Another year in the books, and another year of more fun, crazy, and just plain amazing home inspection finds. I always like to take this time to thank all my clients for trusting me with their home inspection. It’s an honor and a privilege that I do not take lightly.
Asbestos Floor Tiles are one of the most commonly found asbestos materials still in use in older homes. What do you need to do to stay safe?
Another year has gone by and a slew of new crazy, amazing, and funny home inspection pics! Did your inspection make the cut?
I get asked this question nearly every day, and everyone gets the same answer. You have to consider the TMT.
This 12 year old home suffered catastrophic water damage from their leaking stone veneer.
Here is my top list of day one things to do when you buy a new house.
HOME INSPECTION HIGHLIGHTS 2016 Ah yes, another year has come and gone. Let’s take a look at my annual top pictures from 2016! I typically do top a 10, but this year I’m expanding it to 12; there is just too much good stuff not to share it. 12. DIY PLUMBING DRAINS These flex-drains that…
START HERE TO READ THE FIRST POST IN THIS SERIES. THIS WILL HELP YOU BETTER UNDERSTAND THE DETAILS FOR EACH SECTION OF THE ACMV SERIES. As I said before, flat walls are as easy as it gets when it comes to installing manufactured stone. You really have to try to mess up an open wall, but you know…
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The Best of 2015!
Buying an old house comes with old materials. The plumbing system can be one of the most expensive components to replace. In this article we will discuss the different types of old plumbing materials that are no longer used in modern home construction, and what types of failures you can expect in your new home.
From 1965 to 1975 some builders used aluminum wiring for the branch circuits to cut the construction cost.
Now we know that was a mistake, and millions of homes have a big expensive problem to contend with.
I got a phone call this week from a listing agent about a home I inspected a few days prior. Now, getting phone calls from Realtors that have questions about a particular item on a home inspection report is nothing out of the ordinary. But this call was different. This guy was angry. He was angry…
Let me start by saying there is no such thing as a waterproof basement. When you build part of your house underground, there is always a chance you could get some water leaking in. Ask anyone who has lived in a home with a basement for a long time. Most have dealt with water…
For years, really tall chimneys and hidden valleys on big roofs have been a thorn in my side. I really do try to get to every square inch of the roof with my own two eyes, but sometimes it’s not feasible. I am as close to Spiderman on a roof as it comes, but I…
Do you have small water stains appearing on your ceiling? The problem is likely the flashing around your plumbing vents. One of the most common, if not the most common problem I find with inspecting roofs, is a leaking flashing boot around the plumbing vent pipe. When these fail, water gets in to places where…
I’m seeing a trend lately with home buyers. Lots and lots of people are looking to buy a house in the 15 year old category. 15, give or take a few years. But buying a house in that age range can be the kiss of death. Because almost every big ticket item within a…
As a very hot summer comes to a close, heating your home may be the last thing on your mind. But with winter coming (for my fellow GOT fans) I’ve got some great news for you. There is a little known program available that can save you a lot of money. How does a 20% savings…
Let’s talk about something that many, many people get confused about, or just don’t understand. I get asked on a daily basis if the home I just inspected “passed.” There is no pass or fail when it comes to a home inspection. Only code inspectors declare a pass or fail for a dwelling. What is…
Nasty stuff. Nasty stuff indeed. But what classifies a person to be considered a “Mold Professional.” This is where marketing spins start to twist like a F5 tornado. I do not advertise mold inspection, I never will. Why? Because it would not be honest for me to do so. The first thing I do when…
