ICE-DAMS The icicles hanging from the roof may look pleasing, but in actual they are evidence of an issue called...

⚡️ What is GFCI and how does it work⚡️? GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. It detects the interruption...

Temperature Pressure Relief valve and Discharge Tube Before we talk about maintaining water heaters, it’s important to know about pressure...

What is caulking/sealant? Caulking/sealant is a bead of (silicon, latex/acrylic, polyurethane, butyl/rubber) specific material that seals the penetrations, gaps, cracks...

Before we get into when to clean the gutters, it's important to understand why they are there. What Gutters Do:...

Home Inspector A home inspector is a person who inspects your house with his/her knowledge and experience, which eventually leads...

A standard home inspection is a visual, non-damaging evaluation of the house based on its present condition and performance. It...

A standard home inspection is a non-destructive, visual inspection of a home that is performed by a certified home inspector....

When to perform a home inspection on new construction? A new construction home can inspect at any time within one...