A Closer Look at Gas Safety Inspections in Mississippi
The Mississippi Home Inspector Board website has a helpful article about the role of home inspectors in gas safety. But with our aging gas systems—and recent accidents—we need to look closer at the bigger picture. The Hidden Dangers of Aging Gas Lines Basic safety checks and visual inspections are essential but can only go so […]
Breathe Easy: Understanding the Importance of Proper Ventilation for Gas Stoves
Using a gas stove without proper ventilation can lead to indoor air quality issues, including respiratory problems and mold growth. While recirculating venting systems can help to improve indoor air quality, they may not be as effective as vented systems.
How Spark Ignition Works on a Gas Furnace
Here’s how a basic gas furnace works: Overall, the gas ignition system in a residential furnace is an important part of the heating system that helps ensure the furnace’s safe and efficient operation. Let’s Get Technical Technically speaking, here’s an in-depth review of how a faulty spark ignition device (and other issues) is evaluated on […]
Vent Free Fireplace Odor
This week I inspected a home with a vent-free fireplace. They’re common in Central Mississippi. After lighting the log set, my nose picked up a distinct odor. It smelled like a mix of burning dust and a kerosene lamp. The seller had three dogs and two cats – all inside/outside pets. If you’re having trouble […]
How To Inspect CSST
Safety is the critical factor here. It’s vitally important CSST, like other potentially conductive systems — including rigid black pipe — be properly bonded to the structure’s grounding network.