NETinspect February 19, 2026 1/2 Seminar
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$99.00 · February 19, 2026 · 12:45 PM - 5:15 PM · Zoom
Two-classes! (4) Credits! Join us!

1) Welcome!

February 19 from 12:45 - 1 pm
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2) Pipes, Tubes, Hoses, and Other Forms of Waterworks

Course L2443-02 (2 credits) February 19 from 1 - 3 pm
Our objective is to familiarize home inspectors with the different forms of water supply piping, to include types used throughout our plumbing history, an overview of some of the problem piping that has been used over the decades, installation procedures and what home inspectors should be on the lookout for during home inspections. We will also discuss the different types of drain piping and proper installation procedures. A history of water movement into and out of houses will be included. We will also go over the different types and functions of various water heaters, how they are similar and the differences in operation.
Meet the Presenter
Tom Sherman
Tom Sherman
After a decade as the owner/operator of a residential construction company, Tom Sherman, a 10-year US Marine Corps veteran, became a professional home inspector in 1998. Within a few years, Tom had been chosen by HGTV's Program Creator to appear in the "HOUSE DETECTIVE" series and was featured in 11 episodes. In 2006 when New York State instituted the Home Inspector Licensing Law, Tom immediately jumped at the chance to become a NY State Certified Home Inspector Educator. Throughout his career, Tom became an ELAP-certified Radon Laboratory, a Certified Residential Thermographer and a Licensed Drone Pilot. As an educator, Tom has worked diligently since 2014 to build NETinspect Home Inspector Training Institute; a training school with a strong appreciation for the in-depth amount of knowledge an inspector needs to competently perform a professional home inspection. Our classes are well researched, targeted to the audience and professionally presented by our group of experts. Join Tom and his team as we delve into the subject matter that will help you to become a more knowledgeable and successful home inspector!

3) Break

February 19 from 3 - 3:15 pm

4) General Inspection of Fiber Cement Siding Installations

Course L2990-02 (2 credits) February 19 from 3:15 - 5:15 pm
Our objective is to familiarize home inspectors with the proper installation of fiber cement siding, to include inspection of the same. We will discuss all aspects from a material standpoint, correct fastening methods, proper spacing between adjoining materials, flashing details and treatment around wall penetrations. We will also discuss some of the most commonly found defects and trouble areas where day-to-day inspections are concerned.
Meet the Presenter
Tom Sherman
Tom Sherman
After a decade as the owner/operator of a residential construction company, Tom Sherman, a 10-year US Marine Corps veteran, became a professional home inspector in 1998. Within a few years, Tom had been chosen by HGTV's Program Creator to appear in the "HOUSE DETECTIVE" series and was featured in 11 episodes. In 2006 when New York State instituted the Home Inspector Licensing Law, Tom immediately jumped at the chance to become a NY State Certified Home Inspector Educator. Throughout his career, Tom became an ELAP-certified Radon Laboratory, a Certified Residential Thermographer and a Licensed Drone Pilot. As an educator, Tom has worked diligently since 2014 to build NETinspect Home Inspector Training Institute; a training school with a strong appreciation for the in-depth amount of knowledge an inspector needs to competently perform a professional home inspection. Our classes are well researched, targeted to the audience and professionally presented by our group of experts. Join Tom and his team as we delve into the subject matter that will help you to become a more knowledgeable and successful home inspector!

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