Understanding Open Grounds and Options for Repair
What is the equipment ground? The equipment ground in residential wiring is often thought of as the...
Testing AFCI’s and GFCI’s During a Home Inspection
Why Simple Testing is not Always So Simple Home inspectors like to test things to see if...
Generator Transfer Switch Found During a Home Inspection
Generators and Transfer Switch interfaces are not operated during a standard inspection. Generators are installed to provide...
Asbestos for Home Buyers and Sellers – A Need-to-Know
Homebuyers and home sellers have a lot of questions about indoor air quality and for good reason;...
5 Common Electrical Safety Repairs
Easy Electrical Repairs and Improvements to Keep Your Home Safe If you live in a building built...
Is it Time to Service Your High Efficiency Water Heater?
As of April 16th, 2015, the manufacturers of water heaters must comply with a new energy efficiency...
Fiber Cement Siding: Common Installation Defects Found
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When Carpenter Ants Are Found On A Home Inspection
What You Need to Know: Finding Carpenter Ants Carpenter ant activity is both seasonal and nocturnal, so...
Anobiid Beetles Found During A Home Inspection
Anobiid Beetle Basics Anobiid beetles, often mistakenly called “powder post,” beetles, are rarely seen, but their presence...
10 Commonly Muddled Home Inspection Words
Communication Tips for Home Inspection When our clients are hanging on every word during a home inspection,...