The Complete Book of Home Inspection

by Norman Becker

Book Overview

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0071391258
• ISBN13: 9780071391252
• Release Date: June 2002
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
• Length: 289 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Best book for home inspectors and home buyers

I first read this book 18 years ago, when getting into the home inspection business. I still find myself referring to it. Every good inspector has read this book and anyone thinking about doing home inspections should read it. The book is clearly written and covers all of a homes systems (the new edition has the latest topics), explaining how each system works and what to look for when checking it. It gives good detail without getting overly technical and is easy to read. Home buyers should read this book so that they are well informed about their biggest purchase and will know what to look for and what questions to ask when they find their potential new home.

The Home Inspector's Bible

I have been a professional home inspector for over 30 years. In the early days of home inspections, the "Complete Book of Home Inspection" was considered the "Bible" of the industry. Now, after over 20 years in publication, with the updated chapters and the new sections on mold and pools, nothing has changed. The beginning home inspector can still depend on this book as a dependable single reference source. It should also be extremely useful for the first time homebuyer in the preliminary stages of home selection, but should not be used in place of a professional home inspection.

The Complete Book of Home Inspection by Norman Becker

As a new comer to the home inspection business I was looking for a book to give me the basics. Based on a colleague's recommendation I bought Norman Becker's book and I want to commend him....it covers more than just the basics, it's a very indepth discussion of ALL, and I mean ALL, of the problems and issues one encounters as a home inspector or a new home buyer. It is written in a style that makes not only pleasant reading, but Norman explains the issues in simple, easily understood language, whether you're an inspector just entering the business, a long term experienced inspector or new home buyers, first out of school or an experienced, ready to retire buyer! It's not easy to satisfy such a wide spectrum, but Norman does it extremely well, making easy and enjoyable reading for all who have the interest or need. As for technical content, I say again that the book covers everything one needs to know about the subject, so much so that I keep one copy on my office desk and another in the car so I have quick access to an excellent reference guide at all times. It has never failed me when I needed a quick update on any issue, no matter how small or big. You know how you often check to make sure you have your wallet in your pocket when you leave the house....well I make that same check to be sure I have Norm Becker's book within my reach at all times.I'm sure the book not only satisfy's an individual's need such as mine, but from the quality of its content, I believe it has made, and will continue to make, a positive impact on our home inspection industry.Please thank Mr. Becker for making this home inspector's entry into the field not only more effective but easier and more pleasant.Bill Mason,

Very thorough and readable

I found this book to be very readable even to a home repair novice like me. It contains a lot of information about what to look for when buying a house, and additional information about how houses are constructed which should be useful when maintaining one. I read 3 such books and this is by far the best.

An excellent book for someone buying a home.

Most books of this type are written by people with little understanding of the engineering involved in pre-purchase home inspections. I am a Licensed Professional Engineer involved in pre-purchase home inspections, and have seen many similar books with inaccurate information. This book is written by a Licensed Professional Engineer. For anyone purchasing a home and desiring accurate information, this book is highly recommended!!