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Associations, Certifications, Education, License
This does not include all of the Inspection Forums, Association-Contractor-Builder-Vendor Meetings, Periodicals, and Internet Research I do on my own time. I intend to stay as current and up to date as possible about the building industry so that you get the most value out of your inspection.
1998 Education Hours Achieved
May 15, 1998
American Inspectors Institute Nanci Hawes Real Estate School
#590A Residential Real Estate Inspection
June 12, 1998
American Inspectors Institute Nanci Hawes Real Estate School
#590B Residential Real Estate Inspection
June 28, 1998
American Inspectors Institute Nanci Hawes Real Estate School
#438 Professional Real Estate Inspection
July 23. 1998
Texas Professional Real Estate Inspector
Exam IDNO 881050278
August 31, 1998-Current
Texas Real Estate Commission Professional Inspector
TREC License # 4563
November 13, 1998
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
2 Hours Reporting Disclosure Statements
2 Hours TREC laws and Regulations
2 Hours Trade Secrets /Getting & Keeping Customers
2 Hours Standards of Practice
1999 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
October 1-2, 1999
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
4 Hours HVAC Systems
4 Hours Electrical Inspections
2 Hours Inspection of Siding
2 Hours Inspection Tools
4 Hours Framing Inspection
2000 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
October 27-28, 2000
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
2 Hours Foundation and Drainage
2 Hours Electrical Inspections
2 Hours Plumbing Inspections
2 Hours Inspecting EIFS
2001 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
March 29, 2001
HUD
Visual Assessment Course for Lead Pursuant to 24 Code of
Federal Regulation Part 35
May 11, 2001-Current
Exterior Design Institute
EIFS Third Party Inspector Certification and Moisture Analysis
EIFS-MA TX #39
July 7, 2001
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
8 Hours Inspecting Air Quality: Mold and Mildew
July 13-14, 2001
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
8 Hours Inspecting Air Quality: Mold and Mildew
March 29, 2001
HUD Visual Assessment Course for Lead Pursuant to 24 Code of Federal Regulation Part 35
May 11, 2001-Current
Exterior Design Institute EIFS Third Party Inspector Certification and Moisture Analysis EIFS-MA TX #39
2002 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
January 11-12, 2002
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
2 Hours TREC Investigative Process
2 Hours Foundation Repair
4 Hours Electric Code Changes and Inspections
8 Hours Report Writing Related to the Standards of Practice
October 11-12, 2002
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
8 Hours FEMA Basic Certification Course
October 12, 2002-Current
PaRR Disaster Housing Inspector # 14195
2003 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
May 12-16, 2003
UTA Residential Inspection for Energy Code Compliance
July 6-7, 2003
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
4 Hours IRC-Structural
4 Hours Inspecting Electrical Components & the IRC
October 17-18, 2003
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
8 Hours IRC
8 Hours Building Science 101
Nov 23 2003
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
2004 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
March 8, 2004
Plano Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Program
Certificate of Appreciation
June 4, 2004
AIA/Architectural Record (2 CEU)
University of Oklahoma
PAREX Dew Point Analysis
EIFS and the Building Codes
August 6, 2004-Current
NACHI Online Ethics and Standards of Practice Exams
Required for Membership
Oct 18 2004
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
October 29-30, 2004
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
4 Hours Residential Foundations
4 Hours Engineered Lumber
2 Hours Common Sense Inspections
2 Hours Illegal Drug Lab Awareness
4 Hours 1 & 2 Family Dwelling Electrical Systems
2005 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
January 14, 2005
AIA/Architectural Record (1 CEU)
University of Oklahoma
PAREX Dew Point and Wall Analysis
February 19, 2005
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
4 Hours Residential Pools
September 20, 2005
National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
Inspector Committee Report Changes 1.0 Credit hour
December 12, 2005
National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
Roof Inspection 1.0 Credit hour
Dec 21 2005
NACHI Online Roofing Course Final Exam
December 24, 2005
AIA/Architectural Record (1 CEU)
University of Oklahoma
Glass Block
2006 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
January 27, 2006
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
2 Hours Composition Roof
2 Hours Wood and Shake Shingle Roof
2 Hours Tile Roof
2 Hours Residential Pools
January 28, 2006
Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors
8 Hours Building Science Design and Repair
February 17, 2006
Champion School of Real Estate Plumbing Concerns
2 Hours
February 21, 2006
AIA/CES Tremco
Commercial Glazing Terminology & Systems
1.5 LU
February 27, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES
Gypsum 101 Course # NGC O9G
1.0 AIA/CES
February 27, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES Greenguard
GGRD0A Helping Your Clients Maintain Good Indoor Air Quality
1.0 LU
February 27, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES Davis Colors
DAV03A Integrally Colored Concrete
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES Bigfoot Systems
BIG03A Anchor and Footing Form for Concrete Construction Tubes
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES Mortar Net
MOR04A Assuring Water Resistance of Masonry Construction
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
RonBlank.com AIA/CES Stone Panels Inc.
STI04A Light Weight Honeycomb Reinforced Stone Cladding System
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Aegis Metal Framing, LLC
DIE05G - Why Build With Steel? Utilizing Light-Gauge Steel Framing Systems
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Dietrich Metal Framing
DIE05E - Metal Lath, Beads and Trims: Stucco and Plaster Products and Applications
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Dietrich Metal Framing
DIE05F - Light-Gauge Steel Framing Connection Products: Specifying Tested Connection Products That Limit Liability
1.0 LU
February 28, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Dietrich Metal Framing
DIE05C - Construction Joints: Head Of Wall Deflection Systems
1.0LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Nystrom Building Products
NYS05A - Aluminum Expansion Joint Covers
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Ultra-tec® Cable Railing Systems
ULT05A - PEDESTRIAN CABLE RAILINGS (Guardrails with cable in-fill)
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Wolmanized Wood
AWP06A - Pressure Treated Wood
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Arch Wood Protection
AWP06D - Fire Rated Wood - Interior and Exterior
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Silestone
COS06A — Understanding Quartz Surfacing Material
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Silestone
COS06B — Antimicrobial Material: A Way To Inhibit Mold And Mildew Growth
1.0 LU
March 12, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES BASF
BASF7A - Designing Sustainable Roofing Insulation Systems using Plastic Materials
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES RBA
CAR07A - Waterproofing the Building Envelope
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Elk
ELK07A - Asphalt Shingles & Roofing Products
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Icynene
ICY07A - Control of Condensation, Mold and Energy Leakage to Improve Building Performance
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Monier Lifetile
MLT07A — Concrete Roof Tile Orientation
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Metal Roofing Innovations
MRI07A - Use of Snow Retention Devices: Science or Fiction?
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES Parex
PAR07A - Exterior Insulation Finish System (EIFS)
1.0 LU
March 13, 2006
Ron Blank AIA/CES RIMA
RIM07A - Reflective Insulation, Radiant Barriers & Control Coatings
1.0 LU
NACHI Online Roofing Inspection Course Final Exam Apr 24, 2006 in Garland, TX
4.0 credit hours

NACHI Online Electrical Inspection Course Apr 24, 2006 in Garland, TX
4.0 credit hours

NACHI Online Electrical Inspection Course
Apr 25, 2006 in Garland, TX
4.0 credit hours
April 30, 2006
NACHI Safe Practices for the Home Inspector
4.0 credit hours

DESIGNING WITH SIDING Jun 11, 2006 in Garland, TX
1.5 credit hours
Champion Schools EIFS Aug 15, 2006 in Coppell, TX
1.0 credit hours
Champion Schools Symptoms of Cracked Heat Exchangers Aug 18, 2006 in Coppell, TX
2.0 credit hours
NACHINT meeting Phase Inspection Framing Aug 23, 2006 in Carrollton, TX
1.0 credit hours
Nov 13 2006
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
Dec 4-7, 2006 in Beaumont, TX
Texas Infrared Level I Infrared Thermography
32.0 credit hours

2007 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
Jan 9, 2007 in Irving, TX
TAREI Monthly meeting 1.0 credit hours
Jan 16, 2007 in Carrollton, TX
NACHINT meeting Photo Defects by Barry Adair http://www.adairinspection.com/
1.0 credit hours
Feb 13, 2007 in Irving, TX
TAREI meeting The Mystery of Grounding
1.0 credit hours
June 19, 2007 in Arlington, TX
NACHINT meeting inspection tips
1.0 credit hours
February 20, 2007 in Arlington, TX
NACHINT meeting Marketing
1.0 credit hours
July 4, 2007
NACHI Online Structural Course Final Exam
4.0 credit hours

Jul 8, 2007 in Garland, TX
NOC09A One Coat Stucco: The Most Efficient Stucco System Available
1.0 credit hours
Jul 10, 2007 in Irving, TX
NTTAREI Arch Foundations
1.0 credit hours
Jul 13, 2007 in San Antonio, TX
TAREI Texas NAWT On-site Wastewater Certification 8.0 credit hours
Jul 14, 2007 in San Antonio, TX
TAREI Texas On-site Wastewater Certification
8.0 credit hours
Jul 17 2007
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
Aug 30 2007
NACHI Standards of Practice Course Final Exam
3.0 credit hours

Sep 18, 2007 in Carrollton, TX
NACHINT meeting Mark Elliott, Yellow Hat Inspections IR Camera presentation
http://www.yellowhatinspections.com/
1.0 credit hours
Sep 27, 2007
CertainTeed Procedures for Successful Built-Up Asphalt Roofing and Repairs
1.5 credit hours
Nov 27, 2007 in Carrollton, TX
NACHINT meeting EIFS Inspections http://www.darboinspections.com/
1.0 credit hours
2008 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
Jan 10, 2008 in Coppell, TX
NSPF CPO Certification http://www.championsschool.com
8.0 credit hours
Jan 11, 2008 in Coppell, TX
NSPF CPI Certification http://www.championsschool.com
8.0 credit hours
Jan 15, 2008
HVAC with Air Mechanix http://www.airmechanix.com 1.0 credit hours
Mar 8 2008
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
Mar 15, 2008
Alternate Sheathing Systems for Roofs and Walls
1.0 credit hours
Mar 27, 2008
Polybutylene 1.0 credit hours
April 23, 2008
Green Water Heating with Propane: Retrofitting from Electric
1.0 credit hours
Apr 23, 2008
Propane and Underground Propane Tanks 1.0 credit hours
April 30, 2008
NACHI Online Inspector Safety Course Final Exam
4.0 credit hours

May 23, 2008
NACHI Online Inspecting Water Heater Tanks
4.0 credit hours

May 23, 2008
NACHI Online Inspecting Roofs
4.0 credit hours

July 15, 2008
TAREI meeting Report Writing w/Brian Murphy
1.0 credit hours
July 17, 2008
NACHI Online Green Building Final Exam
8.0 credit hours

July 21, 2008
NACHI Online Commercial Inspection Prerequisite Final Exam
3.0 credit hours

August 19, 2008
NACHI Meeting Bobbi Papas AirMechanix
1.0 credit hours
August 24, 2008
NACHI Mold Inspection Course
12.0 credit hours

September 7, 2008
One Coat Stucco: An Efficient Stucco System
1.0 credit hour/unit
September 8, 2008
Rolling Door Products Design Types
1.0 credit hour/unit
September 8, 2008
Excellence In Single-Wythe Concrete Masonry
1.0 credit hour/unit
September 12, 2008
NACHI Log Home Inspection Certification Final Exam
8.0 credit hours

October 21, 2008
NACHI meeting James Gentry Electric Issues
1.0 credit hour
Dec 6, 2008
Texas Standards of Practice
Irving, TX
8.0 credit hours
December 15-16, 2008
NACHI Advanced EIFS & Stucco Certification Course Ron Huffman
Denver, CO
16 credit hours
2009 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
January 20, 2009
NACHI meeting Richard Whitsitt “Houses Inside & Out”
1.0 credit hour
February 23, 2009
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
March 10, 2009
Infrared Training Center T Series Basics (including B200/250, B360/400)
5.0 ITC certification renewal credits
March 17, 2009
NACHI meeting Bob Payne
1.0 credit hour
March 30, 2009
Infrared Training Center i Series Basics (including b40/50/60
4.0 ITC certification renewal credits
September 8, 2009
NACHI Residential Plumbing Overview
8.0 credit hours
December 09, 2009
DL0615 Tubular Daylighting Devices
1.0 credit hour
December 31, 2009
NACHI How to Inspect Septic Systems
10 credit hours

December 31, 2009
NACHI How to Inspect Septic Systems
4.0 credit hours

2010 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
February 16, 2010
NTNACHI meeting John Cahill SOP-Request for Interpretation
1.0 credit hour
June 15, 2010
NACHI How to Inspect Pools and Spas
8 credit hours

August 16, 2010
NACHI Online Inspector Exam
Required annually
September 09, 2010
NACHI How to Perform Exterior Inspections
16 credit hours

September 13~15, 2010
Firestone Building Products University
20.0 Learning units
2011 Continuing Education Hours Achieved
Jan 1, 2011 in Garland, TX
INACHI Inspector Exam
Required annually
Jan 3, 2011 in Garland, TX
Durability in Commercial Roofing Assemblies AEC193 (GP-EN-19304-0611) AIA/CES Learning Units: 1 LU - 1 hour
Jan 10, 2011 in Garland, TX
Green Solutions for Parking, Paving, and Drainage: Flexible Plastic Porous & Other Pervious Systems Units: 1 LU - 1 hour
Jan 16, 2011 in Garland, TX
INACHI Deck Inspections Course 3.0 credit hours
Jan 16, 2011 in Garland, TX
INACHI Customer Service and Communication for Inspectors 4.0 credit hours
Jan 31, 2011 in Garland, TX
The Design & Performance Advantages of Composite Shake 1.0 credit hours
Feb 7, 2011 in Garland, TX
Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions HYCRETE Course Number: AEC396 (HY-EN-39601-0511) 1.0 credit hours
Feb 11, 2011 in Garland, TX
Exterior Inspections 1-2
4.0 credit hours
Feb 11, 2011 in Garland, TX
Advanced Inspection of Crawlspaces 3.0 credit hours
Feb 11, 2011 in Garland, TX
Inspecting Chinese Drywall
5.0 credit hours
Feb 15, 2011 in Garland, TX
BM-EN-23606-1210 Creating Healthy Living Environments with New Paint Technology
1.0
Feb 15, 2011 in Garland, TX
DY-EN-43201-1111 New Hand Dryer Technology: sustainable, hygienic, cost-effective 1.0
Feb 15, 2011 in Garland, TX GP-EN-43102-1111 Scheduling Benefits with Glass-Mat Technology 1.0
Feb 15, 2011 in Garland, TX
DR-EN-41101-0811 The Value of Exterior Insulation through the Use of EIFS 1.0
Feb 15, 2011 in Garland, TX
OH-EN-38801-0911 Upward-Acting Commercial Sectional Doors 1.0
February 21, 2011
Energy Efficiency and HVAC System Design GAD23A Adsil GreenCE, Inc.
1 AIA/CES LU/HSW/SD Hour
August 20, 2011 in Garland, TX
EIFS Update: Pick the Right Substrate (December 2010)
Course Number: AIA/CES K1012H
AIA/CES Learning Units: 1 HSW/SD/LU
August 22, 2011
Course Name: SOP Legal & Ethics Update
TPREIA
6.0 CE Hours
October 17, 2011
Course Name: Building Livable Communities GIP32A
Technologies for Sustainable Streets
1.0 CE Hours
November 1, 2011
How fake buildings are destroying our future
GreenCE Webinar
1.0 CE Hours
December 16, 2011
Behavior Based Safety
NSPF CE Hours
1.0
01/03/2012
Basic Thermography Exam Beta Version
NACBI Members Only Forum
1.0 CE Hours
01/04/2012
OSHA LIFT TRUCK SAFETY & OPERATION
http://www.free-training.com/
1.0 CE Hours
01/04/2012
OSHA PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT PPE
http://www.free-training.com/
1.0 CE Hours
01/04/2012
OSHA Back Safety
http://www.free-training.com/
1.0 CE Hours
01/06/2012
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION
http://www.free-training.com/
1.0 CE Hours
01-14-11
TREC Standards, Legal & Ethics
InterNACHI
6.0 CE Hours
01-24-12
Inspector Exam
InterNACHI
1.0 CE Hours
01-30-12
WBDG09 High-Performance EIFS for Sustainable Construction
National Institute of Building Sciences
1.0 CE Hours
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