Building Consultant
When buying or selling a home, you should know two key figures: the municipal code inspector and the building consultant (home inspector). While both inspect buildings, their roles, responsibilities, and how they serve you differ significantly. Let’s explore these differences to help
Have you ever wondered why your perfectly functional house suddenly needs to meet new building codes? Whether you’re planning a renovation, changing the use of your home, or dealing with the aftermath of a natural disaster, understanding when and why you might need to bring your home up to code is essential.
Today we have two dominant model plumbing codes in the United States; The International Plumbing Code (IPC) is a proven, comprehensive model plumbing code that works seamlessly with ICC’s family of building codes. It sets minimum regulations for plumbing systems and components to protect
During maintenance you’ll want to be assured the top of the vent is kept open. A blocked vent can be caused by leaves, dead animals and ice dams (in very cold climates). Another “not-so-common” way
SafeHome Inspections is a property and building inspection company working collaboratively to advance the goal of safe and more energy efficient construction in Mississippi. We inspect pre and post construction conditions of homes built in the magnolia state. Our efforts are to advance and promote energy efficient construction techniques and we hold energy efficient construction as our highest priority. We, our partners and fellow inspectors embrace a vision of clean energy where conservation and efficient construction is the cornerstone of our state and national energy policy.