Kitchen and Bath Appliances: What Real Estate Agents Need to Know
Presented By:
Andrew Nightingale

Focused Property Inspections
August 12, 2026
9:00 AM Eastern Time
Maine Pointe Lending
202 US Route 1, Unit 102
Falmouth, ME 04105
2.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Approved State(s): ME
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Interested buyers and sellers often ask real estate agents basic questions regarding kitchen and bath appliances. Participants of this course will learn about the different types of kitchen and bath appliances available to consumers, the basics of how those appliances function, and common problems associated with those appliances. Completion of this course will allow participants to provide increased insight on kitchen and bath appliances to their clients.  

Course Details
Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the basic characteristics of kitchen appliances including dishwashers, refrigerators, food waste disposals, ranges, ovens, exhaust vents, microwave ovens and trash compactors.
  • Describe the basic characteristics of bathroom appliances including mechanical exhaust vents.
  • Identify common problems associated with kitchen and bath appliances.
  • Explain what a home inspector looks for regarding each appliance. 
About The Instructor
Andrew Nightingale is a Certified Master Inspector with over 10 years of experience in the inspection industry. As an inspector, he has become a trusted name for expertise when it comes to residential and commercial properties. Earning the respect of others by offering a solid sound assessment of properties whether it be your first home purchase or your largest commercial property investment, Andrew is well aware of the importance of providing you with the best information to buy or sell your property.

Andrew has a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from the University of Maine and worked for many years in the construction industry building bridges, schools and many other projects. He is also a veteran of the United States Army.
Education Credits
Real Estate Continuing Education (Maine) 
2.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Price: FREE (No Fee)

This course has been approved by the Maine Real Estate Commission for 2.0 clock hours toward fulfillment of the educational requirements for activation or renewal of a real estate license. Approval Number: CN850C018LE The Commission is interested in the quality and delivery of educational programs which are offered to licensees and, therefore, welcomes and encourages comments regarding program subject matter and quality of delivery of the program.
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Education Provider

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

Andrew Nightingale
Focused Property Inspections
347 Main St Unit 1B
Gorham, ME 04038
Phone: 207.839.6595
fpi@fpi-web.com
fpi-web.com
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