Automatic Gas Shut Off Valves
Installing an automatic gas shut off valve is a wise decision that can help keep you and your family safe in case of a gas leak. There are two main types of automatic gas [...]
How to Fix a Squeaking Floor
There is an annoying problem found in many homes; squeaking floors. It is common knowledge that older homes can have floors that creak and squeak when walked upon, but this problem can also be [...]
Why Can’t My A/C Be Tested When It’s Cold Outside?
First invented by Willis Carrier in 1902, modern air conditioning provides a welcome respite from the summer heat and is a common appliance found in many homes as part of the HVAC (heating, ventilation, and [...]
Empty Fastener Holes for Fence Hardware
Fences and gates are designed to grant or deny accesses to a given space. Their structural integrity determines their ability to fulfill these tasks. Fences are comprised of posts, horizontal braces, fence planks or [...]
How To Fix Gaps Around Plumbing Fixtures
A common defect that we find while inspecting showers is that a gap has formed between a fixture, such as the faucet or faucet handle, and the shower enclosure. This is an issue because [...]
Why you shouldn’t select an “interior only” home inspection.
Many home inspectors offer what is called an “interior only” home inspection for condos and townhomes. Oftentimes, the cost for an interior only home inspection is less than a full general home inspection since [...]