by 304inspections | Aug 7, 2022 | Maintenance
Crawlspace Fun Crawlspaces are so much fun! You just never know what you are going to find in crawlspaces. One day it’s zombie spiders, and the next it’s very large snake shed…or sometimes you come face and eyes with the real thing! This crawlspace was extremely tight...
by 304inspections | Jul 31, 2022 | Maintenance
Copper Water Lines Copper Water lines are found in most older homes and some newer homes. Copper water lines that are not insulated and left in unconditioned spaces can corrode over time. With corrosion the water lines can become damaged and small pin hole leaks can...
by 304inspections | Jul 19, 2022 | Maintenance
Structural Issues Structural Issues Often I see cracks in brick veneer and foundations of homes. Some are worse than others. I have a crack measuring tool specifically designed for measuring cracks associated with structural issues. This particular house had cracks...
by 304inspections | Jul 9, 2022 | Maintenance
Why is my Roof Leaking? The plumbing vent flashings pictured were discovered on a recent inspection I completed. A roof flashing is designed to shed water and not allow it to enter the attic or living space below. As you can see, these flashings are dry rotted and...
by 304inspections | May 14, 2022 | Maintenance
Washing Machine Outlet Box Washing Machine Outlet Box Washing machine outlet boxes are a nice and neat way to deal with the plumbing for your washer. It contains a shutoff for your both the hot and cold water and helps conceal the standpipe. Most of the newer outlet...
by 304inspections | Mar 13, 2022 | Maintenance
Cast Iron Plumbing <br> Cast Iron Plumbing – Is it a problem? Cast Iron Plumbing <br> Is your home built in the 1960s or even earlier? Chances are your Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipes (DWV pipes) are made of cast iron. Why is this an issue? <br>...
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