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February 9th and 10th, 2012
All day classes approved for up to 12 NYS / NJ/ CT / ASHI / NAHI credits
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Location
Domenico's Pizzeria Restaurant
3270 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY
(516) 735-5535
Map and directions
Course descriptions
Inspecting Brick Structures
(1.5 hrs)
by Brian Trimble, PE, LEED AP, FASTM
An overview of inspecting brick structures including efflorescence, old brick and mortar, chimneys, retaining walls, and maintenance issues.
Home Inspectors and Building Codes
(3 hrs)
by Evan F. Grugett
Learn the difference between a home inspector and a code inspector-and how to NOT get into trouble by confusing the two. Understand what you need to look at, what you can and cannot comment on, and how to give this information to your client.
Inspecting Swimming Pools
(1.5 hrs)
by Jamie Schafer
This course will provide an outline for inspecting residential swimming pools. It will include lecture, discussion, and photographs of swimming pools and their systems. In addition, the course will focus on report writing techniques that will enable the homeowner and repair person to understand what needs to be done to correct defects.
Residential Plumbing Inspections)
(1.5 hrs)
by Frank Minissale
This is an introduction to residential plumbing supply, waste, and venting systems; an overview of the installation of the overall systems; a review of domestic hot and cold water supply piping; a discussion of waste lines and common problems; and backflow prevention devices.
Residential Home Oil Heating Systems
(1.5 hrs)
by John Levey
This course will provide an outline for inspecting the oil heat systems that provide heat and hot water to approximately 10 million homes throughout the United States. The course will include lecture, discussion, and photographs of how systems look when functioning properly or malfunctioning. In addition, the course will focus on report writing techniques that will enable the homeowner and repair person to understand what needs to be done to correct defects.
Roofing Inspections
(3 hrs)
by George Parsons
This presentation will cover slate, asphalt, and roll roofing, including surface and underlayment materials, life expectancy, most common problem areas, what to look for when inspecting a roof, common signs of aging and where to look for them, and common misconceptions regarding application, durability and maintenance.
Price structure
| Before 2/6 | 2/6 and After |
| 1 day - 6 CEUs | $115 | $140 |
| Both days - 12 CEUs | $190 | $240 |
Register by 2/6/2010 to qualify for $25 discount for each daytime session (up to $50 discount)
To register online: Click here
To register by mail: Send a note with your contact info (incl. name, email, license#, and phone #), the days you plan to attend, and a check payable to Long Island ASHI to:
Robert Silverman,
49 Broadview Dr,
Commack NY 11725
516-236-9620
Course Schedule
Thursday February 9th
| 7:30-8:00 | Sign-in and breakfast |
| 8:00 - 9:30 | Swimming Pools |
| 9:30 - 10:00 | Break |
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Brick Structures |
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Lunch |
| 12:30 - 2:00 | Roofing |
| 2:00 - 2:30 | Break |
| 2:30 - 4:00 | Roofing |
Friday February 10th
| 7:30-8:00 | Sign-in and breakfast |
| 8:00 - 9:30 | Safety Issues (Code) |
| 9:30 - 10:00 | Break |
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Safety Issues (Code) |
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Lunch |
| 12:30 - 2:00 | Plumbing |
| 2:00 - 2:30 | Break |
| 2:30 - 4:00 | Oil |
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** Breakfast and lunch are included **
Instructor Bios
Brian Trimble, PE, LEED AP, FASTM, has been involved in the masonry industry for over 25 years and has worked at Brick Industry Association for over 19 years, serving in various positions. Brian has coordinated BIA's educational activities, provided technical support for architects and engineers, performed inspections and plans reviews, delivered a multitude of presentations, and wrote and oversaw publication of technical documents. He now heads up architectural and builder outreach in the Northeast and Midwest for BIA.
Evan F. Grugett is a Registered NY State Building & Fire Code Enforcement Officer, a Member of NYS Building Officials Conference, a Certified Code Administrator (CCA), a member of Westchester County Building Officials Chapter, and a Professional Member of the International Codes Conference.
Jamie Schafer has over 16 years of experience as a Professional Home Inspector. He has an architectural background, with additional experience in swimming pool service and construction. He is also licensed by New York State to teach Home Inspection.
Frank Minissale has an extensive background in plumbing, both hands-on and management of construction. He is a plumbing service manager for Petro Oil.
John Levey, president of the Oil Heat Institute of Long Island, is a consultant and educator who brings over 30 years of industry experience to our seminar. He provides education in diverse topics, including HVAC, oil tanks (buried and above-ground), customer service, and service department operation, among other subjects.
George Parsons is a 3rd generation owner of George Parsons Roofing, a well-respected roofing company based on Long Island. He is one of the most knowledgeable slate and tile roof experts in the region and has over 30 years of "on the roof experience." He started his career being a helper and moved up to a full roofing mechanic capable of any and all roofing installations including the very difficult, such as slate work and custom copper work.
