Residential Structural Inspections: For Real Estate Agents
Presented By:
Mike Joyce

Front Line Home Inspectors
March 12, 2026
10:00 AM Eastern Time
Howard Hanna Mentor
8396 Mentor Ave
Mentor, OH 44060
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Approved State(s): OH  Category: Elective
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The overall structure of a home is the backbone that holds everything in place. For many, the structural integrity of a home is often viewed as the most crucial part of the home-buying process. By being able to observe and report on these critical matters during the structural portion of a home inspection, real estate agents are in a unique position to offer expertise and peace of mind to all parties involved in the home-buying process.

Course Details
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Define terms commonly used during the structural portion of the home inspection process.
• Understand common causes of structural damage.
• Understand risks associated with inspecting structural components during a home inspection.
• Identify areas to consider during structural portion of the home inspection, including attics, basements, crawlspaces, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors.
• Define common concerns related to the inspection of the exterior structure and related components, including property lots, decks, porches and foundations.
• List examples of limitations that should be noted in a report of the structural inspection.
About The Instructor
After 15 years in hospitality, Mike followed in his parents’ footsteps—first as a realtor, then as a home inspector. He ran Joyce Home Inspections before merging with Front Line in 2024. Outside of work, he spends time with his wife and two kids, coaching Little League, exploring the Metroparks, and cheering on Cleveland sports in his hometown of Geauga County.
Education Credits
Real Estate Continuing Education (Ohio) 
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Category: Elective
Price: FREE (No Fee)

Having fully met the requirements of the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing, the following course approval has been granted. Provider Approval: RECE.2014001204. Course Approval: L36601001E 25
Contact Us
Education Provider

Preferred Systems, Inc.
1001 State Street, Suite 1400
Erie, PA 16501
Phone: 888.455.7437
info@preferrededucation.com
www.preferrededucation.com
Instructor

Mike Joyce
Front Line Inspection Services
2381 Chatham Rd
Akron, OH 44313
Phone: 330.679.8161
Mike@frontlineoh.com
www.frontlineoh.com
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