by Inspector | Mar 30, 2016 | Uncategorized
In line with our contractor theme this month, we wanted to remind all of our clients to contact us whenever they have work done to verify that it was done properly. What are the advantages of this?First of all, letting contractors know that you will be doing this...
by Inspector | Mar 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
Well, let’s just say that the driveway contractor that these people hired was not exactly “professional”. Unfortunately, this kind of site does not surprise me. As a home inspector, I am used to seeing some pretty shady contractor work. But how can...
by Inspector | Feb 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
Being informed as a home buyer is essential. That is why we have provided this home inspection glossary to help you understand and be able to use home inspection terms like a pro! Simply enter your search and see the results. Home Inspection Glossary Search for:...
by Inspector | Feb 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
In this month’s home inspection pictures we see first of all a bathroom sink with a slow drain. This is most typically do to a clog in the drain. Taking the drain trap off underneath and cleaning the drain is usually the fix. In the second picture we see a...
by Inspector | Jan 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
What is Cricket Flashing? The picture to the left gives you a “home made” version of what a cricket flashing is.A cricket flashing is basically a diverter. As water runs down the roof toward something like a chimney, water, ice, snow, and debris can build...
by Inspector | Jan 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Have you ever owned a home with a wrap around porch that had a curved section of roof? When you have a curved roof like this one, a rubber roof would really be preferable. But if you have to insist on having it shingled, then please do better than this roof...
