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Home Standards: Providing a Higher Standard of Service

Unique Radon Mitigation System

During a recent home inspection, Steve discovered a very unique radon mitigation system.  Radon mitigation is used to reduce radon gas concentrations in buildings. Radon is a significant contributor to environmental radioactivity and has been proven to cause serious...

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Safety Glass Required for Windows Lower than 18 Inches

Inspector Paul discovered windows that are lower than 18 inches in this home. Local building code says that fixed or operable windows must include safety glass if the bottom edge is less than 18 inches above the floor. Safety glass is a type of glass specifically...

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Electrical Meter Ground

Inspector Aaron discovered the ground wire for an electrical meter was not properly installed. An electrical ground rod is typically located near the main electrical service panel and is often made of either copper or copper-coated steel. In the event of a system...

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Exposed Wiring under Dishwasher

Exposed Wiring under Dishwasher

As home inspectors, it seems sometimes we've seen it all. Recently inspector Tim discovered an exposed wiring spice located right under a dishwasher door. Should the dishwasher leak (they often do), this would be a big safety concern. That's also another safety issue...

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Paul Finds Vents on Roof Missing Flashing

While inspecting the roof of a 90-year-old home recently, Paul found a few air vents that were improperly flashed. The shingles should go over the sides of the vent to prevent rainwater from getting under the fixture and go into the house. During his home inspection...

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Inspector Aaron Discovers Unusual Faucet in Garage

Inspector Aaron discovered a unique faucet inside a garage recently. It dispenses both hot and cold water by turning the handle to the red or blue color, then pulling out the handle. As inspectors, we run across some very interesting features during our work. Have you...

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Garage Ceiling Missing

Garage ceiling removed, exposing attic, discovered in a recent inspection by inspector Aaron. This is a safety issue related to potential fire and CO2 hazards.   https://youtube.com/shorts/DJoJTUJaLkM 

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Improperly Installed Electrical Outlet

During a recent home inspection, Steve found an electrical outlet in the cabinet above the microwave that was not properly installed. The exposed wiring is both a safety and fire hazard. Fortunately, this is a relatively easy fix by having a new electrical box...

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Home Inspector Stung by Hornet

Inspector Aaron spoke too soon when he discovered a hornet nest in an outdoor electrical outlet on a house he was inspecting and said he "was lucky [he] didn't get stung."  Unfortunately, he WAS stung by one of the nasty hornets. But, he's fine now and later that...

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