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Residential Structural Inspections: For Real Estate Agents
November 4, 2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
(CST)
Description
The overall structure of a home is the backbone that holds everything in place. For many, the structural integrity of a home is often viewed as the most crucial part of the home-buying process. By being able to observe and report on these critical matters during the structural portion of a home inspection, real estate agents are in a unique position to offer expertise and peace of mind to all parties involved in the home-buying process.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to: • Define terms commonly used during the structural portion of the home inspection process. • Understand common causes of structural damage. • Understand risks associated with inspecting structural components during a home inspection. • Identify areas to consider during structural portion of the home inspection, including attics, basements, crawlspaces, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors. • Define common concerns related to the inspection of the exterior structure and related components, including property lots, decks, porches and foundations. • List examples of limitations that should be noted in a report of the structural inspection.
