Yikes – Termites!

Termites. It’s a word nobody wants to hear at their home inspection. Understandably so, termites can be very destructive. And even though they are commonly found throughout Iowa, the word still grabs our attention and often causes us to be very concerned. Termites in Iowa In Iowa, termites and carpenter ants are the common wood-destroying […]

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Home Inspections are not PASS/FAIL

Frequently we have clients ask us if their house ‘passed’ the inspection. It’s an understandable question, however, a home inspection is not time for a Pass/Fail approach. Buying a home is a big decision and one that deserves significant consideration. A thorough home inspection is an invaluable asset to you in the home buying process.  […]

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Downspouts and Your Home

CHECK YOUR DOWNSPOUTS This is your friendly reminder to check your downspouts. Spring weather is here and with it so is the rain. It is imperative that gutter downspouts are properly maintained so that water is draining away from your foundation.  During home inspections, we regularly see downspouts that are damaged, missing, and improperly installed. […]

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It’s time for roof inspections

If your roof looks similar to the one in the image, you probably need a roof inspection now. Inspections are not always related to serious issues; they are like an oil change in a car. The oil change may not be necessary, but it ensures that the vehicle runs smoothly. The inspection guarantees that your […]

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HVAC problems found in home inspections

We know home inspections can be a tedious process. And you will face these inspections mainly when you are buying or selling a house. But we aim to make this process as easy as possible for you. And if you are moving into a new home, you don’t want to deal with any HVAC problems. […]

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Home inspections – 5 Important Things We Look For

“What time is it? Let me check. Oh, it’s inspection o’clock!” Did you find the house that checks all your desired boxes? Are you going to spend this Christmas in your new home? Or have you been living in your sweet home for quite some time? Well, either is great! But I believe you should […]

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