Home Inspectors
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This section contains a number of resources compiled to assist members with their needs in connection with Home Information Packs and associated services.
This guide has been compiled with reference to The BCIS guidance notes in order to assist with the understanding needed to use BCIS online.
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A selection of guidance on bricks and brick bonds likely to be of interest to Home Inspectors and Surveyors.
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Additional information and advice on compliance with the Data Protection Act (1998)
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This document has been compiled primarily as guidance for Home Inspectors and Domestic Energy Assessors who have a need to verify the approximate age of a property as part of the inspection / assessment process. It will be of use to any professional who has a similar need to establish the age of a property.
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Domestic heating by gas or oil boiler systems
Energy Efficiency Best Practice in Housing issued by the Energy Savings Trust.
Excellent backgroung knowledge on types of heating equipment and installation.
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English Heritage Interim Guidance relating to Energy Performance Certificates for Historic and Traditional Homes
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These complaints procedures are provided as examples of procedures used or created by Home Inspectors or DEAs (or trainees). They must not be relied upon to be suitable for use by others or to be legally sound and it must be remembered that the requirements of different accreditation bodies may vary and governing rules may change.
These examples are provided only as a useful cross reference for members who wish to develop the content of their own procedures. Use of any or all of the content is entirely at the member’s own risk.
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These forms are provided as examples of forms used or created by Home Inspectors or trainee Home Inspectors. They are not guaranteed to be suitable for use but provide a useful cross reference for members who wish to develop their own forms.
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These letters are provided as examples of letters used or created by Home Inspectors or trainee Home Inspectors. They are not guaranteed to be suitable for use by others but provide a useful cross reference for members who wish to develop the content of their own letters.
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These terms are provided as examples of terms used or created by Home Inspectors or trainee Home Inspectors. They must not be relied upon to be suitable for use by others or to be legally sound. They are provided only as a useful cross reference for members who wish to develop the content of their own terms. Use of any or all of the content is entirely at the member’s own risk.
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FREE download software which is likely to be of use to members
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Provided by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE)
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Members are entitled to use the gotohip member's logo to indicate their membership of an organisation which enhances their access to essential knowledge and guidance.
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These downloads will provide an understanding of some of the terms and issues surrounding Green Energy
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These Factsheets on historic buildings have been prepared for and are kindly made available by the Defence Estates Organisation
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This document has been put together primarily as a revision aid for Home Inspectors seeking to pass the ABBE exam. It will however contain information useful to professionals involved in all parts of the Home Information Pack process.
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This quick reference leaflet is published quarterly and contains a snapshot of the main housing and planning data.
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Guidance on planning issues for example:
In some cases, provided the installation is not of an unusual design, or involves a listed building, and is not in a designated area, SWH systems are regarded as “permitted development” and is thus deemed not to require a planning application.
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These factsheets have been compiled to assist with the understanding of what to expect when inspecting PVC-U windows (and doors)
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These factsheets are intended to provide a greater understanding of services which may be encountered during a home inspection or energy assessment
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