What is Water Hammer?
If you’ve ever heard loud banging coming from behind the walls when running water at a fixture such as a washing machine, sink, or other plumbing appliance, you may have experienced the phenomenon known [...]
What is a bootleg ground?
A bootleg ground exists when the ground of the receptacle or fixture is connected to the neutral wire of the circuit. This is an improper condition and potentially a very hazardous condition. Incorrectly wired [...]
Chimney Crickets
Chimney Crickets Moisture intrusion around chimney penetrations is a common issue. Large chimneys on a roof can collect snow, water, and debris on their uphill side. Water pooling at a chimney can deteriorate the [...]
Manufactured Home Flashing
One thing you are likely to never see while inspecting a manufactured home is horizontal flashing. In fact, sometimes no flashing is installed on the entire exterior of the home. Rather than rely on [...]
Why Foundation Ties Should Be Removed
There are all sorts of safety hazards around a home that may not be obvious to everyone, but that should be addressed to ensure safety. Hiring a home inspector to check a home for [...]
How To Fix Loose Window Balances
Windows that don’t slide smoothly, don’t stay up when opened, or open at a crooked angle are a nuisance. Modern double-hung and single slider windows that open up and down have a balance system [...]