Likely you have an asphalt roof covering, this is the most common type of roofing materials. There are many different types of asphalt roof coverings. We will focus on two of them. 3-Tab Shingles This type of roof covering is typically a Read More
I can’t tell you how many times a week I have a conversation with a client about the need to add gutters to their home! Why are gutters so important? Did you know that 1in of rainfall on an acre of land Read More
1. How much does a home inspection cost? I frequently get calls from potential clients just wanting a price quote, and nothing more. I get it. Buying a home is expensive and the home inspection fee is one of the expenses that Read More
Whether you’re a first time home buyer or a seasoned home owner there is always a worry that you are going to buy a money pit of a house. A house that is going to cost you a lot of money in Read More
In our area it is more common to have a basement than a crawlspace, however I still inspect them often. Recently, I inspected a crawlspace that contained a lot of moisture. It was a vented crawlspace, the ground was wet and muddy, Read More
Mold is one of the three big fear items that home buyers often ask me about during the home inspection process. Although mold is beyond the scope of the home inspection it is something I am always looking for. Simply put if Read More
Winter can show you a lot about your house that you cannot see at other times throughout the year. Have you ever wondered why the snow melts faster on some roofs over others? The simple answer to this question is that you Read More
Like myself, you may have guests coming over for the holidays. Weather they are just dropping by for the day or staying overnight here are a few easy things you can do to make your home safe and comfortable for them to visit. Read More
Today, I wanted to discuss Knob & Tube wiring. This is one of those home topics that may have some undeserved fear associated with it. First, I would like to say that Knob & Tube wiring is not inherently dangerous. So why Read More
I may be a little a little late this season in providing these tips, seeing as we have already had 2 snow days before November, but here they are anyways. 1. OUTSIDE PREP Gutters and Drainage Water is your home’s worst enemy. Read More