Spring Water Problems
It’s time to start getting your home ready for spring. Part 2: Leaking roofs are the second biggest problem. Most roof leaks are caused by roo
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Faulty Smoke Detectors
In a fire, the issue is time. Minutes and many times seconds will make the difference between life and death. The combustible materials in our homes
Spring Water Problems
It’s time to start getting your home ready for spring. Part 1: Wet basements are the biggest problem. Most basement water problems are caused
Wet Where and Wet When
What Makes My Window Panes Wet? Problem: The window is wet on the room side of the glass for a few weeks in fall. Solution: Moisture has accu
There’s a Mouse in the House
Mice are colonizers...so it is very unlikely that you have only one mouse! If you give a lonely mouse the opportunity, through breeding, you will ver
The Essentials of Sump Pumps
Incorrect terminology puts a real estate agent or homeowner at high risk. When putting a home up for sale there are many details that are disclosed,
Let’s Look Closer At Deck Failure!
There are just two basic reasons for decks failing. The first is overloading and the second is improper construction. Overloading: deck failure usu
Wood Deck Failures
What happened to pressure treated deck lumber? Pressure treatment is a process that forces chemical preservatives into the wood. The wood is placed
Decks Can Be Dangerous
Deck failures are becoming more common. Why do decks fail? The most common reasons are: Old age Poor design Improper materials Overloadin
Choosing The Right Home Inspector
Look for Experience American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) is the oldest national home inspection association. It has a stringent Standard of P
