Gary N Smith, SafeHome Inspections
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Today, we’re diving into a topic many homeowners in humid climates face: condensation on air supply pipes in crawl spaces. Trust me, this is one “sweaty” situation you’ll want to address before it drips into a more serious problem. So, let’s break
When it comes to home inspections, a re-inspection offers its own unique set of challenges. Unlike the initial survey, which provides a broad overview of a home’s condition, re-inspections focus on specific areas that have undergone repairs. In this article, I’d like
First introduced in the 1999 edition of the National Electric Code, AFCIs were required for bedroom receptacle outlets, and in every code cycle since their introduction, the protection requirements have expanded. Today, AFCI breakers are required in almost all locations in the
Several factors, including climate zone, maintenance practices, material type, and usage, can influence the life cycle of exposed wood decks. So, when I make this statement: “The methods of construction on this deck are substandard and no longer permitted, and repair is
MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) rating is a measurement scale designed to evaluate the effectiveness of air filters. It was developed by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to provide a standardized method for comparing air filters based