Jan 6, 2026 | Blog Tips, Video Tips
When it comes to electrical safety, many homeowners focus on outlets, breakers, or visible wiring. However, during professional home inspections, we often spot small details that can cause big problems over time. One of these is the wrong type of screw inside an...
Dec 17, 2025 | Blog Tips, Video Tips
Buying a new construction home? Here’s something many buyers (and even builders) overlook during a new build inspection. At an inspection this week, a tub repair technician was already on site, marking items for repair, which is great. But several visible defects were...
Nov 24, 2025 | Community, Home Inspection, Homebuyers, Video Tips
A client recently booked multiple inspections, and their property manager stepped in saying: “I’ve done lots of these — I’ll handle it.” Sounds convenient… but here’s the myth: ❌ Myth: A property manager can perform the same inspection as a certified home inspector. ✅...
Oct 29, 2025 | Blog Tips, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Video Tips
The Truth About Deck Connections It’s common for decks to be attached directly to the house, but what’s often overlooked is how critical proper installation is. Water can get trapped behind the siding if the water-resistive barrier (WRB) and flashing aren’t integrated...
Oct 21, 2025 | Video Tips
🚫 Myth busted! Even brand-new homes that have passed city inspections can have significant issues that go unnoticed. This attic was completely missing insulation in a new build that had already received its city inspection. A professional home inspection provides an...
Sep 22, 2025 | Blog Tips, Community, Home Inspection, Video Tips
During inspections, we’re seeing shortcuts on new builds that could cost homeowners big later: ⚠️ Starter shingles swapped for regular ones flipped upside down ⚠️ Missing underlayment (your home’s first defense against leaks) ⚠️ Gutters crushed during installation ⚠️...
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