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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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 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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What Does Recommend Further Evaluation Mean in an Inspection Report
Few phrases in a home inspection report cause more anxiety than “recommend further evaluation.” It appears often, it sounds serious, and…
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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…
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Why Smoke Detectors Are Located in Specific Areas
Smoke detectors are a standard feature in residential homes, but their placement is not arbitrary. Understanding why smoke detectors are located…
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What Does “Monitor” Mean in an Inspection Report?
When an inspection report uses the term “monitor,” it is communicating something specific: a condition was observed that warrants awareness and…
