Most people think buying a new house is like buying a new car. It Isn’t! There is no production line. Every home is built by hand and people aren’t perfect. Even the most trusted builders can have a bad crew or make mistakes. Get your house inspected or don’t be surprised if you face major […]
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Hands down, the most dangerous part of a home inspection is the electrical panel box. 240 volts with as many as 200 amps is enough to kill a person. The process to inspect this danger is a question of either electrocution or proper execution. Before opening the door to the panel box, there are safety
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What is a WDI / WDO? And, why do I need one? The Houston Metropolitan Area was built on a series of creeks and bayous. These wet, wooded passageways provided for commerce in the early days. Since then, progress has shrunk the woods and most of what is left is critters and insects. While we
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Solar systems are one of the most expensive and beneficial components of the home. So why are so many buyers walking away? It’s lack of knowledge about the system and fear of the unknown. Getting it wrong could cost thousands. We are Certified with SPRK Solar and gather the information needed for Realtors, Sellers, Buyers
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What is C.L.U.E.? C.L.U.E. stands for “Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange” and is a claims history database that enables insurance companies to access consumer claims information when they are underwriting or rating an insurance policy. As C.L.U.E. reports play an increasingly important role in real estate transactions, inspectors will find their clients more curious about how
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In 1996, the movie Scream was released into the world. It was an instant classic. While its take on the horror genre satisfied the critics, many young adults became frightened at a death they never considered: Death by garage door. While some safety features did exist, we can definitely say that such a scene could
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How do you know if it’s mold? Even if it is mold, it may not be a toxic kind. A professional test is required to determine which of the 100,000+ species of mold a house may have. Only a small percentage of molds are toxic. Home inspectors look for indicators and report it. Water leaks
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Once the wow factor ebbs when buying a new house, there are important safety issues. Your inspector needs to make sure the builder has completed these correctly. These changes to the National Electrical Code went into effect in 2023. All new houses and renovations must be brought to these standards. 1. What’s happening to kitchen
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With the smell of meat grilling, the sound of ice clinking, and sight of games in the water, families enjoy the last days of summer. Enjoy your time together, but be safe. Swimming near a boat dock or a pier can be dangerous. Electrically charged docks kill people every year due to lack of maintenance.
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Safety Glazing (Glass) is a complicated subject full of specific rules and many exceptions. This area of the IRC is difficult and inspectors debate minutiae. This article addresses the most common issues we see. Hazardous locations require special glass that shatters instead of breaking into shards that are dangerous and can hurt people. Safety issues
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