Home Inspector Blog

Hiring your own independent home inspector gives you an unbiased, thorough evaluation of the property’s condition, helping you avoid hidden problems, negotiate repairs, and prevent costly surprises. Independence and Objectivity An inspector chosen independently, by you, is far more likely to give an unbiased assessment of the home’s condition. This also gives you the opportunity to shop for an inspector that will meet your individual needs. Things you could ask a potential in

Great question! The professional recommendation: 35 ft. or less. For each 45 degree bend in the duct/vent exhaust hose, you should subtract 2.5 ft from the max allowed length. For each 90 degree bend, you should subtract 5 ft. from the max allowed length. A longer exhaust hose leads to more lint buildup, less effective drying, more wear and tear on your dryer, and more chances for kinking or obstruction of the exhaust. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and National Fire Pro

All gutters need to be kept clean. They should slope uniformly, without sags, to downspouts. Gutter and downspout materials are usually...