Sep 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
A maintenance inspection checklist is a professional inspector’s system for checking a property’s roof, exterior, foundation, structure, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, attic, and interior for safety hazards and deferred repairs. It follows the same InterNACHI Standards...
Sep 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most asphalt shingle roofs hold up for a few decades, standing-seam metal often lasts several decades longer, and slate or clay tile can outlast the house by many decades. These ranges vary with climate, installation quality, ventilation, and maintenance. Climate,...
Sep 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
Any visible mold in a crawl space points to a moisture problem, and that problem rarely fixes itself. Small, isolated patches under 10 square feet can often be cleaned by an informed homeowner, but the EPA draws the line there for a reason. Note any musty odor,...
Sep 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Circular dark spots on your shingles, dented gutters or AC fins, and piles of granules in your downspouts are the clearest roof hail damage signs. If you spot any of them, don’t climb up for a closer look. Photograph what you can see from the ground, note the date,...
Sep 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
A basic short-term radon kit runs about $15 to $30, a long-term alpha-track kit costs $20 to $60, and a professional continuous radon monitor test from an inspector typically lands between $150 and $300, often discounted when bundled with a home inspection. Use a...
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