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 History of knob and tube wiring Knob and tube wiring was the go-to method for electricians in the United States from the 1880s to the late 1930s. Many pros continued to use this method through the 1950s, '60s and even '70s for new home construction. Many homeowners looking to purchase a home wil...
09/30/2019
The guest home maybe there, and refered to as a rumbus room with only a sink and toilet behind a two car garage. But the key question " is it legal?" this is the most important question to the buyer because this question is a deciding purchase decision of being respondsible getting the approriate...
07/22/2019
This crawl space inspection indications some serious issues. My written report shows with photos and documented results and experience of a certified home Inspector. This inspection shows electrical and structural issues. Crawlspaces are host to a large number of conditions that may harm the hous...
03/11/2019
Figure 1 before a 203k consultant was involvedMost 203(k) consultants are presented like a football team’s offensive coordinator – a point guard that runs plays on a basketball court and a star infielder – all in one the point is working as a team!. Seem like an exaggeration? When it comes to 203...
03/09/2019
What is the difference between a home inspection and a home appraisal?Bank Appraisal versus Home InspectionThe home inspection is primarily intended to protect the prospective buyer from purchasing a home with structural defects and other major problems. The appraisal is meant to protect the buye...
05/03/2018
Your home may qualify for a HUD 203k Renovation Loan if your home was located in a California Wild Fire Zone. https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4344 The FHA and HUD official site discusses a variety of remedies for those who have experienced a natural disaster. Some of the most important advice?Conta...
12/23/2017
My recommendation of air ducts being cleaned is based on several important factors, a basic visual Inspection of the home's or business air quality, the presence of airborne hazards (including mold), or the presence of rodents or insects. Determining the need for the air ducts to be cleaned is be...
12/04/2017
Your warranty is only as good as the installation. For instance you go out and hire a Roofing Contractor to replace the roof  with A LIFETIME WARRANTY from a well know manufacturer in order to improve the market value of your home. Well, then your potential buyer hires a home inspector to before ...
11/18/2017
I changed my profile photo wearing the Peletot Overcoat because I own one after the style is a 19 century Style and many people in this is generation don't know the coats history. The most well dressed men of the time made this coat famous. I live in Southern California and the reasons I have for...
11/10/2017
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The scams are getting more aggressive! I just recieved a UPS with a Cashier's Check in it for $4610.00 I am suppose to deposit the check in my account no questions asked!!! just take my inspection fee out of it and send the rest to thier unnamed contractor? and they will sign the pre inspection a...
11/08/2017
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