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February 2006 Luncheon Meeting recap... Approximately 35 NAIFA members and appraiser guests came out to see Rich Hofeld, president of Housemaster Home Inspection Service discuss the exterior, interior and systems components of a house and how to spot defects that should be addressed in appraisal reports. A summary of the presentation follows: How to Spot Common Defects in Homes Rich Hofeld, president Housemasters Home Inspections Service Established in 1983, Housemasters has performed over 35,000 inspections. Rich will speak on “How to Spot Common Defects in Homes”, Covering such areas as: Exterior: Good roofing versus poor roofing Proper grading Water penetration Interior: Basement wall cracks – how to identify structural vs. settlement Proper support columns Insulation and ventilation Systems: Furnace/boilers Plumbing/septic Electrical . Chapter President John Wittert, National President Tom Munizzo and guest speaker Rich Hofeld |
