Inspector Blog

When it comes to home inspections, the roof is one of the most critical areas to evaluate. A thorough roof inspection can reveal potential issues that, if left unresolved, might lead to costly repairs or damage to other parts of the home.

Water heaters are crucial to every home, but they are prone to problems that disrupt daily life and can lead to costly repairs.

A home inspection before winter is crucial for multiple reasons. Preparing your home for the cold and potentially harsh conditions of winter can help you avoid costly repairs and ensure the safety and comfort of your family.

Before the drywall goes up and hides everything from view, a thorough home inspection is necessary to catch potential hidden dangers.

The thermal camera's strength here was its ability to detect and visualize heat. Through the thermal lens, he could actually see the flames and the heat rising off the burners. Getting a bit closer provided an even clearer view of this heat signature. This demonstrated functionality in a way that the naked eye simply couldn't perceive in the bright light conditions.

This property has a lift that allows you to put items in the attic. How neat is that? Attic storage is common in homes, but getting things up there, especially heavy or bulky items, is often a hassle and can be dangerous. This system provides a mechanical assist.

Major builders are offering a 10-year structural warranty. They wanted to ensure that their various tradespeople were doing their jobs correctly, minimizing the chances of costly problems down the line that could fall under that warranty.

On this particular day, the rain highlighted an issue that can only be identified by rain water.

I observed a gutter system with a downspout that was unfortunately directing all its collected rainwater directly onto the surface of the roof.

Finding a home with past foundation work isn't rare, especially in houses over 20 years old. But just knowing repairs were done isn't enough. We need to know if they actually fixed the problem.

If you are buying a home or starting a new build, especially when scheduling a thorough home inspection Houston, there's one topic that’s often missed but is crucial for safety: metal framing connectors (MFCs).

Right on the front of the house, there is a"big old giant crack"running through the stone. This isn't just a small cosmetic scratch; it is a major defect in the materials used to protect the outside of the home.

Unfortunately, at this property, the pipe was not secured, and the lack of stability led to a significant defect.

I was inspecting a property that had a dual-zone HVAC system. This means one system controls the temperature for both the upstairs and downstairs, using dampers to direct airflow. In theory, it’s a great way to stay comfortable. In practice, however, things can go wrong if the controls aren't wired correctly.

f you have ever taken on a home renovation or flipped a house, you know exactly how stressful the process can be. You are constantly managing budgets, timelines, and the inevitable surprises hidden behind old walls.

One of the key items I look for in new construction is how the builders are protecting the wood framing. It is actually a requirement for builders to protect the wood framing from subterranean termite attacks.

Even when a house is freshly built, I always recommend a thorough final inspection to ensure no significant deficiencies are left outstanding at closing. I find issues on new builds all the time, and today was a great example.

Before the drywall goes up and hides everything from view, a thorough home inspection is necessary to catch potential hidden dangers.

The home inspector is not an expert but a generalist. The home inspector can inspect a home and report upon the home’s condition as it...

Every homeowner has similar concerns and questions related to maintaining their home. The following questions are those that all...