The Fireplace I inspect a lot of homes with some sort of fireplace. So many fireplaces today are merely decorative and can be started with a flip of a switch, but there are many homes purchased by “first time home owners” that have masonry fireplaces designed to burn “solid fuel”, meaning wood logs or fire […]
When Fall arrives its time once again for Fall Home Maintenance. Here is a quick list to get you started: Have a Licensed HVAC Pro Service Heating System Replace HVAC Filter Protect Exposed Plumbing from Freezing Temperatures Run Gas-powered Lawn Equipment until the Fuel is Gone Test Emergency Generator Have a Certified Chimney Sweep Inspect […]
Old School I don’t think I have come across a newly built home with the HVAC ductwork, or floor vents in the concrete floor. That’s not to say builders do not do that any more, but I think it’s fair to say they avoid that practice if possible. It was a common practice in the […]
Upgrading Two prong receptacles, often found by an inspector in an older home, that are connected to two-wire cables, do not have the ground wires, which protect people and electrical devices in case of a ground fault. Upgrading 2-Prong Outlets to a new three-prong or GFCI receptacle in the same receptacle box without any rewiring is […]
For most of us, we buy a home maybe twice in a lifetime. As with most experiences in life, if you only do it a couple of times, you are not well versed in the process; you are a novice. I think this is one of the many factors that can make purchasing a home […]
Wall Ventilation Weep Holes on exterior masonry walls are something we look for as Home Inspectors. I have done a fair amount of research into the topic and thought I would share my opinion. As you probably know, all Home Inspectors have one. So the way I look at it, if the home that I […]
Cracked Up Concrete cracks are nearly always referenced in my home inspection reports. In Oklahoma, and I would imagine nation wide, cracks in walkways, driveways and patios are common. Most of the time they are not related to any structural problem but simply a result of the expansion and contraction of the concrete itself […]
You Found the One! So you finally got a contract on your home. Congratulations! Now it’s time to take a few moments and take the necessary steps to do all you can to make sure the inspection process goes as smoothly as possible. Preparing for your home inspection will save everyone involved time and headaches. […]
When to Water At the top of the list of lawn watering tips is when to water. The a.m. is the best time to water the lawn because the air is cooler and there’s usually not much wind to blow the droplets. In the middle of the day, water evaporates too quickly. And in the […]
Diverting Water Kick out flashing, also known as diverter flashing, is a special type of flashing that diverts rainwater away from the cladding and into the gutter. When installed properly, it provides excellent protection against the penetration of water into the building envelope. Moisture Intrusion Several factors can lead to rainwater intrusion, but a missing kickout […]
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