SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Charlie Sessums, owner of Alpha Building Consultants is both a Residential and Commercial Inspection Contractor. His company performs residential inspections in the state of Mississippi and commercial inspections throughout the southeast. He has over 20 years experience as a builder, inspector and consultant in the construction and forensics industry.

Mr. Sessums is a Licensed Home Inspector (MHIB 0187 NH) in the state of Mississippi and was appointed by the Governor to the Mississippi Home Inspection Regulatory Board. He served as the board’s vice-chair until 2009. At that time Mr. Sessums was invited to be a member of “The Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors.” As a board member of the EBPHI he has helped improve the test used by most states to license home inspectors. He has performed over 1000 inspections. He is a licensed builder (# R05453).

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Owner/Inspector C R Services of Mississippi, Inc . DBA: Alpha Inspection Brandon, MS

October 2001-present

Perform residential inspections.
Perform commercial (ASTM compliant) inspections and reserve studies.
Perform new construction inspections.
Provide litigation and expert witness services for home buyers, builders and other parties.
Perform draw inspections on new construction and construction projects.
Create training program and train new inspectors.

QA/QC Manager, Jacob/Preferred Management Group, Jackson, MS

September 2008 – December 2009

Served as a sub-consultant on the 2006 Jackson Public School bond issue.
Conducted daily site inspections to confirm compliance with professional specifications and drawings.
Oversaw contractors, testing labs, concrete pours and inspected any work before it was covered.
Inspected both deep pile and shallow foundations.
Oversaw and inspected multiple projects simultaneously.
Inspected buildings in excess of 100,000 square feet with budgets of more than nineteen million dollars.

Owner, C R Services of Mississippi, Inc., Brandon, MS

1998 to present

Perform construction, repairs and remodels for commercial and residential clients.
Create estimates and proposals for commercial and residential projects.
Determine schedule and tracking for projects.
Hire and oversee employees.
Train new employees.
Complete invoicing, job analysis and bookkeeping.

Project Superintendent, Love Irrigation, Ridgeland, MS

1996-1998

Created estimates and bids for commercial and residential irrigation system installation and maintenance.
Designed irrigation systems to meet the specific needs of the customers.
Supervised the implementation of commercial and residential systems.
Tested, certified and installed backflow prevention systems.
Maintained contact with clients before and during projects.
Trained and supervised employees.
Scheduled subcontractors and other tradesmen.
Designed and implemented a safety program for the company.
Coordinated with the necessary government agencies for permits.

Project Superintendent, DeRanz Building Systems , Brandon, MS

1990-1996

Supervised employees.
Completed schedule of subcontractors and tradesmen.
Maintained a safe and clean work environment.
Conducted regular meetings to assure all trades work together to meet deadlines in a cooperative manner.
Coordinated with city, county and state agencies on permits and inspections.
Supervised the construction and completion of several local restaurants and businesses.
Maintained contact with clients to determine project details and requirements.
Maintained contact with clients before and during projects.

LITIGATION EXPERT CASE EXPERIENCE

(Supplied on Request–Client Confidentiality Rules Apply)

EDUCATION

University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS – Bachelor of Science in Industrial Accounting 1983
Inspection Training Associates International Training School – Contractors Course 2001
Inspection Training Associates International Training School – HUD/FHA 2001

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS

Certified Diagnostic Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP)
HUD 203K Consultant
American Society of Home Inspectors Member (#205826)
International Code Certified for Residential One and Two Family
Mississippi Home Inspector (license MHIB 0187 NH)

HONORS

Board Member for “The Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors,” 2011
Contributing author for upcoming “ASHI Home Inspector Training Guide,” 2010
Chair of the Mississippi Home Inspection Regulatory Board, 2009 – 2010
Subject Matter Expert to “The Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors,” 2009-2011
Appointed by the Governor of Mississippi to the Home Inspection Regulatory Board, 2008
President of the Mississippi chapter of The American Society of Home Inspectors, 2007-2009

ONGOING EDUCATION

ASHRAE 90.1-2010 Course – 2014

Energy Codes for Commercial and State Owned Buildings

American Society of Home Inspectors – Inspection World Annual Conference – 2014

Website Optimization
Fortified Homes Evaluation
7 Levels of Communication
Pool and Spa Inspections
Reserve Funds Studies

American Society of Home Inspectors – Inspection World Annual Conference – 2013

Wood Truss Inspections
Supplemental Streams of Revenue
Inspecting Decks, Stairs and Handrails
Manufactured and Modular Home Inspections
Mobile Phone Tools to Market and Run your Business

American Society of Home Inspectors – Inspection World Annual Conference – Smart Track – 2012

Interior
Cooling

InterNACHI- 2012

Residential Electrical Inspections
Roof Inspection
25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know
Deck Inspections

Evan Terry Associates, P.C. – 2012

A Review of Selected Issues in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
Accessible Parking, Exterior Route, Ramps and Curb Ramps

Deck Building – On-Line Course 2011

Level 1 & Level 2 Combo Course for Diagnostic Home Energy Survey – Boise, ID -2010

Energy Code Introduction 2009 IECC
Homestar and Residential Energy Audits
Plumbing Code Review
Infrared Imaging and Energy Audits
HVAC High Efficiency Systems
Engineered Wood
Advance Structure Inspections & Reporting
Deck Safety
Spray foam insulation

ASHI Inspection World – Orlando -2010

Understanding Today’s HVAC
Role of the Home Inspector in Divorce Real Estate
Social Media Marketing for Home Inspectors
Wind Resistant Construction
2009 International Residential Building Code
Partnering with Other Professionals
Truth Behind the Walls & Go Green With Thermal Imaging

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Las Vegas – 2010

Understanding Today’s HVAC Systems
Role of the Home Inspector in Divorce Real Estate
Wind Resistant Construction
2009 International Residential Building Code
Truth Behind the Walls & Go Green with Thermal Imaging

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Orlando – 2009

Eco-Inspector: Building Science
Capital Reserve Studies
Infrared: A Fad or the New Industry Standard
From Hail to Hurricane: Extreme Weather and Roofing
Green Energy Building Inspections
Foundation Problems and Identification
Crawl Space Floor Structure and Defects
Decks: The Ups and Downs, Design and Failure

ICC Mechanical and Plumbing Code Certification Classe s – Pearl – 2008

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – New Orleans – 2008

Measuring a Home’s Energy Performance
EIFS: What Every Home Inspector Should Know, and Inspect
Commercial Inspections
Understanding Dampness
Residential Moisture Intrusion, Building Science and Forensic Investigations
New Construction Inspections

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Los Angeles – 2007

Concrete and Steel Structures: An Overview of Commercial Structures
Crawlspace and Floor Structure Defects: Recognition, Causes and Cures
Hardcoat Stucco
The Next Step – Forensic Investigations
Basement Inspections
2006 International Residential Code, Building Planning 1
Expert Witness

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Ft. Lauderdale – 2006

Digital Photography for Home Inspectors
Wood Deck Defects
Pool and Spa Inspections
Water Intrusion Into Buildings: Forensic Investigations
Commercial Electrical
New Construction Crises – Home Inspectors to the Rescue
Flat Roofs
Building Science, Part One
Building Science, Part Two
Structural Inspections Mississippi

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Austin – 2005

Inspecting Engineered Lumber Frame Houses
Alternative Energy Sources
Fireplaces and Chimneys
Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters
Commercial Air Conditioning Systems
Decks, Stairways, and Balconies
Phased New Construction Inspections: Pre-Drywall Inspections

American Society of Home Inspectors Inspection World Annual Conference – Albuquerque – 2004

New Construction Inspection
Indoor Air Quality
Managing Breakdowns in Customer Interactions
3 Prong Outlets are Big Fat Liars
National Electrical Code Basics
The Applied DISC Model
Engineered Lumber
Advanced Plumbing Inspections
Chimney, Fireplace and Hearth Appliance Inspections
Situational Service
Moisture Intrusion