Our Inspection Blog

Have you ever seen a home with wood siding? It can be very beautiful, especially if it is well cared for. If you are considering installing wood siding on your home, there are a few things to keep in mind. Wood siding is very vulnerable to many different issues. It...

If you put something up on the wall, you probably expect it to stay there, but if you put a screw into drywall, that is not going to happen. Drywall consists of gypsum, and it won’t hold up to any kind of force, which is why it is necessary to install wall anchors to...

The kitchen has been called the heart of a home, and in many families, this is definitely the case. Many meals are prepared and shared there. However, what are some issues that a home inspector could spot in your kitchen? A lot of problems could arise around the sink....

Have you ever had a piece of furniture tip-over? If so, you are not alone. According to one source, there are actually 3-4 injuries related to furniture tip-overs every hour here in the U.S. The reason why that is so high is because the majority of homeowners don’t...

How do you get into your attic? You might have a pull-down ladder for access, since this saves space compared to using a staircase for getting up there. While it is very nice to have this for space, it is not the most ideal for moving a lot of things into your attic....

Your roof has a large amount of water passing over it every year. Ideally, all of that water then makes it down to the ground, but the problem is that this isn’t always the case. This is why there are certain features that are built into homes to prevent water...

Which type of light source would best suit your needs and your space? A pendant hanging from the ceiling, or a fitted LED downlight? First of all, consider the benefits of each. Pendant lights save space while still acting as a feature or decoration. Many of the...

Imagine lying down in a bed that is infested with bed bugs. It might be one of the worst experiences you will have in your life. Bed bugs feed on blood and you can end up with red, itchy bumps all over your body. Naturally, you want to avoid that experience, but the...

Homeowners should consider several important factors when choosing new window coverings. Some choose new window coverings based on their outward appearance alone. There are many different choices when it comes to style and color, but there are other factors that you...

You might have a list of pending projects to improve your home and are tempted to do it on your own. It’s time to assess which ones are good for DIY and which projects are better off handled by a professional. Some specific projects need to be done by a skilled and...