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, think twice about it. Remodeling is rarely a sound monetary investment.  According to a report published by Remodeling...

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 Radon  The EPA recommends: If you are buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon.   For a new...

Pool Safety

Swimming pools should always be happy places. Unfortunately, each year thousands of American families confront swimming pool tragedies, drownings and near-drownings of young children. At InterNACHI, we want to prevent these tragedies. These are guidelines for pool...

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, appliances and appurtenances in connection with sanitary and storm drainage facilities, the venting system, and public and...

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 basic understanding of how moisture may enter a building, and where problem areas commonly occur. Some common...

Pesticides 101

Pesticides are poisons designed to kill a variety of plants and animals, such as insects (insecticides), weeds (herbicides), and mold or fungus (fungicides). They are each composed of an inert carrier and a pest-specific active ingredient, both of which are toxic to...