commercial education question

[ldapkus]

Originally Posted by dduffy

Leaking ...."Sloan Valves"..........

In the Ladies Room??

[Dale Duffy]

Originally Posted by ldapkus

In the Ladies Room??

Speaking of........ahhh...better not post it...........

[Joe Farsetta]

Adam,

Perhaps attending one of these seminars will be a better way of opening your eyes. We recently held one in Philly. If you were interested, they why didnt you contact me or Scott Gilligan at that time to ask some questions?

[Joe Farsetta]

Manny,

Thanks for the info. I stand corrected, I think. Information from the TREC site says that a licensed inspector can perform a commercial inspection, provided the practice does not require another license. it also says that a licensed inspector should follow the TREC SOP to the extent that it applies.

I did not see where TREC says a license is REQUIRED, but it may be. Regardless, I think my course benefits inspectors, as it counts for TREC credits, and covers the practice.

[Michael R. Boyett]

Manny ...a few days ago I forwarded a response from TREC to Joe that clearly states that commercial inspections do indeed fall under their jurisdiction. Apparently he did not get that. I agree with your assesment...any real property inspection (residential or commercial) for a buyer or seller is regulated here, however the 7A-0 form is not required for commercial. I'm a little disappointed that was not clear at the recent course in Dallas.

Here is my question to TREC:

Is a TREC Inspectors license required to perform inspections on commercial properties in Texas for a buyer or seller?

My interpretation of OC 1102 and other laws/rules indicate that, yes, a license is required of anyone inspecting properties, residential or commercial, for a buyer or seller of real property. I also understand that the promulgated TREC form 7A-0 is not required for such properties but may be used if so desired.

Here is their response:

Your reading of the licensing requirement is correct.

[Joe Farsetta]

I never conveyed the notion that a license is, or is not required to perform these inspections at any time during the class.

At least I think I didnt...

[Barry Adair]

Originally Posted by jrivera

Adam, about how many Home Inspections have you done?

Mic,

Was this on the final exam?

you're killin me

[Michael R. Boyett]

Originally Posted by jfarsetta

I never conveyed the notion that a license is, or is not required to perform these inspections at any time during the class.

At least I think I didnt...

Joe...I'm sure you didn't. But like you say in an earlier post:

According to many in attendance, TREC does not regulate the inspection of commercial properties.

and you also state:

As to advertising commercial inspections, it is an unregulated profession.

then I just think this would have been a great time to clear the air on this here in Texas. Bottom line is that the folks in attendance in Dallas were all most likely licensed inspectors anyway so it's probably a moot point.

[Joe Farsetta]

Mike and Manny,

Thank you both for helping me understand this a bit better in Texas. As the saying goes "rumor becomes fact, and fact becomes truth".

I can assure you both that this info will be clearly conveyed when I come to San Antonio. Its funny because I wondered why, if it wasnt in their purview, why TREC would have approved my course. This answers the question.

[Emmanuel J. Scanlan]

Joe,

About a year or so ago there was a big stink about the significant lack of approved CEU courses for Inspectors in Texas. TREC did realize that was the case and something needed to be done. As a result they are more liberal in accepting any course that meets TREC requirements for format, etc. and is related to inspecting, building science, etc., etc.

I am sure your course is a very good one dealing with the ASTM E2018-01 standard. I have no doubt there and apparently TREC had no doubt about it.

[Emmanuel J. Scanlan]

Mike B.,

Thanks for sharing your communications with TREC. Hopefully this will enlighten Texas Inspectors. Whenever the subject comes up it seems there are more Inspectors who are not aware of this.

I would like to add that I have asked TREC for clarifications on licensing requirements. They have left me with the very clear explanation that "any property condition report" on any real property under their authority requires an Inspectors license if the report is not covered by other licensing laws.

Awhile back there was also an inquiry and discussion regarding when TREC's authority begins. If I can find the information I'll post it, or if any other Texas Inspector has it please post it. TREC also considers that their authority begins not when a contract is signed but when a owner is even considering selling the property or when a potential buyer even considers buying a property not yet even up for sale. That adds another wrinkle to soliciting or accepting business for inspections.

[Michael R. Boyett]

I agree Manny and a lot of discussion and debate of when TREC's authority begins was held here a few months ago when we discussed "Walk" inspections here in Texas. I forwarded an e-mail to you that I received from TREC that states what you say.

[Emmanuel J. Scanlan]

Mike,

Thank you! I knew I did see a definitive answer and it was your memo.

Adam,

I apologize for hijacking the thread!

[James F. McKee]

Originally Posted by dduffy

Leaking ...."Sloan Valves"..........

Dale ...are You sure You didn't just miss and hit your foot....I really don't think that valve was leaking.....

[Marcel R. Cyr]

Originally Posted by jmckee

Dale ...are You sure You didn't just miss and hit your foot....I really don't think that valve was leaking.....

Couldn't of, he was in the womens room and sitting down remember? ha. ha.
But, he could have been facing the wrong way. ha. ha.

Marcel