How to Prevent Your Garage from Being Broken Into
Do you leave the door leading from your garage into your home unlocked? You may want to reconsider that option. As a Mississippi Licensed Home Inspector recognizing potential danger zones is one of my primary concerns. I’ve noticed a potential safety risk in your garage. One that could lead a burglar right into your home. […]
5 Warning Signs of an Unsafe Deck
There about 40 million decks in the US. About 1/2 of them need either repairing or replacement. The cause? Improper construction or/and lack of maintenance. July 28th – 2013 ::Â Tinley Park, ILÂ Fourteen people were injured Saturday night after the second-floor deck of a home in the 16700 block of Beverly Avenue collapsed during a party […]
When Should I Change My Asphalt Roof?
The most obvious time to change your roofing material is when it begins to leak…but that’s not always true. I use this 4 stage method when performing a roof inspection. The roof’s life span can be shortened by several factors, including (but certainly not limited to) poor attic ventilation, hail damage, and poorly manufactured roofing […]
#1 on My Top 10 Most Reported Safety Conditions – Range Anti-Tip
This is one of my Top Ten most reported home inspection conditions. Free-standing, slide-in, and built-in kitchen ranges can tilt forward when too much pressure is applied to an open oven door. Tipping the oven may result in injuries, scalds, and/or burns from hot food and liquids. The bracket is included with the new appliance. Unfortunately, […]
Goodman/Amana Offers FREE Inspection – DUE TO FIRE HAZARD
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Amana Packaged Gas/Electric Heating and Cooling units Units: About 155 Manufacturer: Goodman Company […]