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"My Engineer on Call" ...
... an enterprise promoted to NACHI members by Nathan Thornberry, who claimed to manage its marketing and other services, was sold by him as being a state compliant entity whereby a home inspector could purchase engineering services and "resell" them to clients and contractors for profit.
While claiming that the services were compliant in "46 states", Thornberry would not say which states the services were noncompliant. Instead, he invited NACHI members to sign up for the service and then, at that time, inquire as to its legitimacy in their state.
He presented the service as being legitimate and safe for home inspectors to use ... and ridiculed those who stated otherwise.
According to the State of South Carolina, the following cease and desist order has been issued against "My Engineer on Call".
It reads, as follows:
Quote:
BEFORE THE SOUTH CAROLINA
BOARD OF REGISTRATION FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
In the Matter of:
My Engineer On Call
c/o Jeff Donaldson
PO Box 1154
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465
License No. Unlicensed Practice
Respondent.
ORDER TO CEASE AND DESIST
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENT:
WHEREAS, it has been brought to the attention of the South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors (the Board) that the firm offers to engage in the practice of engineering by offering “reliable engineering education and support services” and “engineering solutions” on the firm’s website; and
WHEREAS, the firm is not licensed by this Board to provide and/or perform engineering work in South Carolina; and
WHEREAS, this Order is authorized by Section 40-22-100 and Section 40-1-100(A) of the 1976 Code of Laws of South Carolina, as amended.
THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS HEREBY NOTIFIED AND EXPRESSLY ORDERED to immediately cease and desist from providing engineering services and advertising in any manner that the firm or any employees may offer engineering services, as defined by Section 40-22-20 and by Section 40-22-30 (c) of the amended Code, until such time, if ever, as the firm may be properly authorized by the Board in accordance with law.
VIOLATIONS MAY BE PUNISHED BY THE IMPOSITION OF CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES WHICH MAY INCLUDE FINES OR IMPRISONMENT, AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
AND IT IS SO ORDERED.
SOUTH CAROLINA BOARD OF
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
___________________ BY: _________________________________
Date Jan B. Simpson
Administrator
While claiming that the services were compliant in "46 states", Thornberry would not say which states the services were noncompliant. Instead, he invited NACHI members to sign up for the service and then, at that time, inquire as to its legitimacy in their state.
He presented the service as being legitimate and safe for home inspectors to use ... and ridiculed those who stated otherwise.
According to the State of South Carolina, the following cease and desist order has been issued against "My Engineer on Call".
It reads, as follows:
Quote:
BEFORE THE SOUTH CAROLINA
BOARD OF REGISTRATION FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
In the Matter of:
My Engineer On Call
c/o Jeff Donaldson
PO Box 1154
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465
License No. Unlicensed Practice
Respondent.
ORDER TO CEASE AND DESIST
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENT:
WHEREAS, it has been brought to the attention of the South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors (the Board) that the firm offers to engage in the practice of engineering by offering “reliable engineering education and support services” and “engineering solutions” on the firm’s website; and
WHEREAS, the firm is not licensed by this Board to provide and/or perform engineering work in South Carolina; and
WHEREAS, this Order is authorized by Section 40-22-100 and Section 40-1-100(A) of the 1976 Code of Laws of South Carolina, as amended.
THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS HEREBY NOTIFIED AND EXPRESSLY ORDERED to immediately cease and desist from providing engineering services and advertising in any manner that the firm or any employees may offer engineering services, as defined by Section 40-22-20 and by Section 40-22-30 (c) of the amended Code, until such time, if ever, as the firm may be properly authorized by the Board in accordance with law.
VIOLATIONS MAY BE PUNISHED BY THE IMPOSITION OF CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES WHICH MAY INCLUDE FINES OR IMPRISONMENT, AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
AND IT IS SO ORDERED.
SOUTH CAROLINA BOARD OF
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
___________________ BY: _________________________________
Date Jan B. Simpson
Administrator
Smoke detector requirement for state of Georgia
Does anyone know the minimum requirement for smoke detector installation in a residential home in state of Georgia? Thanks for any input
Sweating
My house built in 2005 in South Florida. A/c unit is by Trane. The system is sweating a lot/ lots of condensation on the unit. The handler is in the garage. I have cleaned out the drain tube outside with the hose and flushed it out and opened the panel and added bleach water to the drip pan yesterday. The evap coil did look dirty, the filter is new. In the picture I circled where it is leaking water. That is the blower motor area, then in the middle the evap the to the far right the filter. Is the water normal? or any tips what I might need to do.
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All double hung windows suck
OK
Maybe not all,but I am noticing a disturbing trend of poor quality vinyl windows to the point I wonder if telling people to upgrade from single pane with storms is always a good idea.
I see busted seals at an alarming rate and lets face it buying a simple double hung to replace the warped ,not matched,tight,loose upper which falls when unlocked along with bad caulking makes me think.
I used to call casements "Florida windows" because they were made only for that climate and not Chicago's with all the drafts but now the casements seem superior along with "Horizontal sliders) which have the fewest issues of all.
Some brands are better than others .
"Climate Guard seems to be the best that I have inspected with fewest issues.
how about the kind that have no metal retainer over the butel gaskets .
Facing south I sometimes find them melting and dripping in between the glass.
Anybody have an opinion on good and bad types or brands here ?
Thanks
Bob
Maybe not all,but I am noticing a disturbing trend of poor quality vinyl windows to the point I wonder if telling people to upgrade from single pane with storms is always a good idea.
I see busted seals at an alarming rate and lets face it buying a simple double hung to replace the warped ,not matched,tight,loose upper which falls when unlocked along with bad caulking makes me think.
I used to call casements "Florida windows" because they were made only for that climate and not Chicago's with all the drafts but now the casements seem superior along with "Horizontal sliders) which have the fewest issues of all.
Some brands are better than others .
"Climate Guard seems to be the best that I have inspected with fewest issues.
how about the kind that have no metal retainer over the butel gaskets .
Facing south I sometimes find them melting and dripping in between the glass.
Anybody have an opinion on good and bad types or brands here ?
Thanks
Bob
Historical Era Home Inspection in Gatesville, Texas
Tomorrow I am headed over to Gatesville to do an inspection on this cool old historic era home. I think it's awesome that I was able to find the picture of the home as it was originally built. 3996 sqft built in 1890.
Another first...the agent and client both say they know it's going to be a beast of a inspection/report so just do the inspection and give them the best price I can when I get finished.
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Another first...the agent and client both say they know it's going to be a beast of a inspection/report so just do the inspection and give them the best price I can when I get finished.
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How Much Does It Cost To Replace a Roof Covering?
http://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/roof...losing-article
Change the Location to get your area.
Price is in the ballpark for this area. :)
Change the Location to get your area.
Price is in the ballpark for this area. :)
Which outside ac unit went where?
Question !
I had to do 2 units of a quad-plex today and I had a hard time in figuring out which outside ac unit went where.
All four of the outside ac units were all together .
They all ran into one chase in the wall at the end of the building.
Without being labeled how would you know which one was the one I was looking for ? They all had independent disconnects ...
Dang it !
I know about turning the thing off.
But some were running and the others not.
And yes! My units were on the second floor, So! Turn it off run down stairs around the complex just hoping when I got there 3 were running and one was off.
Didn't I wish .
I tried the ol' Sherlock Homes deduction but that didn't help.
There was no one at home in the other 2 units ...
Then comes along a dude in a golf cart with a big chunk chewing tobacco in his mouth and said !
What the hell are you doing ?
Now ! I'm sweating like a Hebrew slave and don't really feel like talkin'.
But ! I said .. I'm trying to figure out which of there gal darn compressors go to where .
He had the nerve to call me a dumb a s s ( at that moment I really thought about murder)but , I said alright Smarty where do they go ?
It was written on the back side of the disconnect lids.
Yep ! I'm a Dumb A S S !
If I didn't have that guy how would it be done?
Motto of this story.
Ask the friggin' maintenance man !
PS: I violated the cardinal rule .
I got in a hurry .
Yep ! I wanted to hurry back and see what foolishness they were accusing Nathan about .
Not !
I had to do 2 units of a quad-plex today and I had a hard time in figuring out which outside ac unit went where.
All four of the outside ac units were all together .
They all ran into one chase in the wall at the end of the building.
Without being labeled how would you know which one was the one I was looking for ? They all had independent disconnects ...
Dang it !
I know about turning the thing off.
But some were running and the others not.
And yes! My units were on the second floor, So! Turn it off run down stairs around the complex just hoping when I got there 3 were running and one was off.
Didn't I wish .
I tried the ol' Sherlock Homes deduction but that didn't help.
There was no one at home in the other 2 units ...
Then comes along a dude in a golf cart with a big chunk chewing tobacco in his mouth and said !
What the hell are you doing ?
Now ! I'm sweating like a Hebrew slave and don't really feel like talkin'.
But ! I said .. I'm trying to figure out which of there gal darn compressors go to where .
He had the nerve to call me a dumb a s s ( at that moment I really thought about murder)but , I said alright Smarty where do they go ?
It was written on the back side of the disconnect lids.
Yep ! I'm a Dumb A S S !
If I didn't have that guy how would it be done?
Motto of this story.
Ask the friggin' maintenance man !
PS: I violated the cardinal rule .
I got in a hurry .
Yep ! I wanted to hurry back and see what foolishness they were accusing Nathan about .
Not !
Kick out flashing
Does anyone have some good illustrations or photos of kick out flashing properly installed where a roof meets the wall? I need a photo or illustration of kick out flashing with vinyl siding & J channel, and wood siding,
Free Inspector Freebies, Deals, and Discounts Pack.
Freebies, deals, and discounts pack shipped right to your door. $7.00 shipping and handling for U.S. and Canada.
http://www.inspectoroutlet.com/deals-and-discounts.aspx
Note: Each packet also includes a copy of the latest edition of the Now That You've Had a Home Inspection book.
http://www.inspectoroutlet.com/deals-and-discounts.aspx
Note: Each packet also includes a copy of the latest edition of the Now That You've Had a Home Inspection book.
Join EnergyLogic @ RaterFest! (& Get CEU's): Special Discount for InterNACHI Members!
EnergyLogic is excited to announce our 5th annual RaterFest! retreat, which will take place on September 13 15, 2013 near Black Hawk, CO. This incredible 2.5 day conference is located in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, and lodging, organic/local meals, and presentations/CEUs are included! Given our relationship with InterNACHI, EnergyLogic is extending a great discount to InterNACHI members $50 off the event registration. Please use discount code RFNACH when checking out on our event website to take advantage of this special offer.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
Join EnergyLogic at RaterFest! this September - InterNACHI (& other) CEU's Available!
EnergyLogic is excited to announce our 5th annual RaterFest! retreat, which will take place on September 13 15, 2013 near Black Hawk, CO. This incredible 2.5 day conference is located in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, and lodging, organic/local meals, and presentations/CEUs are included! Given our relationship with InterNACHI, EnergyLogic is extending a great discount to InterNACHI members $50 off the event registration. Please use discount code RFNACH when checking out on our event website to take advantage of this special offer.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
Join EnergyLogic at RaterFest! this September - InterNACHI (& other) CEU's Available!
EnergyLogic is excited to announce our 5th annual RaterFest! retreat, which will take place on September 13 15, 2013 near Black Hawk, CO. This incredible 2.5 day conference is located in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, and lodging, organic/local meals, and presentations/CEUs are included! Given our relationship with InterNACHI, EnergyLogic is extending a great discount to InterNACHI members $50 off the event registration. Please use the discount code RFNACH when checking out on our event website to take advantage of this special offer.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
RaterFest! Overview:
RaterFest! is an incredible retreat that provides attendees with a focused opportunity to learn, network, and swap stories with fellow Energy Professionals from across the country. Nestled amongst the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this conference features a full slate of rigorous sessions in a low-key, intimate learning environment. Attendees can expect a great weekend, full of enlightening and rewarding conversations both in and out of sessions. Hiking, campfires, organic/local meals, local brews, and panoramic mountain views make this retreat one you will want to attend year after year. We work hard to make it fun and enriching for everyone!
This year, RaterFest! will include 12+ sessions led by the industrys best and brightest including presentations by such seasoned presenters and industry leaders as:
·Mark LaLiberte Construction Instruction
·Sam Rashkin US Department of Energy
· Paul Morin Energy Conservatory
You can see all of our presenters and read their bios here.
Missouri Licensing Question
Hey all. I've read about legislation to set-up a Board for Home Inspector's.
Do I understand it correctly that there currently is no licensing requirement in MO?
I am currently a licensed LA inspector, but am from the Kansas City area.
Just curious how it works for inspectors back home.
Do I understand it correctly that there currently is no licensing requirement in MO?
I am currently a licensed LA inspector, but am from the Kansas City area.
Just curious how it works for inspectors back home.
Recertify With Flir / ITC
6-11-13
I just realized my Level I certification with ITC is up in a few months. Got on their web site and see there are several ways to recertify:
I don't see paying another $1,850 to retake the course:
I don't see me paying $595 to retake the certification exam.
I don't see me writing 2 papers on IR for trade journals.
I don't see me paying $1,595 to attend their annual whoopee-do.
SO .................................................. ............
__________________________________________________ ______
All certifications, including renewed certifications, are valid for five years.
Thermography Recertification Requirements
There are two ways to extend your thermography certification level:
I just realized my Level I certification with ITC is up in a few months. Got on their web site and see there are several ways to recertify:
I don't see paying another $1,850 to retake the course:
I don't see me paying $595 to retake the certification exam.
I don't see me writing 2 papers on IR for trade journals.
I don't see me paying $1,595 to attend their annual whoopee-do.
SO .................................................. ............
__________________________________________________ ______
All certifications, including renewed certifications, are valid for five years.
Thermography Recertification Requirements
There are two ways to extend your thermography certification level:
- Attend another ITC certification course
- Show continued involvement in thermography as outlined below:
- Show proof of continuous employment requiring thermographic work over the current certification period, plus earn 32 recertification credits in any combination of the following activities:
- Present a technical paper on infrared at a thermography conference (16 credits per paper). Submit a copy of the technical paper with a recertification form and fee of $145*.
- Publish an article on infrared for a technical trade journal, industry magazine, or the ITC InfraMation newsletter (16 credits per paper). Submit a copy of the article with a recertification form and fee of $145*.
- Attend sessions at a thermography conference or ITC application course (one credit per contact hour). Submit proof of attendance (with a verification form) at all sessions and send to ITC with a recertification form and fee of $145*.
- Show proof of continuous employment requiring thermographic work over the current certification period, plus earn 32 recertification credits in any combination of the following activities:
Passing the state test
Howdy to all inspectors across the nation!
My delema... I took the AHIT course back a few years ago once I finished the home study/online course I took the state test and did not pass I think I scored a 91.. I did take the professional course to work for myself. I kind of got discourage and put it on the shelf for a while.. then got back into it and done it a gain about a year later and still did not pass.. I think I got a 94.. I was suppose to get 120 right out of I think 180 or 150... I Had called AHIT to see if they could help me I figure I spent 1200 bucks that is the least they could do.. but I never got a response for them.. I tried to email them a few times and nobody seem to really want to help me... I was surprised I failed really I have been in contruction all my life did bathroom remodels and tile work for years.. I know that does not mean I know it all,, but I thought I would pass.....
So here is the delema.. I'm working drivng a truck now for over 2 years 14 hours a day make decent money, but I have no time to myself and I need to get back into my own business. I'm 56 it is hard to find a good paying job... it is hard to start a new career working for someone else.. I need to get my own business up and running... any advice from anyone ?
I already paid a good amount of money for the previous course.. does anyone know who might be able to help me... I'm not dumb or stupid I'm pretty smart actually. but for some crazy reason can't pass that state test.... I'm fustrated... I need to start my own business so I can have time to do my misssionary work once a year for a month... so I need to have flexibilty and make some good money too. Thanks everyone lord bless John
My delema... I took the AHIT course back a few years ago once I finished the home study/online course I took the state test and did not pass I think I scored a 91.. I did take the professional course to work for myself. I kind of got discourage and put it on the shelf for a while.. then got back into it and done it a gain about a year later and still did not pass.. I think I got a 94.. I was suppose to get 120 right out of I think 180 or 150... I Had called AHIT to see if they could help me I figure I spent 1200 bucks that is the least they could do.. but I never got a response for them.. I tried to email them a few times and nobody seem to really want to help me... I was surprised I failed really I have been in contruction all my life did bathroom remodels and tile work for years.. I know that does not mean I know it all,, but I thought I would pass.....
So here is the delema.. I'm working drivng a truck now for over 2 years 14 hours a day make decent money, but I have no time to myself and I need to get back into my own business. I'm 56 it is hard to find a good paying job... it is hard to start a new career working for someone else.. I need to get my own business up and running... any advice from anyone ?
I already paid a good amount of money for the previous course.. does anyone know who might be able to help me... I'm not dumb or stupid I'm pretty smart actually. but for some crazy reason can't pass that state test.... I'm fustrated... I need to start my own business so I can have time to do my misssionary work once a year for a month... so I need to have flexibilty and make some good money too. Thanks everyone lord bless John
Problems with my website
Apparently some people are having some trouble accessing my website. I realize I used a Mac-specific video style for my testimonials. I'm wondering if this was causing issues for PC users. I've pulled them off temporarily to see if this fixes the problem. Could someone check if my site still gets red-flagged by your spyware software? Thanks.
AC question
Being new to HI, I have a question for you seasoned professionals. While doing a maintenance job on a house, I noticed the customer's AC was connected directly to the nearby service panel, which I suppose is not an issue. But I also noticed it was served by a 20 amp breaker, while being listed for 30. Other than a tendency for the breaker to trip, is this a hazard or deficiency? Please give me a detailed explanation, since I am not fully versed on the subject. In advance, thank you!
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