Qualifications
Jay Hensleigh comes to inspecting homes from a different angle: that of a trained scientist. Holding a Master's Degree in fishery biology, Jay was trained to be thorough, methodical, and objective in his career. These qualities are well-suited for a masterful home inspector. Following his successful career as a biologist, he shifted gears to pursue interests in remodeling, construction, and wood working. It has now been over 10 years since he began working on new construction, remodeling and home maintenance projects, and over 5 years as a licensed contractor.
Jay is an active member of the Oregon Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) and currently serves on the board of directors for that group.
- Education and training related to home inspections includes:
- 2009, 4-Hr Home Energy Review Solutions, Energy Trust of Oregon.
- 2009, 16-Hr PTCS Duct Sealing, Energy Trust of Oregon.
- 2008, 16-Hr HVAC Inspection Course, Kaplan ITA.
- 2008, Structural Pest Control, Chemeketa Community College, Salem, OR.
- 2005, 6-Day Resid. Inspection, School of Bldg Inspection, Salt Lake City, UT.
- 2005, Getting Started in the Home Inspection Profession, Kaplan ITA.
- 2004, Home Inspection Training, Portland Community College, Portland, OR.
- 2004-2009, Over 22 monthly seminars offered through OAHI.
- Jay's other interests and activities include:
- Volunteer Board Member of Tualatin Valley Artists, Hillsboro.
- Volunteer Assistant Coach, Westview Youth Football, Beaverton.
- Surfing, playing guitar, sailboat racing, fishing for salmon and steelhead.
State Licenses & Certifications
- Construction Contractors Board #: 160074
- Oregon Certifies Home Inspector #: 1061
- Oregon Department of Agriculture (Structural Pests Category) #: AG-L1004316CPA
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Information Packets
These handy one-page PDF files provide a review on various topics.
March 2006 - Pre-list "seller's" inspections.
April 2006 - Spring maintenance.
May 2006 - GFCI Outlets.
Fall 2006 - Fall maintenance.
Spring 2009 - Why inspect a bank-owned home?
Fall 2009 - Inspecting "winterized" bank-owned homes.
Jay Hensleigh, OCHI# 1061