PASSING ON A HOME INSPECTION?
Not getting a home inspection before purchasing a property can be a costlymistake. Here are a few reasons why: read more →
ATTICS CAN HIDE MORE THAN YOU KNOW
As a home inspector my job is to inform my clients of defects, safety issues and maintenance issues that they need to address. Defects can be minor or major but one things for sure is that you need to know about them. Attics never is a place anyone likes to.. read more →
Electrical wiring in question…
A sure tail sign of amateur workmanship is this, Non-metallic cable passed through knock-outs in the main electrical service panel which had no bushing installed. Bushings are electrical connectors designed to protect conductors where they pass through sheet metal. Without bushings, the sharp edges of sheet metal may damage the conductors… read more →
Why do I have stains on my wall?
Moisture stains on interior walls always give us glues on whats going on above, outside walls or the floor area. Here is an example of the exterior wall that has siding but the siding is not properly sealed and the siding is loose is areas. Remember an ounce of prevention.. read more →
Dishwasher and Venting
The dishwasher is a fantastic piece of equipment but like anything else, unless it is maintained and installed properly they will not perform as hoped. during the process of an inspection, we run the dishwasher in order to make sure the component is operating correctly. Not all home inspectors do.. read more →
