Plumbing Leaks and Freeze-Related Issues Found in Early Spring
Freezing temperatures affect plumbing systems in ways that are not always immediately visible. When water inside a pipe freezes, it expands…
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Exterior Drainage and Grading Problems Inspectors See After Snow Melt
How Snowmelt Exposes Drainage Conditions Snowmelt differs from rain in a way that matters for drainage evaluation. Rain typically falls over…
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What Winter Can Reveal About a Home Once the Snow Melts
Winter is one of the most demanding seasons a home experiences. Cold temperatures, freeze-thaw cycles, snow loads, ice accumulation, and extended…
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What Does a Water Heater Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Do?
A temperature-pressure relief valve — commonly called a TPR valve or T&P valve — is a safety device installed on water…
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What is the Main Water Shutoff and Why Does it Matter?
The main water shutoff is the valve that controls the flow of water entering a home from the municipal supply or…
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Inspecting the Main Electrical Panel: What Inspectors Look For
The main electrical panel sits out of the way in a basement, garage, or utility room — easy to overlook during…
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What is the Main Electrical Disconnect?
The main electrical disconnect is the point where electrical power to a home can be shut off entirely. Understanding the main…
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What is AFCI Protection?
AFCI protection — Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter protection — is an electrical safety feature designed to reduce the risk of fire caused…
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Cosmetic Conditions vs. Functional Concerns
Inspection reports document a wide range of observations — from conditions that affect how a home operates to conditions that only…
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What Does “Not Accessible” Mean in an Inspection Report?
When an inspection report uses the phrase “not accessible,” it is documenting that a specific area, system, or component could not…
