National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast
The Complete National Home Inspector Training Manual—In Audio Form
Welcome to National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast—the most comprehensive audio course for aspiring home inspectors preparing for the National Home Inspector Exam.
Your Complete Exam Preparation Resource
This is a complete professional training program based on the National Home Inspection Training Manual, transformed into detailed audio lessons you can study anywhere, anytime. Whether you're commuting, at the gym, or reviewing before bed, master the entire home inspection curriculum.
Complete 16-Discipline Coverage:
This training program covers ALL major areas tested on the National Home Inspector Exam:
📋 Analysis & Reporting - Professional report writing and communication
❄️ Cooling Systems - Air conditioning, heat pumps, and distribution
⚡ Electrical Systems - Service equipment, panels, circuits, wiring, safety devices
🏠 Exterior Components - Siding, trim, doors, windows, finishes
🔥 Fireplaces & Chimneys - Masonry and factory-built systems, venting, safety
📖 Complete Glossary - Essential professional terminology
🔥 Heating Systems - Furnaces, boilers, distribution, controls
🌬️ Insulation & Ventilation - Attic ventilation, insulation types, energy efficiency
🍳 Kitchen Appliances - Ranges, ovens, dishwashers, disposals, built-ins
🚰 Plumbing Systems - Supply, drainage, water heaters, fixtures
👔 Professional Responsibilities - Ethics, standards of practice, business practices
🏚️ Roof Components - Coverings, flashings, drainage, structural elements
🌳 Site Conditions - Grading, drainage, driveways, landscaping
🏗️ Structural Components - Foundations, framing, load paths, structural defects
🪟 House Interior - Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, doors, windows
200+ Detailed Episodes
Each episode provides in-depth coverage of specific topics within each discipline. Episodes are designed to be studied in sequence, building your knowledge systematically from fundamentals to advanced inspection techniques.
Who This Is For:
✅ New home inspectors studying for the National Home Inspector Exam
✅ Career changers entering the home inspection profession
✅ Real estate professionals expanding technical knowledge
✅ Anyone preparing for state licensing exams
✅ Practicing inspectors seeking continuing education
Why This Training Works:
🎯 Exam-Focused - Aligned with National Home Inspector Exam requirements
🎯 Field-Tested - Based on real inspection scenarios and common defects
🎯 Code-Referenced - Current IRC standards and industry best practices
🎯 Comprehensive - Complete coverage, not just highlights
🎯 Audio Learning - Study while driving, working out, or multitasking
🎯 Sequential Structure - Logical progression builds expertise systematically
Study Approach:
For best results, listen to episodes in numerical order within each discipline. Take notes, pause to review complex topics, and re-listen to challenging sections. This is professional training designed for exam success.
Beyond the Podcast:
This podcast is part of our complete National Home Inspector Training program. For comprehensive training including visual materials, practice exams, hands-on demonstrations, and certification support, visit [YOUR WEBSITE URL].
National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast
13 - Sewage Ejectors and Sump Pumps - Pumping Systems for Below-Grade Fixtures
Understand the critical differences between sewage ejectors and sump pumps in this focused episode covering pumping systems that move wastewater and groundwater from below-grade areas. Confusing these systems can lead to serious reporting errors.
Sewage ejectors receive comprehensive coverage, starting with when they're needed: basement fixtures located below the public sewer or septic tank level. We explain the two ejector types—standard discharge and grinder pumps—and why grinder pumps are more common in residential applications.
Component requirements are covered in detail: sump pit sizing (minimum 18 inches diameter, 24 inches deep), pump specifications, discharge and vent pipe sizing, and required valves. You'll learn why air admittance valves cannot be used to vent sewage ejectors and proper vent pipe sizing (minimum 1¼ inches).
Critical installation requirements receive attention: the pit must be sealed gas-tight with a removable cover, the discharge pipe must be minimum 2 inches, and both a check valve and full-open valve must be accessible in the discharge line. We explain proper discharge pipe connection methods to the gravity drainage system.
Inspection limitations are acknowledged: sealed pits prevent visual inspection, so evaluation is primarily operational. You'll learn safe testing procedures and how to verify power availability before attempting operation.
Sump pumps receive equally thorough coverage, starting with the critical distinction from sewage ejectors: sump pumps handle only storm water and groundwater, never sewage. Pit construction, pump types (submersible versus pedestal), and discharge pipe materials are explained.
Check valve requirements are discussed, including why they're a recent addition and how they prevent water from flowing back into the pit after pump shutoff. Discharge location requirements receive extensive coverage, including why certain discharge points are inappropriate and potentially illegal.
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