Fire separation is one of the most critical safety features in any home. According to national statistics, approximately 6,600 garage fires start each year, resulting in 30 deaths and 400 injuries. Because garages frequently house vehicles, fuel, and combustible chemicals, these fires tend to spread faster and cause more damage than any area except the
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If pet accidents are easily seen in the carpet, the new owners know that it needs to be replaced. But what if the carpet looks clean? Beside the “Ick Factor” of Pet Pee in the carpet of the house you are buying, is it really harmful? Yes, it can be. Especially to crawling children and
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Every year thousands upon thousands of dollars are spent in the Houston Metropolitan Area because of landscapers. Yes, landscapers. The grading and drainage of homes may not seem very important. However, what native Houstonians call the “gumbo clay” may be devastating to your foundation and your finances. Every molecule of our clay mixture soil may
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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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