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Private Water Wells
If your family gets drinking water from a private well, do you know if your water is safe to drink? What health risks could you and your family...
Benefits of Low-Emissivity Windows
Low-emissivity glass, also known as low-E glass, uses a microscopically thin and virtually invisible metal or metallic oxide layer incorporated in...
Home remodeling is a poor investment strategy
Remodeling can dramatically increase the quality of life for building occupants, but if you are considering a remodel strictly as an investment,...
Radon Gas 101
Checklist for Inspecting Radon Mitigation Systems in Residential Homes https://www.nachi.org/comsop.htm#19 Home Buyer's and Seller's Guide to...
Pool Safety
Swimming pools should always be happy places. Unfortunately, each year thousands of American families confront swimming pool tragedies, drownings...
Everything you need to know about plumbing
Plumbing may be defined as the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance and alteration of all piping, fixtures,...
Moisture Intrusion
Moisture intrusion can be the cause of building defects, as well as health ailments for the building's occupants. Inspectors should have at least a...
Pesticides 101
Pesticides are poisons designed to kill a variety of plants and animals, such as insects (insecticides), weeds (herbicides), and mold or fungus...
Soy-based Insultation
Homeowners now have the option to insulate their homes with insulation made from soybean oil, known as soy-based insulation. While more expensive...
Pet-borne Diseases in the Home
Every year, tens of thousands of Americans contract diseases from their pets. Combine that with the fact that 85 million U.S. families (or 68% of...