Your A/C system is no stranger to moisture. In fact, your air handler pulls moisture from the air and drains it away from your home. However, air handler sweating is different. Condensation on the outside…
We wrote another blog on roof maintenance; if you have not already you should check it out! Flat roofs typically require more attention than other roofing materials like shingles. This is because flat roofs tend…
Mold near/in handlers is a common occurrence. As a home inspector, it is one of the first places I check even. Furthermore, mold near air handlers or inside air handlers does not discriminate towards the…
What is a power surge? A power surge can be an unexpected surge of electricity caused by another item on the electrical system. A few examples: a large appliance may back feed electricity to your…
A Brief Outline A final walkthrough is an examination of a home before the day of closing. This is to get final confirmation that the seller has moved out (or is almost moved out) and…
So what's the deal with SharkBite plumbing fittings? Should they be used? Do they leak? We answer your questions here. How SharkBite Fittings Work Very simply, SharkBite fittings work by pushing teeth onto pipes that…
The mortgage process can be a bit confusing leading up to the closing table. Especially when this is your first time buying a home, you may rely heavily on your Realtor to help you along…
Every article starts out by saying, "these times are unprecedented". They are weird times, that's for sure. Waking up each morning seems like we are re-living the same-day, in the same dream. Waypoint Property Inspection,…
On average, a water heater (tank style) lasts about 8-12 years, but that can vary depending on type, where it is kept, and environment. If you are concerned about having to replace your water heater,…
So what's the deal with double tapped breakers? Are they really that bad as everyone has made them out to be? Can it cause your house to burn down? Well, although double tapped breakers are…