Inspections of Texas

The Real Secret to Great Inspections

A builder showed up to our inspection to see if we’d found anything “big” that might be an issue for the buyer.  I told him about several issues, including an area where daylight was coming through the attic.  A rodent or a squirrel could come through and Wind-driven rain would certainly enter to cause problems. […]

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Why Heating Equipment Safety is Important!

Fires related to heating equipment are the leading cause of house fires in the United States of America.  19% of deaths in homes are caused by heating equipment.  Deaths related to heating are from fires, gas leaks, unsafe fireplaces, old and/or non-working smoke & carbon monoxide alarms, and improperly placed space heaters.  Our best bet

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The Real Secret to Long Roof Life

The cost of a new roof in Texas ranges between $4,000 and $45,000.  When buying a new roof there are different materials, colors and styles to consider.  Some companies offer 25, 35, and now even 50 year shingles.  As you might expect, the longer life shingles are a higher price.  In the Houston Metropolitan Area,

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How To Survive Swimming Pool Electrocution

There is nothing more refreshing than swimming in clean, cool pool water.  What most people don’t know is that electrically charged swimming pools, spas, and boat docks kill people every year due to lack of maintenance. Electrical Shock Drowning (ESD ) happens when an electrical ground fault leaks into water.  Electrical currents as low as

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The Biggest Mistake Landscapers Make (That Cost Us Money)

There are two common mistakes landscapers make, costing homeowners big money every year in the Houston Metropolitan Area.  These are the grading and the drainage of our property.  The “gumbo clay” in the Houston area is an expansive clay soil mixture that must be properly maintained.  If not, you could end up with foundation problems

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