National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast
The Complete National Home Inspector Training Manual—In Audio Form
Welcome to National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast—the most comprehensive audio course for aspiring home inspectors preparing for the National Home Inspector Exam.
Your Complete Exam Preparation Resource
This is a complete professional training program based on the National Home Inspection Training Manual, transformed into detailed audio lessons you can study anywhere, anytime. Whether you're commuting, at the gym, or reviewing before bed, master the entire home inspection curriculum.
Complete 16-Discipline Coverage:
This training program covers ALL major areas tested on the National Home Inspector Exam:
📋 Analysis & Reporting - Professional report writing and communication
❄️ Cooling Systems - Air conditioning, heat pumps, and distribution
⚡ Electrical Systems - Service equipment, panels, circuits, wiring, safety devices
🏠 Exterior Components - Siding, trim, doors, windows, finishes
🔥 Fireplaces & Chimneys - Masonry and factory-built systems, venting, safety
📖 Complete Glossary - Essential professional terminology
🔥 Heating Systems - Furnaces, boilers, distribution, controls
🌬️ Insulation & Ventilation - Attic ventilation, insulation types, energy efficiency
🍳 Kitchen Appliances - Ranges, ovens, dishwashers, disposals, built-ins
🚰 Plumbing Systems - Supply, drainage, water heaters, fixtures
👔 Professional Responsibilities - Ethics, standards of practice, business practices
🏚️ Roof Components - Coverings, flashings, drainage, structural elements
🌳 Site Conditions - Grading, drainage, driveways, landscaping
🏗️ Structural Components - Foundations, framing, load paths, structural defects
🪟 House Interior - Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, doors, windows
200+ Detailed Episodes
Each episode provides in-depth coverage of specific topics within each discipline. Episodes are designed to be studied in sequence, building your knowledge systematically from fundamentals to advanced inspection techniques.
Who This Is For:
✅ New home inspectors studying for the National Home Inspector Exam
✅ Career changers entering the home inspection profession
✅ Real estate professionals expanding technical knowledge
✅ Anyone preparing for state licensing exams
✅ Practicing inspectors seeking continuing education
Why This Training Works:
🎯 Exam-Focused - Aligned with National Home Inspector Exam requirements
🎯 Field-Tested - Based on real inspection scenarios and common defects
🎯 Code-Referenced - Current IRC standards and industry best practices
🎯 Comprehensive - Complete coverage, not just highlights
🎯 Audio Learning - Study while driving, working out, or multitasking
🎯 Sequential Structure - Logical progression builds expertise systematically
Study Approach:
For best results, listen to episodes in numerical order within each discipline. Take notes, pause to review complex topics, and re-listen to challenging sections. This is professional training designed for exam success.
Beyond the Podcast:
This podcast is part of our complete National Home Inspector Training program. For comprehensive training including visual materials, practice exams, hands-on demonstrations, and certification support, visit [YOUR WEBSITE URL].
National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast
07 - Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipes - DWV System Materials and Installation
Understand the drain, waste, and vent system that removes wastewater from homes in this detailed episode covering pipe materials, sizing, installation, and common problems. DWV systems are often less visible than water supply systems but equally critical to proper plumbing function.
We start with general installation requirements: smooth interior surfaces, proper slope, and why pipes shouldn't be reduced in size in the direction of flow. You'll understand basic DWV pipe sizing principles and when inadequate pipe size might be causing drainage problems.
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) pipe receives thorough coverage, including identification, proper support intervals, connection methods, and the problematic pipe manufactured between 1985-1990 by specific companies. We explain regional preferences, with ABS more popular in the West.
PVC pipe is explored in depth, including the critical distinction between plumbing PVC and electrical conduit PVC. You'll learn proper primer and solvent cement application, support requirements, and why purple primer visibility is required in many jurisdictions.
Cast iron pipe, the traditional DWV material, receives extensive coverage. We explain hub and spigot connections, both caulked joints with oakum and lead, and modern compression gasket systems. You'll learn to identify deterioration signs like rust cysts and top-of-pipe cracking, and understand why most cast iron is beyond its expected service life.
Legacy materials receive attention, including clay sewer pipe, Orangeburg fiber pipe, and galvanized steel. For each material, we cover identification, expected service life, common failure modes, and appropriate recommendations.
The episode concludes with modern sewer pipe repair methods: bursting, sliplining, and cured-in-place pipe, helping you understand alternatives to complete replacement when discussing options with clients.
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