How many hidden places are in your house? Many homeowners have never even seen some areas, such as attics or crawl spaces, that are often difficult to get into and are only accessed by contractors when something needs fixing. We believe performing a thorough home...
Home inspectors have to collect a lot of information as they go through a house. To meet the Maryland Standards of Practice, we are required to identify just about every component and system in a house, and include this information in the report for our client. Yet we...
Why the details matter in a home inspection Washing machine overflow trays cost around $30. Without this safety tray, a minor leak can become a major flood, especially if the laundry area is over a living space. Leaks from a washing machine can do extensive damage....
Earlier this month, a tragic story appeared on the news: an Ohio family of four, along with their three dogs, were killed by Carbon Monoxide poisoning: News report on the death of a family from carbon monoxide poisoning These deaths were preventable, if only the...
When people think of having a home inspection, they typically associate it with buying a house. But that’s only a part of our business. Just as you take your car to the mechanic for regular oil changes, or go to the doctor when you’re sick, there are times when you...
You probably had an inspection done before moving in to your house, but have you had a maintenance inspection? You may be asking yourself, “What is a home maintenance inspection?” and “Do I really need one?” If you have lived in your home for seven years or more, the...
