Ten Reasons to Get a Home Inspection by a trusted home inspectorIf you were buying a used car from a private party, you would probably want to have your mechanic check it out before you laid down your cash. After all, there is just so much you can discern from looks alone, and even a Read More …

Learn all you need to know about mold, how to prevent it, and why you should hire a trusted professional when the situation is out of hand! A mold is a type of fungus, that, in the natural world, plays its part in the greater scheme of things by helping cause the breakdown, or decomposition, Read More …

Wind Mitigation Learn all you need to know about wind mitigation, inspection features and why you should hire a trusted company! Mitigation is a term that means diminishing or moderating the force or intensity of something. When applied to the power of a natural phenomenon, say, like the high winds that can arise during a Read More …

How to find the best home inspector? All inspectors are not created equal… Just like an attorney, a doctor, a car or that new home your buying, not only is cheapest not the best way to go… it’s probably something you want to avoid all together. I get calls all the time about the best Read More …

Your roof… Keeping you dry, keeping you safe. Every home has one, but not all roofs are created equal! How often do you really get on your roof? How long will it last? Will it leak soon? How much will it cost to replace? It’s probably the most expensive regular maintenance item in or on Read More …

Check out our interview on Florida Homes, a leading site for Florida Real Estate, as well as Georgia real estate, South Carolina homes for sale and Orlando, FL homes for sale: 5 Things Homeowners Should Know About Mold Inspections.

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Recently, we went out to perform a Wind Mitigation for a customer who was buying a house and setting up there homeowners insurance. Access to the attic was in the garage, next to the air handler. Now, I’m very allergic to cats and when I walked into the garage, the smell was so strong, I Read More …

WHAT IS WITH ALL THESE HOME INSPECTIONS? When you think about it, buying a home is ultimately the result of many decisions that will be made by a variety of people, including: you, your spouse and other family members who will be living their lives in the new abode and want to be happy with Read More …

Mold is a type of fungus that thrives in moist or damp environments. While outdoor molds are a necessary part of the planet’s ecosystem, since they break down decaying organic matter, such as dead leaves and trees, indoor molds are rarely considered welcome guests. In fact, the opposite is true. Exposure to indoor mold can Read More …

If you watch television regularly, it seems that every day you are informed of some new sickness or ailment that can be attacked, fixed or cured by some new miracle drug created by one of the large pharmaceutical companies. Whether it is “Restless Leg Syndrome,” Low-T, “COPD,” or any number of other disorders, the soothing Read More …

Black Mold If you’ve ever noticed a greenish-black looking patch of gelatinous material, often a bit slimy, but sometimes dry and powdery, growing in an area that has been, or continues to be, exposed to moisture, you just may have ventured upon an infestation of the infamous and extremely toxic black mold, known by its Read More …

Scientists estimate that there may be up to 100,000 species of fungi in the world; a kingdom that includes mushrooms, yeast, mildews and molds. In nature, molds play an important role in the decomposition of leaves, fallen trees, and other plant debris, by producing enzymes that digest organic matter. Without molds doing this cleanup job, Read More …

Mold Remediation According to the dictionary, remediation is the act or process of remedying, or correcting, a fault or deficiency. When used in relation to the environment, remediation means the removal of pollutants or contaminants for the general protection of human health. Because mold is a contaminant that can cause mild to severe health problems Read More …

Mold A mold is a type of fungus, that, in the natural world, plays its part in the greater scheme of things by helping cause the breakdown, or decomposition, of dead organic matter, such as fallen leaves and trees. This biodegradation helps forests prepare for new growth. There are thousands of known species of molds Read More …

If you were buying a used car from a private party, you would probably want to have your mechanic check it out before you laid down your cash. After all, there is just so much you can discern from looks alone, and even a spin around the block might not reveal problems that could crop Read More …

Why Air Sample? Because mold spores are invisible to the naked eye, it is sometimes advisable to apply a laboratory protocol to determine the type and extent of mold that might be present in a home or office. Air sampling is one way in which the scope and severity of a mold problem can be Read More …

Along with water and air, soil is one of the three essential elements that make life on Earth possible. It is the medium in which all plant life grows; it is a means of water storage, supply and purification; it is an important part of the nitrogen cycle that modifies the atmosphere; it is a Read More …

A home inspection, performed by a licensed home inspector, is a visual examination of the structure and components of a home. Its purpose is to identify any defects, safety issues or structural items that are not performing correctly and delineate which ones may need to be remediated or repaired before a home buyer closes on Read More …

According to numbers on file with Florida’s County Property Appraisers’ Offices, there are currently over 1 million residential and commercial swimming pools in the Sunshine State.  While the warm climate in states like Florida, Arizona and California makes the ownership and use of swimming pools an attractive feature of everyday life throughout most of the Read More …

Mitigation is a term that means diminishing or moderating the force or intensity of something. When applied to the power of a natural phenomenon, say, like the high winds that can arise during a tropical storm or hurricane, mitigation means lessening their destructive character by the implementation of certain building techniques in order to prevent Read More …

In the world of electronics, AFCI stands for “Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter.” An AFCI is a special type of electrical receptacle, outlet or circuit breaker designed to detect and respond to potentially dangerous electrical arcs in home branch wiring. Arcs and Arc Faults An electrical arc can happen when electricity “jumps” a gap in a circuit Read More …

Ways You Can Maximize Your Homeowner’s Insurance Endeavors It is impossible to predict when a disaster will occur. It could happen when you’re asleep tonight, or it could wait until you’re on vacation. Having a good homeowner’s insurance policy will bring you tremendous peace of mind. Before purchasing an insurance policy, be sure to read Read More …

Real Estate Buying Tips For Any Buyer You have to start somewhere when it comes to buying real estate. No matter where you are in the process, this article is designed to help you make wise choices so that your experience will be a success. Home Inspection Insisting on a home inspection can save you Read More …

Anyone tell me what’s wrong with roofing issue??   I was at a house and saw in the attic that when the previous roofers used drywall instead of plywood or particle board to replace the water damaged decking.   Always check your contractors work!