You do not need to be a home inspector or experienced builder to buy a house. However, when you do become a homeowner having some knowledge of the property and property regulations can be helpful. We are going to briefly discuss one of those regulations, the grading...

In many households, the kitchen is the focal point of the house. For a home inspector, the condition of the kitchen can reveal much about the rest of the home. Here are a few of the areas in the kitchen that a home inspector will concentrate on: The sink area. Running...

Mold is never something you want to have growing inside your home, and most homeowners go to great lengths to prevent this from happening. One area of the home where mold can develop is carpeting. Let’s discuss this subject a little more. It is good to be aware of the...

With spring almost upon us, now might be the perfect time to prepare a list of household tasks you will want to do before the hot summer months. Cleaning your central a/c system is a good job to add to the list. Here are a few tips on getting it cleaned up and ready...

With living expenses always on the up, you may be looking for some alternative ways to save on your household bills. One way you can do this is by giving some attention to the energy efficiency of your home. There may be a number of things you can do to improve energy...

Now that we are well into a new year, you may be thinking about your upcoming plans and what you would like to accomplish in 2022. Is moving to a new house part of those plans? Maybe you are considering putting your current home on the market. If that is the case,...

This time of year we are most likely to spend some extra time at home with family and friends. More time spent at home may increase the risk of an accidental house fire, so now is also a good time to check your home for potential fire hazards. One essential fire...

Believe it or not, the use of extension cords on a permanent electrical fixture is actually (and unfortunately) common to see on home inspections some days. An extension cord in this situation is very dangerous. They are made for temporary use and extension of...

Garages are great – there are an awesome space to store things, work on your car, keep your tools, have a “man-cave” or just hang out with your friends and family. It also protects our vehicles and other things from storms and other weather as it happens. Garages are...

One of the many common sights and sounds of summertime is the buzzing activity of a certain yellow-striped insect. Since you probably read the title of this blog post, you know we’re talking about wasps, and not bees. A lot of people actually confuse the two, since...