Jun 11, 2025 | Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Home Inspection, Homeowners, Video Tips
Here’s something we’re seeing more often on site: exhaust vents that look fine on the surface but are missing key details when installed through EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems). Why does it matter? When warm, moist air vents out through a poorly finished...
May 13, 2025 | Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Home Inspection, Homeowners, Video Tips
That “new home smell” might be fresh, but what’s hiding above your ceiling could cost you. One issue we often catch on new builds? Large roof penetrations that aren’t adequately sealed, like vents, exhausts, or plumbing stacks with gaping holes around them. Why is...
Jan 29, 2025 | Blog Tips, Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Home Inspection, Homeowners
As a home inspector, I’ve seen it time and time again—small signs of excess humidity turning into big, costly problems. With the recent mild weather, have you noticed condensation on your windows? That’s not just a minor inconvenience—it’s a warning sign that humidity...
Oct 7, 2024 | Blog Tips, Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Homeowners
Even though we’re having record-breaking weather this week, you’ve probably been using your dryer more often instead of hanging your clothes to dry. When was the last time you checked your dryer piping or exhaust? Make sure it’s adequately attached, sealed, and...
May 3, 2024 | Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Home Inspection, Video Tips
Dear Property Investors, Property Owners, and Real Estate Professionals, Happy Thursday from Overview Property Inspection! Tip: Disconnected exhaust pipe on hot water tank Getting a thorough inspection is crucial even on brand-new homes and multi-family dwellings....
Apr 2, 2024 | Healthy and Safe Home, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Video Tips
As we gear up for spring, we must ensure our homes are ready for the change in seasons. One crucial aspect often overlooked is checking our combustion air intakes. Before we start enjoying the warmer weather, inspecting these intakes, especially for unwanted guests...
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