“As-Is” Doesn’t Need to Turn Into Buyers Remorse Some Buyers are skipping their due diligence period and buying homes “As-Is” without a home inspection. We get it. The market is demanding bold offers. We know you want to protect your clients by giving them sound advice that gets them into the home they want in […]
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The Interview
A commercial inspector should be talking with their clients about the project and through this talk establish the expectations and scope of the project.
Pool Safety
Pools come in every shape and size, and offer refreshing relief during hot summer weather. While pools provide tremendous amounts of fun, they also have inherent dangers. Drowning, slipping, falling, and traumatic injury are all common risks, but using these home swimming pool safety tips can help keep you and yours safe while soaking in […]
We Broke What?
Here is one you might have heard before: A home inspector walks into a home and they broke my …. A home inspector has a certain routine and organization to their motion through a home. Most like to perform their inspection in a top down routine. This allows them to follow the plumbing as well […]
The Importance of Having a Thorough Home Inspection Before Buying a New Home
When you’re buying a new home, there are a few critical steps to take. The first? Find a great real estate agent who will negotiate effectively for you throughout the process. Then you’ve got to narrow down the neighborhoods you want to look at, handle repairs on your own home if you’re also selling your […]
Thermal Pane Windows
Thermal pane windows have surged in popularity for their energy-efficient design, but just what is a thermal pane window and how can it help you maintain a happier home? While a standard window consists of one pane of glass, a thermal pane window can have double or triple the panes. This provides a better barrier […]
Windows
There are many perspectives when you look at windows. Depending upon your perspective is where you find yourself. If you are the housekeeper, you are worried about keeping them clean. If you are a small child you are looking at the big world out there. If you are the homeowner you may be looking at […]
Dryer Vents
An Introduction to Dryer Vents Most Americans do not consider in home laundry as a luxury but rather more of a common element and necessity. Most of us never think about the dangers associated with the basic dryer appliance. Dryers, both gas and electric, require some form of vent that discharges from the home and […]
Inspecting Commercial Kitchens
Inspecting a Commercial Kitchen Before purchasing a building with a commercial kitchen, a thorough inspection will help you determine if the mechanical equipment has been well-maintained. Large kitchens can be tricky because they require different venting/lighting systems than other parts of commercial properties.Technically speaking . . . After establishing the kitchen is truly a commercial […]
What does a realtor look for in a home inspection?
Most home buyers look to their Realtor for advice on who to choose when they are looking for a Home Inspector. Some Realtors are reluctant to recommend anyone because they fear that it will hurt their reputation if the inspector does a poor job or misses something. Most Realtors will give a list of three […]