• 15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own

    Thu, 10/07/2021 - 15:00
    by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko  -  The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to ask an InterNACHI inspector during your next inspection about other tools that you might find useful. 1.  Plunger

  • 7 Fixes to Avoid Major Foundation Problems

    Fri, 10/01/2021 - 07:35
    Water can damage a foundation in countless ways, so homeowners should look to experts for the dos and don’ts.Water is not always our friend. Sure, we drink it, swim in it, and need it to survive, but when it comes to homes, it can destroy the foundation, says home inspector Thomas Dabb of Immaculate Home Inspections in South Orange, N.J.

  • Remodeling Is a Poor Investment Strategy

    Tue, 09/28/2021 - 20:47
    Remodeling can dramatically increase the quality of life for building occupants, but if you are considering a remodel strictly as an investment, think twice about it.  Remodeling is rarely a sound monetary investment. 

  • Home Inspection Reports: What to Expect

    Thu, 09/16/2021 - 22:09
    Influenced by the changes in the economic and legal environments over the past 30 years, home inspection reports have changed to accommodate increased consumer expectations, and to provide more extensive information and protection to both inspectors and their clients.Development of Standards 

  • Protect Your Property From Water Damage

    Sat, 09/11/2021 - 16:54
    Water may be essential to life, but, as a destructive force, water can diminish the value of your home or building. Homes as well as commercial buildings can suffer water damage that results in increased maintenance costs, a decrease in the value of the property, lowered productivity, and potential liability associated with a decline in indoor air quality. The best way to protect against this potential loss is to ensure that the building components which enclose the structure, known as the building envelope, are water-resistant.

  • Why Get a Home Inspection If You’re Buying “As Is”?

    Sun, 09/05/2021 - 13:18
    Some sellers – often, those working without an agent – want to sell their home “as is” so they don’t have to invest money fixing it up or take on any potential liability for defects.  There is nothing wrong with buying a home “as is,” particularly if you can buy it at a favorable price, but if you are considering buying an “as is” home, you should still hire a competent home inspector to perform an inspection.  There are several reasons for this.

  • Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection

    Sat, 08/28/2021 - 16:12
    Speed up your home sale by preparing your home ahead of time using the following tips. Your home inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing. 

  • What Really Matters in a Home Inspection

    Sun, 08/22/2021 - 14:50
    Buying a home?  The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind but, depending on the findings, it may have the opposite effect. You will be asked to absorb a lot of information over a short period of time.  Your inspection will entail a written report, including checklists and photos, and what the inspector tells you during the inspection. All of this combined with the seller's disclosure and what you notice yourself can make the experience overwhelming. What should you do?

  • Modular vs Manufactured Homes

    Mon, 08/16/2021 - 11:04
    While the terms “modular home” and “manufactured home” refer to two very different things, they are sometimes used interchangeably. Perhaps some of this confusion stems from the fact that modular homes are, in fact, manufactured (“manufactured” might be an unfortunate label.) Also, traditional “site-built” homes are not necessarily better than modular homes, despite the stigma associated with their assembly-line origin.

  • Mold, Moisture and Your Home

    Tue, 08/10/2021 - 23:06
    Mold Basics -The key to mold control is moisture control.If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem.It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold growth.