Did you know that residential builders/contractors don’t have to be certified or licensed by the state of Texas? They only need to take a few classes. Most people who become builders have experience, but it’s not required. A few weeks ago we inspected the worst new home we have ever seen. There were serious foundation […]
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At first thought a contract for a heating and cooling technician to come to your house and take care of routine maintenance several times a year seems good. Inspectors recommend having the air conditioning and heating checked before each season’s usage. If a company really does the job it’s contracted for, we are in favor
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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 should you care about attic ventilation? 93% of houses in the South are not ventilated for proper air flow. Proper air flow extends the life of your roof, prevents damage to the inside of your home, minimizes repairs, and lowers cooling bills. It also reduces the potential for mold in the attic space, aging
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From graceful curves to straight runs to tight winders, stairs are essential for second story homes. With approximately 12,000 deaths annually attributed to stairway falls, it is important for them to be safe. The residential building codes for stairways are complicated. There are several types of stairs which have different rules. To further complicate matters,
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Your roof is the first line of defense against weather. Low-sloped roofs are meant to be water proof. All other roofs need to shed water. When it no longer sheds the water, it forms a leak that can start with a single drop and become a stream inside your home. The best defense against expensive
One of the most expensive components of a home is the HVAC system. Not only is the system itself expensive, but the associated costs in energy and repairs can stress a budget. Today we’ll help you glean some information and empower you to make informed decisions. Heating Gas Heaters: These systems are the most economical
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