Repairing Squeeky Floors

I wish I knew how easy it is to cure squeeky floors when I was a teenager. I would have been able to stay out past curfew. There are only…

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Ventless Fireplaces

Long before I was a home inspector, my wife and I remodeled our farmhouse. We had a choice of fireplaces, but the contractor explained that a wood burning firplace would…

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Garage Door Maintenance

Here's how a few hours of work once a year can increase safety and save money At least twice a year, test the safety features. Start by placing a 2x4…

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Loose toilet repair

A loose toilet can lead to leaks, which can damage the floor and create an unsafe environment. Better to make timely repairs now than big repairs later. One of the…

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Home Seller’s Checklist

Are you ready to sell your house, and is it about to be inspected? Here is a checklist of items suggested to make the inspection (and therefore, sale) of your…

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Lumpy Insulation

Another reason why opossums shouldn't be allowed to root around in your attic As a home inspector, I often find that the insulation in the attic is not even. Sometimes…

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Intumescent Firestop Collars

Older houses tend to fare better in a fire than newer ones. This is due in part to the building materials used. Vinyl siding is a lot more flammable than…

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Is it time to remove the chimney?

Chimneys are subject to exposure from the elements, and cannot last forever. Can you get by without yours? If your chimney is in the middle of the house, as opposed…

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COVID-19 Vaccination!

As of this writing, 2.06 million people have died worldwide from COVID-19. We are living in the midst of the biggest health crisis this planet has seen. Every effort should…

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