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Top 10 Most Flagged Property Inspection Issues in 2022
Knowledge is Power When It Comes to Property Inspections and Repairs Whether you’re buying or selling a home, dealing with a home inspection report is often one of the most stressful steps in the process. With all that goes into making sure everything within your house is functioning properly and safely, it is difficult to…
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5 Money Saver Tips for Home Expenses
How to Save Money on Home Expenses Who doesn’t love saving money and cutting down on monthly bills?! There are plenty of simple yet effective money saver tips that can help cut down on household expenses without sacrificing in the way of quality or comfort. We’re sharing five easy tips that you should consider when…
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How to Detect & Protect Against Mold in Your Home
Nothing can be more off-putting than discovering mold in your home. Not only is it likely to have a negative impact on the value of your property, but could cause health problems if left untreated. The presence of mold in the home is distressing for any homeowner. Knowing how to detect and protect against it…
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Should I Get a Pre-Listing Property Inspection?
Should I get a pre-listing property inspection? With home sales on the decline, more and more listing agents are looking for a way to get the upper hand. Many home sellers are getting pre-listing property inspections in order to achieve this. This gives the seller time to make necessary repairs or disclosures, and help avoid…
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Should I Repair or Replace My Appliances?
One of the main things to consider when thinking about appliance service or replacement is ‘who’ lives there. In my case, my house and my neighbors’ house look very similar from the outside. The inside is a much different story. They are a retired couple in their sixties that spend a lot of time at their…
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Junction Box Covers from A to Z
Three Common Junction Box Issues that will be Flagged in your next Home Inspection What is a junction box? Junction boxes are responsible for enclosing the electrical connections throughout your home. This helps protect electrical wiring from weather and prevents safety hazards. However, if not secured properly, a junction box could be an item flagged…
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Insulation from A to Z
Attic Door Insulation In this episode of Home Inspections from A to Z we take a look at possible flags surrounding your attic insulation. Although you may not see it on a daily basis, your attic insulation is important to the functioning of your home. A properly insulated attic, notably attic door, can reduce your…
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Ductless Range Hood From A to Z
Properly Installing Your Range Hood Before Home Inspection Time In this episode of home inspections from A to Z we take a look at range hoods. Range hoods are a key part of your kitchen’s ventilation system. Whether you have a ductless range hood or a ducted range hood, it must be installed correctly to…
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Garage Doors & Openers From A to Z
Garage Doors and Openers: Repairs to Keep in Mind Before Your Home Inspection In this episode of Home Inspections from A to Z we take a look at common flags surrounding your garage doors and openers. From a photo eye sensor to weather seals, routine maintenance will help avoid costly repairs. Garage doors are often overlooked…
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Faucets & Fixtures From A to Z
Common Home Inspection Flags from Shower Faucet Leaking to Faucet Corrosion In this episode of Home Inspections from A to Z, we take a look at the many issues surrounding your faucets and fixtures as part of your home’s plumbing system. From your shower faucet leaking to faucet corrosion, there are common problems that can usually…
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