert is a Re…

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Got Rats? Don't Panic! Call Noam Chanero at Green Rodent Restoration! 1:34:56

2y ago1:34:56

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Send us a text Got Rats Don't Panic! Call Noam Chanero with Green Rodent Restoration https://www.greenrodentrestoration.com/ Noam explains his rodent services to help homeowners understand why they have a rodent problem and more importantly how to fix the problem. Call for a free On-Site Inspection of your home or business. 800-989-8905 Green Roden…

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Attorney Greg Pyfrom Is Back With More Legal Advice for Home Inspectors 1:18:02

2y ago1:18:02

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Send us a text In this episode John Laforme is joined by home inspection attorney Greg Pyfrom. Greg shares his 30 years of legal experience dealing with home inspection claims against home inspectors. Greg offers more legal tips to better cover yourself as a home inspector. John and Greg cover some report writing tips regarding condo inspections vs…

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Army Veteran Ray Rodriguez Hires Me To Inspect His Flipped House! (Pre Inspection Interview) 56:41

2y ago56:41

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Send us a text 1st Time Home Buyer and Army Veteran Sergeant First Class Ramiro Rodriguez (Aka Ray), United States Army Retired. Hires Me To Inspect His 1st House! This podcast episode is the Pre Inspection Interview! I know Ray from the Jiu Jitsu academy https://www.subconsciousbjj.com/ in North Hollywood California. Check it out if you live in th…

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Water Supply Plumbing Types and Correct Installation Tips With Robert Deyl Plumbing 1:17:28

2+ y ago1:17:28

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Send us a text In this episode 27 I am joined by Robert Deyl to cover water supply plumbing types and correct Installation tips. You may remember Robert from episode 4 back in 2021. If not check it out here is the link for when you are done listening to this episode 27. Podcast Episode 4 Link: https://www.homeinspectionauthority.com/podcast/ What t…

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Hardwood Floors With Kevin" Im A Floor Guy" Lehouillier From Colonial Floor Service of Pepperell Massachusetts 1:21:32

2+ y ago1:21:32

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Send us a text In this podcast episode I am joined by an old friend Kevin Lehouillier who fired me for being late when i worked for him when i was a young lad. True story! Well Kevin has been in the hardwood floor business for over 40 years in Pepperell Massachusetts. Kevin explains the flooring process for all of us. About Colonial Floor Service: …

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Straight Talk With East Coast Realtor Susan Ducharme 1:42:38

2+ y ago1:42:38

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Send us a text In this episode i am joined by my east coast cousin Susan Ducharme who is a real estate agent in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Susan recently sold one of my investment properties for me in New Hampshire, So i thought having Susan explain what it was like selling my property in this crazy sellers real estate market. She had approxi…

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Why Every Fireplace Needs A Level 2 Inspection With Rory Foley From Chimney Doctor 2:07:28

2+ y ago2:07:28

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Send us a text Episode #24 with Rory Foley from https://chimneydoctor.net/ . Rory shares his chimney inspection experience with us regarding all things fireplace/chimney. We discuss the issues that only a chimney inspector can see with their specialized tools and training. So what is the difference between Level 1-2-3 Chimney Inspections? Level 1: …

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All Things Roofing with Chris Keil From A-1 All American Roofing 1:47:47

2+ y ago1:47:47

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Send us a text Chris Keil from A-1 All American Roofing Joins me for some straight talk about all things roofing. I have run into Chris on many roofs in the past and he has always taken the time to answer any questions i may have had about roofing materials, flashings, skylights etc. Chris shares his 30 years of roofing experience with us which mak…

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Home Inspection Attorney Greg Pyfrom Explains Inspection Contracts And There Importance 1:56:09

2+ y ago1:56:09

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Send us a text In this episode John Laforme is joined by home inspection attorney Greg Pyfrom who is a 30 year California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA) trial lawyer who each year updates the Standards of Practice and inspection contracts. Greg shares his 30 years of legal experience dealing with home inspection claims against home insp…

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What Home Inspectors Need To Know When Considering To be Insured Or Not To Be Insured | Stephanie Jaynes From InspectorPro Insurance Breaks it down. 1:53:21

2+ y ago1:53:21

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Send us a text InspectorPro Errors & Omissions And General Liability Insurance Program. What Home Inspectors Need To Know When Considering To be Insured Or Not To Be Insured. I am joined by Marketing director Stephanie Jaynes of Citadel Insurance services the parent company of the InspectorPro insurance program. Stephanie simplifies complex insuran…

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Random Rant with Fellow Inspector Rico Sandoval And Yes He Brought The Beer! 2:15:11

2+ y ago2:15:11

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Send us a text Be Advised! This is my longest podcast so far because Rico talks too much when he's drinking. Yeah, Rico brought beers and whiskey to the podcast to me drunk. Sunday Random Rant with Fellow Inspector Rico Sandoval About Many Topics such as beer, Whiskey, Lawsuits, Inspector Insurance, Tips for new home inspectors, home inspection bus…

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GOT MOLD? DON'T PANIC! Just Put Some Bleach On It! LOL. Mold Inspector Bret Pfeifer Explains The MOLD Process. 1:47:37

2+ y ago1:47:37

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Send us a text The scariest word in real estate is M-O-L-D aka the deal killer! Everyone panics when this is found on the property which is typically unnecessary. Mold can be removed however it can be an expensive and inconvenient process. Bret Pfeifer of Golden State Mold Inspections joins John Laforme to explain the process when dealing with mold…

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Pool Contractor Jeff Schulte Explains What You Need To Know About Swimming Pools 1:21:09

3y ago1:21:09

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Send us a text Jeff Schulte Joins John Laforme in this podcast episode to explain what you need to know about swimming pools as a home owner and a home inspector. Jeff has been in the pool business since the 1970's (my favorite era by the way). His depth of experience is endless and he shares it all with us in this episode. Jeff explains child safe…

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CREIA Standards Of Practice Section 2: Exteriors With Bud Hayes 1:22:59

3y ago1:22:59

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Send us a text Episode 17: CREIA Standards Of Practice Section 2: Exteriors This episode has special guest Bud Hayes from Hayes Inspection Group, Bud is a CREIA certified inspector as well. Bud and I break down each sub section and explain the standards of practice. As promised here is a youtube video explaining how to identify if the doors are ins…

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Comedian Matt Neal Talks About His Crazy Home Buying Experience In Todays Market! 1:29:07

3y ago1:29:07

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Send us a text Matt Neal, The host of his own podcast Peace Of Chaos Joins John Laforme for an action packed episode covering several topics like Matt's home inspection experience with john and his bad experience's during his real estate transaction. After looking at 30 homes before finding the right one, Matt explains in detail the good the bad an…

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HVAC Title 24 Energy Efficiency Compliance! What Home Buyers, Realtors and Home Inspectors Need To Know. 21:52

3y ago21:52

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Send us a text HVAC Title 24 Energy Efficiency Compliance! What Home Buyers, Realtors and Home Inspectors Need To Know. What is Title 24? The California Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards are designed to ensure new and existing buildings achieve energy efficiency and preserve outdoor and indoor environmental quality. These measures (Titl…

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Photography 101 for Home Inspectors | Why are home inspection photos so important? 20:38

3y ago20:38

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Send us a text Photography 101 for Home Inspectors, Why are home inspection photos so important? Seriously do your report photos SUCK! Are they dark, fuzzy or over exposed? Listen to this podcast to learn how to improve your photos. In this episode John talks about why home inspection photos are so important even after the inspection. John also tal…

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Home Inspector Training | Time and Risk Management for Scheduling Inspections 57:18

3y ago57:18

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Send us a text Time management is the ability to use your time productively and efficiently. You could also think of it as the art of having time to do everything that you need, without feeling stressed about it. Risk Management: (in business) the forecasting and evaluation of financial risks together with the identification of procedures to avoid …

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