No single home inspection is going to cover everything in your home. There are a certain set of requirements to what a basic home inspection entails, and inspections for some specific items related to your home may require a specialist. First, it’s important to understand that some very common areas of a home are not […]
We’ve all been spending a lot more time indoors in our own homes since the pandemic began, which has us thinking about the quality of our indoor air. If you’ve ever appreciated the smell of a fresh morning and been prompted to open the windows, you know the importance of air quality. Research has shown […]
Winterizing your home is about making sure that your family is comfortable and protecting your property from the elements. Make sure heating system is ready Service the fire place and chimney Check for air leaks at windows and doors Reverse ceiling fans to optimize warm air Protect or cover the exterior air conditioner condensing unit […]
Some of our best tips for Fall include a quick inspection of your own home and use our “Remove – Repair – Replace” motto: Remove Overhanging tree limbs – check your bushes, shrubs and trees that are close to your house, and remove limbs that overhang or touch the house, and remove dead or diseased […]
Poor ventilation and poor insulation can cause problems such as mold, excessive utility costs, and a general lack of comfort to the homeowner. Poor Ventilation Lack of air flow in a home can lead to problems such as mold development. Air flow is essential throughout the house, especially the attic. One problem that can occur […]
Fact or Myth: If I Have an Appraisal, I Don’t Need an Inspection MYTH Home inspections and home appraisals are NOT the same. A comprehensive appraisal may seem at first glance to cover all of the items in a home inspection, but the function of the two is completely different, and the professionals conducting both […]
All home inspection reports list potential issues. It’s just something that can’t be avoided – over years of use, anything will start to experience wear and tear, and a house is no exception. As a home buyer, or a real estate agent representing the buyer, how do you know which items you should request the […]
One of the things you home inspector will check during your home inspection is your thermal pane windows. When an issue is found, it can affect the efficiency of your heating/cooling, and is usually an easy fix. This is just a portion of a full house inspection, and clips will be brought to you […]