As a home inspector, I have come across a wide variety of homes and have seen firsthand the impact that the environment can have on our well-being. One approach that many people turn to when it comes to creating a harmonious living space is feng shui. Feng shui is a traditional Chinese practice that aims […]
Why You Should Always Get a Home Inspection April is National Home Inspection Month, marking the start of the busy season in the real estate market. It’s also a special month for us as we celebrate our 14th anniversary! As more buyers enter the market and home listings increase, home inspectors prepare for inspections. During
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Hey, it’s Josh. Just here to explain why getting an inspection is essential, even on a brand-new build. So this is the second time we’ve been out at this house. The first time we did a pre-drywall inspection, we came out and checked everything that you couldn’t see during the final inspection, right? Inspection We
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Window Seal Failure Causes and repair options One of the most common and expensive deficiencies we observe with windows is a failed seal. Modern windows have two or more panes of glass and are insulated. When the seal is lost, condensation or hazing can form between the glass. Why Insulated Glass Double-pane windows contain two
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An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining. As water backs up behind the dam, it can leak through the roof and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation and other areas. Â How do ice dams form? Â Ice dams are
All GFCI outlets have one little-known flaw: their circuitry eventually wears out, usually after about 10 years, at which point they no longer function properly. The reset button alone won’t tell you if a pre-2006 GFCI outlet is still working properly—you’ll need to check it with a special tester. By detecting dangerous current flow and instantly shutting
How GFCI Receptacles Keep You Safe Two-thirds of all electrocutions in U.S. homes could be prevented if people installed the receptacles. By Max Alexander of This Old House magazine Portable A ground fault happens whenever electricity escapes the confines of the wiring in an appliance, light fixture, or power tool and takes a shortcut to
One of the most common comments I make when inspecting a home, is one that points out moisture damage at the exterior door jamb (also sometimes referred to as a doorpost). There are typically a couple of potential causes for the damage. It is a common issue that can sometimes be repaired without replacing the
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