Home Inspection University -Illinois

Instructors: The instructors would consist of well-respected ASHI members that have teaching experience and are recognized as home inspector trainers in Illinois . The instructors have presented not only in their home states, but also nationally and are recognized by numerous national organizations as leaders in the profession. Following is a brief resume of the instructors that will be providing your training.

Charles M. Bellefontaine - A leader in the home inspection field since 1991. He personally completed over 12,000 Inspections ranging from Executive Homes to Public Housing Units of the CHA. Charles is active in the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) both on the Local and National levels. Charles was an officer and director of the American Society of Home Inspectors, past president of the Illinois Society of Professional Home Inspectors, and has held numerous other leadership positions in the home inspection field. He has been quoted by numerous national and local news agencies as an expert in the home inspection profession. Charles is also a professional firefighter since 1984, and is very interested in safety conditions in the home.

Corey Friedman – As a well respected home inspector since 1988, he established Greater Chicago Home Inspections located in Northbrook , IL . His extensive background in construction dates back to 1981 as a builder and general contractor. Corey achieved the highest level of a supervisory licensed electrician in 1987. He has been an active member of the American Society of Home Inspectors since 1993. He is a leader in the local Northern Illinois Chapter of ASHI. Corey is also a member of the National Fire Protection Agency, International Association of Electrical Inspectors, International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, American Indoor Air Quality Council, and the Architectural Engineering Institute. His technical expertise is a valued bonus that students use consistently as a reference to any unusual situation.