Clarksville Home Inspections

Archive for March, 2007

Self Inspection

Saturday, March 31st, 2007

Self inspection is legal, but there are rules against just having a friend or relative do it. Home inspections are regulated by the state and anyone who preforms a home inspection must be licensed. So, if you yourself are not a qualified home inspector, we recommend having your inspections done ... Continue reading.

Sometimes Overlooked Maintenance

Friday, March 30th, 2007

Attic spaces can be home to moisture, water, mold, and mildew in areas without proper ventilation, insulation, or vapour barriers. That can lead to early aging of the roof and structure. It also increases your risk of ice damage. Electrical panels can often be unmarked or hard to identify. ... Continue reading.

First Time Guests Checklist

Thursday, March 29th, 2007

So you got the home of your dreams? You are all moved in and comfy, but you have planned guests coming. Here are some tips to make there stay more comfortable. Make sure the entry and street area of your home are free of debris. Shovel snow and ... Continue reading.

Fireplace Inspections

Wednesday, March 28th, 2007

An inspection or a house fire? You choose. It is estimated that 367,000 house fires could have probably be prevented in 2001. Chimney care is one of the easier tasks that a home owner must tackle. Why? It is a job you shouldn't do yourself. Almost ... Continue reading.

Home Buyer Mistakes – The Cheap Inspection.

Wednesday, March 28th, 2007

A new home is probably the most expensive thing you will ever invest in. You will want to save money on the home, the closing costs, the mortgages, try for all the best deals. However; when it comes to the inspection. You will not want to go ... Continue reading.

Home Buyer Mistakes – Not hiring a buyers agent.

Tuesday, March 27th, 2007

Buying ahomee without an agent is a nightmare. Hiring a buyers agent is usually paid for out of the seller's commission, so virtually free to you the buyer. Real Estate transactions are a complicated process and without a firm grip on all the latest, could end up costing you thousands ... Continue reading.

Home Buyer Mistakes – I can’t afford it.

Tuesday, March 27th, 2007

If you are working with the right people, chances are you will abe able to afford a home. Many people would be financially broke at retirement age if it were not for the equity in there homes. Today's market is very flexible and there are tax allowances that ... Continue reading.

Seller Pre-Listing Inspections.

Monday, March 26th, 2007

Your buyers are going to conduct an inspection more than likely, so you may as well know what they are going to find by getting there first. An inspection performed ahead of time helps in many other ways and can make closing time quicker. It will allow you to ... Continue reading.

Pre-Offer Inspections in Hot Markets

Monday, March 26th, 2007

Pre-offer inspections allow you to make an informed decision before making an offer on a home. Check to make sure pre-offer inspections are available in your area. You can contact us at Clarksville Home Inspection to schedule one of these inspections. These inspections require the permission of the seller ... Continue reading.

Home Inspection Breakdown – Electrical System

Sunday, March 25th, 2007

Electrical systems are a complex system to inspect. The inspector will always review the area where the line connects to a property. An inspector will check the fuse or circuit breaker boxes for proper ampage as required by building codes. The electrical ampage can also affect your insurance premium, ... Continue reading.