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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December 18, 2023
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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October 31, 2023
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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May 25, 2023
Asphalt driveway maintenance
As a home inspector in the Twin Cities area, I usually see an issue or two with asphalt driveways. While no driveway will last forever, a few actions at…
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April 10, 2023
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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February 7, 2023
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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December 21, 2022
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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September 21, 2022
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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June 28, 2022
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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January 29, 2021
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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January 22, 2021