Don’t Skip the Electrical Panel As home inspectors, we get a lot of questions about new construction homes. Buyers often assume that because a home is brand new, it’s perfect and doesn’t need the same scrutiny as an older property. While new homes certainly have their advantages, we’re here to tell you that skipping a […]
Last month, seven people living in an apartment in Marion, IA were hospitalized after suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning. The culprit was a faulty water heater. Tragically, about 1,200 people die each year from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. And only 14% of families in the US have properly functioning CO alarms installed in their homes.* […]
The sound of birds chirping outside is fun to listen to. The sound of chirping smoke detectors will drive anyone crazy after just a few minutes. While the sound may be very aggravating, it is incredibly important to pay attention to it and be sure to get resolved right away. When was the last time […]
Stories from a Home Inspector – Vol. 2 Forrest Gump once said ‘Life is like a box of chocolates‘. You never know what you’re gonna get.’ For home inspectors, a crawlspace is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. This past week I (Tim) had an inspection of an 850 […]
It isn’t very often home inspectors have to issue a ‘Do Not Use’ warning. Recently one of our inspectors found a deck that was on the verge of collapsing. To the untrained eye, everything looked fine from the surface. Even walking on it gave no hint that in its current condition, it was a major safety […]
Stories from a Home Inspector – Vol.1 *The following story is a true tale from a recent home inspection. The names and identities of those involved have been concealed for their privacy and sometimes dignity. Any guess on what is going to follow? “I opened the door to the three-story townhome and saw my opponent […]