MA Home Inspectors
The Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice (SOP) is unique from other States. Read the blog for insight on what makes a MA Home Inspection different from other States.
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2010
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I recently received feedback after an inspection. The question was did I really see a dead mouse in the basement? Since there was not a photograph of the dead mouse in the inspection report, could I remove the statement about a dead mouse? Please step over the dead mouse The feedback seemed a b...
06/28/2010
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It doesn't happen very often, but every now and then there is an ethical challenge during a home inspection. At the start of the home inspection for a couple, one of them tells me to find a lot wrong with the house since they feel the offered too much for the house. At this point what do you do? ...
06/19/2010
I have heard the term "major defect" used in many conversations about home inspections as well as in many blogs and websites. I have yet to see a definition for the term "major defect". So how do you respond when asked... What are the Major Defects? We only discuss General Defects and leave it up...
06/19/2010
Over the years there have been numerous times I have heard the three most important aspects of real estate are location, location and location. A home buyer may also want to consider a technical view of these 3 attributes. 1. Location - How close is the flood zone? We have seen flood conditions...
06/19/2010
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Beware of a cross connection at your kitchen sink, they are a safety hazard. A cross connection is a potential contamination of your potable water. I see many kitchen sink faucets with an extendable faucet. This may be convenient, yet it is also dangerous. The faucet may extend below the flood ...
06/13/2010
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There are many areas to observe when inspecting a hot water system. Too often I see people all to eager to check the temperature of the hot water with their finger. Scalding is a real concern. Use a thermometer and avoid a scalding situation. Here is a photo of hot water at a bathroom sink. T...
06/05/2010
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The Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice (SOP) is unique from other States. Read the blog for insight on what makes a MA Home Inspection different from other States.