We talked about how cooling your air uses plenty of energy, and another appliance in your house does as well – your hot water heater. Water is about 1,000 times more dense than air, so it makes sense that it would use more energy. Heating water accounts for 15-25% of energy consumption in the average home, according to […]
Your home features many large appliances that are hard-wired into your electrical system, and can not simply be switched off. These include your dishwasher, dryer, oven, and refrigerator. Larger appliance means it can be harder to save energy used by these devices. Remember, we are working on many small steps that together add up to […]
We hope you are enjoying this President’s Day 2021. On this frozen day in DFW, remember to: Stay off the roads; and drive carefully if you must go out Bring your pets inside Leave your faucets dripping and cabinet doors open to prevent frozen pipes Stay warm and safe!
Yes, Semper Fi is OPEN and performing your DFW area home inspections, while following all CDC guidelines regarding sanitization and social distancing. Moving into a new home is an exciting time! It also involves a lot of preparation and work, which is why we’ve sharing these handy moving checklists. 4 Weeks Before the Move Decide […]
First of our 4-part series for Dallas / Fort Worth homeowners to prepare your home for Fall: ⃝Check foundation for cracks Repair peeling paint Inspect roof for missing or loose shingles Repair and seal driveway Clean gutters and downspouts Caulk windows and weatherstrip doors Remove and store screens Install storm windows & doors Schedule an […]
Part of the Standard Warranty Package which is provided with every full home inspection. Mold grows in colonies and starts to form on a damp surface after 24 to 48 hours. It creates mold spores, which are airborne and can land on surfaces close to the original source, and spread quickly. Mold comes with health risks, including […]
Semper Fi Home Inspections is your one-stop home inspection service. We provide a whole array of home inspection services throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Home Inspections Buyer Home Inspections Seller and Listing Home Inspections New Home Inspections (Construction/Phase) Pre-Warranty expiration inspections Repair Verification Inspections (Re-inspection) Annual Maintenance Inspection Pool and Spa Inspections Termite Inspections Well […]
Wishing you good times, good cheer, and a memorable new year. Happy New Year! Here’s some wisdom from my Pastor, Bob Pearle, about looking forward to the future: “We settle for good instead of striving for the best. God doesn’t want us to settle for just being good, but wants us to be more […]
As many companies observe Veteran’s Day in our workplaces on Monday, we would like to take an opportunity to thank the men and women who have served and protected our country and our freedoms. “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live […]
As part of our Halloween series of scary things we have seen during home inspections, we bring you this video from a recent home inspection. When we saw this loose tile during the home inspection, we knew there were issues with the tile installation. When you walk on the other tiles, you can tell that […]