by 304inspections | Sep 4, 2023 | Well Wishes
Happy Labor Day Happy Labor Day from 304 Inspections! Facebook Post
by 304inspections | Aug 12, 2023 | Well Wishes
Why Not Usually I post something about home maintenance or try to explain how a home system works. Today I thought I would tell a funny story that happened during a recent inspection. In the past I have posted creepy crawly things I have found in crawl spaces and...
by 304inspections | Jul 4, 2023 | Well Wishes
Happy Fourth of July! Happy Fourth of July from 304 Inspections! Facebook Post
by 304inspections | Jun 27, 2023 | Tips and Tricks
Polybutylene Water Pipes Polybutylene Water Pipes, what exactly are they? Why should I worry about them? How do I know if I have these in my home? Polybutylene Water Pipes (PB for short) are water pipes that were used from the 70s to the mid 90s in new construction...
by 304inspections | May 29, 2023 | Well Wishes
Memorial Day Memorial Day Memorial Day isn’t about cookouts and family get togethers. It is about the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country. Facebook Post
by 304inspections | Apr 17, 2023 | Maintenance
Chimney Crown A wood fire place can be an amazing accent to your home. My wife absolutely loves ours and it is utilized frequently. One very important, but often overlooked part of a wood burning fireplace is the chimney crown. This is the cement top to the chimney....
by 304inspections | Apr 9, 2023 | Well Wishes
Happy Easter Happy Easter from 304 Inspections! Facebook Post
by 304inspections | Mar 19, 2023 | Maintenance
Drainage, Waste, and Vent Pipes (DWV) The drainage waste and vent pipes in your house are required to have a certain slope. The pipes should slope 1/4” per foot. In other words, for every inch the pipe travels horizontally it should drop 1/4”. Water doesn’t run up...
by 304inspections | Feb 18, 2023 | Maintenance
Retaining Wall Problems Retaining walls are often overlooked items by homeowners. During a recent inspection I found this retaining wall that have moved a large amount. Due to hydrostatic pressure the soil and water behind the wall have caused it to move several...
by 304inspections | Jan 29, 2023 | Maintenance
Crawlspace Moisture Issues Related to our last post about ventilation issues, this crawlspace had moisture infiltration issues caused by negative grade, grey water dumping beside foundation, downspouts terminating improperly, gutter system missing, and an active...
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