​Do you have a sewer gas smell in you home? While there are a number of different possible causes for this the important thing is to have this checked out.  Why is it important?  Apart from the noxious odor, sewer gas leaks could be a potential health hazard for the...

​A lot of homeowners enjoy having trees on their property which add beauty to any landscape.  But what about when a tree or trees are positioned very close to your home?  Could they be putting it at risk of structural damage etc.?  Let’s look at some of the possible...

​There are certain odors in a home that can be especially difficult to eliminate.  One of the worse and most stubborn odors is that which comes from tobacco smoke.  Smoke particles are tiny and can permeate everything.  If you move into an apartment where no one has...

​There are occasions when damage can happen to someone’s property during a home inspection.  And while this is not something any home inspectors wants or intends to happen, should it always be assumed that the fault lies with the inspector? Should they automatically...

​Many buyers turn to foreclosures as a way of purchasing a property at a very low cost.  With so many of them available, it might seem like great idea.  While buying a foreclosure can work out in your favor, there are some things to think about.  For example, if you...

​Performing regular maintenance on your home is one of the best ways to avoid major issues later.  Some jobs may seem rather insignificant, but if left unchecked, could end up creating a big problem.  Take the bathroom for example, while most bathrooms are fitted with...

​Searching out alternate energy sources is something many people investigate, particularly if they are building their own home.  If you are in this position, it’s important to study every aspect of it, for example, how expensive will it be to install?  Will I save a...

​Buying a home is a huge decision to make, there are many things to think about and you will, no doubt, experience a mixture of emotions.  With this in mind, its important to make sure you have the right people working for you, people that you can feel confident in,...

​We get to see all kinds of exterior cladding as home inspectors and one very popular choice is vinyl siding.  So, what makes it so popular? And are there any disadvantages to using it that we need to be aware of? The reason that vinyl siding is a good choice is that,...

​This is a question that home inspectors can hear a lot.  If you are buying a brand-new home, you might be wondering the same thing, after all, the home has just been built and has never been lived in so what’s the point of having it inspected? The reasons for doing...