A home inspection observes and reports on the condition of a real estate property, usually when it is on the market to be sold. Read More Original Article Source Credits: Investopedia , https://www.investopedia.com/ Article Written By: JAMES CHEN Original Article Posted on: Mar 1, 2021 Link to Original Article: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/h/home-inspection.asp
Category: HOME INSPECTION
YOUR SPRING HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
With the days lengthening and weather warming, spring is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects. Now that the threat of winter storms has passed, you can look for damage and make any needed repairs, as well as prep your home and garden for summer. We spoke with an expert… Read More
HOME INSPECTIONS: DON’T MAKE THESE MISTAKES
Buying a home involves many different processes, one of which is closing on a home, and getting your potential new abode inspected. Although an inspection doesn’t seem like something that could affect you much during the home buying process, making mistakes during this process can cost you big bucks a few years down the road…. Read More
THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF RADON GAS, A SILENT KILLER MOST OF US DO NOT THINK ABOUT.
We all know to check the smoke detectors at least once a year, be it when clocks fall back or spring forward. Many of us responsible ones even have carbon monoxide monitors in our homes and businesses. But what about radon? To be honest, I did not give much thought to radon either until I… Read More
IMPORTANT ANNUAL INSPECTIONS THAT EVERY HOMEOWNER SHOULD FOLLOW
As a homeowner, you already know that there can seem to be no end to your “To Do†list. With regular maintenance, cleaning, redecorating and yard work it’s easy to feel like your home is a full time job of its own. Setting up a regular care and inspection schedule for your home is a… Read More
ALL ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS
Before buying a house, you’ll want to conduct a property inspection. Read on to learn more about your options when it comes to home inspections. Read More Original Article Source Credits: This Old House , https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ Article Written By: This Old House Original Article Posted on: NA Link to Original Article: https://www.thisoldhouse.com/inspections/21128494/all-about-home-inspections
RADON: HOW IT CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH
Radon is a radioactive gas you can’t see, feel, taste, or smell. It starts out as uranium, a heavy metal found in the ground and most rocks on the planet. When uranium decays, it turns into another metal called radium. When radium breaks down, it becomes radon. Read More Original Article Source Credits: WebMD , https://www.webmd.com/… Read More
15 HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR SPRING
After a long, dark winter, spring’s bright sun and warm winds are, well, a breath of fresh air. The only downside? All that sunshine spotlights your leaf-filled gutters, cracked sidewalks and the dead plants in last year’s flower beds. Follow this checklist to target the areas that need maintenance so you can get your chores… Read More
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE DANGERS OF RADON GAS IN YOUR HOME
You can’t touch it, see it, or smell it but radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer outside of cigarette smoking. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. It’s found in soil, rock, and even water as the breakdown of uranium. When uranium is broken down, it’s released into the air and can… Read More
10 THINGS THAT FAIL A HOME INSPECTION AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM
A home inspection is a top-to-bottom evaluation of a home, completed by a licensed inspector. Home inspections are usually paid for by the buyer when purchasing a home. The role of the home inspector is to provide the buyer with a comprehensive report detailing problems with the home—both big and small. A buyer typically reserves… Read More
COMMON PROBLEMS FOUND DURING HOME INSPECTIONS
Buying a house is serious business. Whether a recently built estate or a modest fixer-upper, getting the lowdown on your potential home is of tantamount importance. A qualified home inspector is always your best bet for a thorough home evaluation, but it’s a good idea to have a general understanding of what to look out… Read More
SPRING HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
Take advantage of the moderate temperatures to get a head start on what should be an annual spring home maintenance routine. Read More Original Article Source Credits: Bob Vila , https://www.bobvila.com/ Article Written By: Merv Kaufman Original Article Posted on: NA Link to Original Article: https://www.bobvila.com/articles/2355-spring-home-maintenance-checklist/