Most people understand that mold in the home can be a health hazard, especially to those with asthma and other health conditions. Mold likes to spread and grow on sheetrock, tile, wood, insulation and fabric. As long as there is moisture and oxygen, mold can grow by...
There are many issues that can be uncovered during a home inspection. This is a list of the most common issues found in 2020. Most of these are simple maintenance issues that can be fixed with a little handyman work and a small investment. If you aren’t a...
Part 8: Everything Else In this last blog of the series, I want to touch on just a few additional areas. Last but not least, the attic, crawl spaces and foundations can house potentially the most expensive fixes in the entire home. Attic While not my favorite...
Part 7: HVAC I know I indicated in part 6 of this series that part 7 would be a wrap up of everything else. Once I got into HVAC, I decided it warranted its own post. Although I’ve touched on HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) in other parts of...
Part 6: The Basement Homeowners are often confused by basements in a real estate transaction. In this installment of common defects found in a Home Inspection, I will discuss the several types of basements and how each of them are inspected. I will also review...
Part 5: The Garage I’m sure most people think the Garage is an afterthought or less important part of the home inspection. It’s not! Garages have mechanical features that can be hazardous. They also store gas powered autos and equipment which can be a fire safety...
