Documents

HOME SAFETY

• GFCI: Ground Fault Circuit Interruptors – This brochure gives information about why GFCI circuits are vital in areas that may be subject to moisture, such as bathrooms and kitchens.
• Smoke Alarms and Carbon monoxide Detectors
• Dryer Vent Safety – Dyer vent fires often caused by clogged, damaged or improper vent materials. Learn which materials are best for dryer vents.
• Tap Water Scalds — How hot is too hot?

SYSTEMS

• Sump Pumps – Sump pumps are a common fixture in basements. Learn about the different types and how to maintain them.
• HVAC Maintenance – Why is regular maintenance important to the operation of furnace or air conditioner?
• Roof Conditions – Identify common issues that come with aging roof
• Deck Safety — Many of the decks we see are past the end of their serviceable life.
• Fireplace and Chimney Safety – Masonry fireplaces and chimneys need their own specialized inspections and maintenance.

COMMON ISSUES

• Wet Basements and Crawl Spaces
• Cracks in Concrete Walls
• 65-Flexduct

LIFESPAN

• Life Span of House Components
• Old HVAC – Old HVAC units may still be working, but they can also be costing you money in energy costs annually.

HAZARDS

• Attic Stair Safety
• CSST Gas Piping
• DIY Radon Testing – Every home should be tested for Radon periodically, even if past readings have been low or the home already has a Radon remediation system. This brochure explains why, and how.
• Hazardous Electrical Panels
• Lead Paint – Homes Built prior to 1978 may contain lead paint. This brochure has information about lead paint and the new regulations for remediation.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

• Insulation Installation – Effective insulation relies on proper installation. This brochure explains what to look for.
• HVAC Protection – During construction or renovation, the HVAC system must be protected from contaminants.
• New Construction Builder Information Packet – Your builder will want to have this before allowing us to do your inspection.

RURAL HOMES

• Generators – Important considerations for generators.
• Living with a Septic System
• Living with Well Water