Education & Resources
Resources for Homeowners & Inspectors
Knowledge is the best protection for your home. Browse Daniel's published guides, helpful links, and practical information to help you make informed decisions.
Published Works
Books by Daniel J. Matthews Jr.
Residential Home Maintenance Manual
A Homeowner's Guide to Protecting Your Investment
By Daniel J. Matthews Jr.
A practical, plain-language reference covering the systems and components of your home — what to maintain, when to maintain it, and how to spot problems before they become expensive repairs. Written by an ASHI-certified inspector with years of hands-on experience in Middle Georgia homes.
- Seasonal maintenance schedules for every major home system
- Roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical care guidance
- How to identify early warning signs of common defects
- Tips for extending the life of appliances and mechanical systems
- Written for homeowners — no technical background required
Ideal for: First-time homebuyers, current homeowners, and anyone preparing to sell
Illustrated Guide for Home Inspectors
A Field Reference for Identifying Defects
By Daniel Matthews
A visual field reference designed for working home inspectors and students entering the profession. Covers defect identification, documentation best practices, and professional reporting standards — organized for quick reference in the field.
- Illustrated defect identification across all major home systems
- Documentation and reporting standards aligned with ASHI guidelines
- Organized for fast field reference during live inspections
- Covers structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental concerns
- Useful for both new inspectors and experienced professionals
Ideal for: Home inspection students, newly licensed inspectors, and experienced professionals
Commercial Property Maintenance & Inspection Manual
A Practical Guide for Business Owners, Facility Managers, and Property Managers
By Daniel J. Matthews Jr.
A comprehensive reference for anyone responsible for maintaining commercial properties. Covers the full spectrum of building systems — from roofing and HVAC to electrical, plumbing, drainage, fire & life safety, and indoor air quality — with practical checklists and proactive maintenance strategies.
- Covers roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, drainage, fire & life safety, and indoor air quality
- Facility inspection checklists for systematic property walkthroughs
- Proactive maintenance strategies to protect your investment
- Written for non-technical readers — business owners and managers alike
- Published by Right Choice Home Inspections LLC
Ideal for: Business owners, facility managers, property managers, and commercial real estate investors
Coming Soon
The Client-First Home Inspector
The Client-First Home Inspector is a comprehensive professional training series designed to teach inspectors how to perform thorough, consistent, fact-based residential inspections while keeping the client’s safety, understanding, and decision-making needs at the center of the process. Rather than teaching inspectors to identify isolated defects, the series emphasizes whole-house relationships, root-cause analysis, safe inspection methods, defensible documentation, and clear reporting. Inspectors learn to distinguish observed evidence from suspected causes, recognize inspection limitations, correlate conditions across multiple systems, and recommend proportionate next actions without exceeding the scope of a visual, non-invasive inspection.
Foundations
Foundation Types, Defects, Drainage & Exceptional Reporting
Exterior Systems
Siding, Doors, Decks, Grading, Drainage & Site Systems
Residential Framing & Structure
Load Paths, Framing Systems, Alterations & Structural Evidence
Residential Electrical Systems
Service Equipment, Panels, Branch Circuits & Electrical Safety
Residential Plumbing Systems
Supply, Distribution, Water Heating, DWV, Fuel & Sump Systems
Residential HVAC Systems
Equipment, Distribution, Heating, Cooling, Controls & Performance
Residential Roofing Systems
Coverings, Drainage, Flashings, Penetrations & Roof Evidence
Fireplaces, Chimneys & Solid-Fuel Systems
Fireboxes, Hearths, Vents, Flues, Chimneys & Combustion Safety
Residential Interiors
Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Doors, Windows, Stairs & Cabinetry
Attics, Insulation, Ventilation & Exhaust Systems
Attic Structure, Insulation, Ventilation, Exhaust & Building Science
Trusted Links
Helpful Resources
A curated list of government agencies, industry organizations, and Georgia-specific resources to help you stay informed about your home and the inspection process.
Safety & Testing
- EPA — Radon InformationOfficial EPA guidance on radon testing, health risks, and mitigation.
- EPA — Indoor Air QualityResources on common indoor air pollutants and how to improve air quality at home.
- EPA — Lead in Paint, Dust & SoilHealth information and testing guidance for lead hazards in older homes.
- CDC — Mold & DampnessCDC guidance on mold health effects, prevention, and remediation.
Industry Standards
- ASHI — American Society of Home InspectorsThe professional association setting standards for home inspectors across the country.
- AHIT — American Home Inspectors TrainingThe training institute behind Daniel's professional certification.
- Georgia Secretary of State — LicensingVerify inspector licensing and credentials in the state of Georgia.
Georgia Homeowner Resources
- Georgia EPD — Well Water TestingGeorgia Environmental Protection Division guidance on private well water safety.
- HUD — Home Buying GuideFederal guidance on the home buying process, including inspection rights.
- Georgia Real Estate CommissionLicensing and consumer protection resources for Georgia real estate transactions.
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