I am a homeowner who lives in Augusta County, VA. I am concerned about the idea of eliminating the continuing education requirement for tradesman. As a homeowner, I want the security of knowing that any tradesman doing work on my house is qualified to do the work for which he is being hired. I do not want the aggravation of having failed inspections or the added expense of correcting mistakes the tradesman makes because he doesn't know what he is doing.

The codes change to reflect new knowledge, technology and products manufactured. Continuing education should be required for anyone who makes his living working in the building trade.

Please do not eliminate the continuing education requirement for tradesman. Thank you for your consideration.