The Northern Virginia ASHI® Chapter meet the 4th Tuesday of each month, except July and August (summer break). We meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month November and December. Meetings are held at Service Source 10647 White Granite Drive Oakton VA, 3rd floor conference room. This is a secure building - please arrive between 6:45 and 7:00PM. If you are late, call 703.314.2716
Chapter meetings are currently held online and in person
Virginia Licensed Inspector Resources
Home Inspector Licensing Regulations - Updated and Effective July 1, 2017. [Follow the link, download the document, read it... learn it... follow it].
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Home Inspector Licensing Regulations [18 VAC 15-40] <--check this box!
If you plan to inspect New Residential Construction, you are required to attend the NRS Module training class. Check the DPOR site to find out about upcoming classes/approved provider (scroll down to NRS Training Module).
If you have already taken the NRS Module - follow-up with DPOR and verify that you are properly classified as having the NRS designation. As soon as DPOR has processed your applicaton, your license will show the NRS endorsement - you can easily find your license on the DPOR website.
NRS Application
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
SB 812 Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors, Board for; home inspections, required statement
Introduced by: David W. Marsden | all patrons
SUMMARY AS ENACTED WITH GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATION: (all summaries)
Board for Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors; home inspections; required statement related to the presence of yellow corrugated stainless steel tubing. Provides that whenever a home inspector observes the presence of any shade of yellow corrugated stainless steel tubing during an inspection of a home built prior to the adoption of the construction code effective in 2008, this observation must be included in the inspection report along with the following statement: "Manufacturers believe that this product is safer if properly bonded and grounded as required by the manufacturer's installation instructions. Proper bonding and grounding of the product should be determined by a contractor licensed to perform the work in the Commonwealth of Virginia."
ASHI® is Our Parent Organization:
The American Society of Home Inspectors, ASHI®, founded in 1976, has more than 5,000 members. ASHI is the oldest and most respected non-profit, professional organization for home inspectors in North America. ASHI Home Inspectors are the only home inspectors certified by a recognized independent third party. ASHI's Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics are industry standards.
The Northern Virginia ASHI Chapter, NOVA ASHI, was established in 1993 to promote professionalism and networking among the local Washington DC Metro Area home inspector community. NoVA ASHI holds monthly meetings and biannual Seminars, providing educational sessions geared to both new inspectors and the seasoned veteran. Members are known for being thorough and competent.
At NOVA ASHI We Inspect to a Higher Standard
When buying a new home, you want the confidence of knowing that you're getting what you're paying for. And when selling, you want to maximize the return on the investment you made one, five or thirty years ago. A thorough home inspection is the key to both. Whether you're preparing to buy or sell, you're in the right place. This site is your best resource for learning how to protect your investment
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