At least once a week I will find a dryer vent that is torn or disconnected somewhere in the crawlspace. A dryer venting into the crawlspace will introduce a significant amount of moisture into this area & this is never a good thing. The quickest & easiest way to check ... [Read More]

Some manufacturers advise replacement after 5 years. If you don’t have the manufacturer’s information and your smoke alarms are 10 years old or older, it’s time to replace them with new ones. Since smoke alarms can become desensitized over time, replacement is highly recommended. If possible, replace old smoke alarms with interconnected ... [Read More]

I did an inspection today on a home that had been dewinterized & had the utilities turned on the day before, problem was, the TPR valve on the water heater had been opened for winterizing & never closed, so when the water was turned on it continued to flow out ... [Read More]

There is the possibility for the switch handle to be placed in the OFF position when the switch is still in an ON (closed) position. This may result in the potential for PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. This Notice is applicable ONLY to 30 Ampere and 60 Ampere General Duty Safety ... [Read More]

As a home inspector, one of the common problems I find is lack of crawl space ventilation. When there isn't enough ventilation, mold & deterioration can occur. You can correct this problem by increasing ventilation, adding more foundation vents or mechanical ventilation systems that help circulate the air. [Read More]

Construction oversights happen. This is the main reason you should even get a brand new home inspected. Oversights in the complex business of construction are common, they maybe didn't install all the gutters correctly, incomplete plumbing or electrical systems, maybe some roofing components are missing. These oversights ... [Read More]

Treating a home that is infested with termites is quite the task. It utilizes special equipment like masonry drills, pumps, large tanks, soil treatment rods and can involve hundreds of gallons of termiticide. The termiticide is injected all along the foundation of the home under concrete slabs and within ... [Read More]

Termites cause billions of dollars in damage a year. They feed on wood primarily, but can damage books, insulation, or swimming pool liners and filters. They can even attack living trees, but this is fairly rare. Termites can invade a home at any time. They are often discovered when ... [Read More]

In-ground tanks are a sticky situation. A special inspector with a special metal detector is needed to be sure your dream home has an in-ground tank. This inspection can cost up to $250. You should have a home inspection done prior to getting a tank search inspection though and let ... [Read More]

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 ... [Read More]