What is Lumberyard Mold?
When people hear the word “mold” during a general home inspection, there is usually a concern about indoor air quality, and the health and safety of occupants. When home inspectors find evidence of what [...]
Common Deck Defects
Common Deck Defects Found During a Home Inspection: What Homeowners Should Know A deck is a great extension of your living space—a place to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoors. But like any part [...]
Paint Your PVC
Modern plumbing pipes are often comprised of plastic components. Plastic is a material that has an extremely long life, is durable, and affordable. It quickly became the material of choice for plumbing piping throughout the industry [...]
Common Defects Found in Manufactured Homes
When inspecting manufactured homes, most defects found are comparable to that of a traditional site built home. However, manufactured homes are unique in that they are typically built off-site in a controlled environment using [...]
Don’t Feed the Termites! Wood in the Crawlspace
Wood is a major component of most homes, yet wood should be removed from the crawlspace and from close proximity to the ground. Why is this important? What’s the worst that could happen? To [...]
How to Clean Hazy Gas Fireplace Glass
Gas fireplaces with glass fronts are very common in our area. The glass at the front of the fireplace helps keep the flames and combustion gasses contained. This lets you enjoy your fireplace without [...]