Upon Closer Inspection

Some Easy Maintenance Tips To Save Yourself From Costly Repairs Down the Road

By Brenda Masse / May 2, 2026 /

Maintenance matters. Don’t get tired of hearing that because at the end of the day, it means saving you money. Obviously, some things you can’t do yourself unless you’re especially handy. But there are a handful of simple checks and touch-ups you can easily do to keep your home running smoothly, save you money, and…

Your Home Inspector’s Spring Home Maintenance To-Do List

By Brenda Masse / April 25, 2026 /

When the weather is this beautiful outside, it’s hard not to procrastinate on the tedious chores on your spring home maintenance to-do list. Who wouldn’t prefer a little porch sitting or a nice walk in the park instead? Alas, your friendly home inspector is back again to remind you that when you put off these…

On the Job With the Home Inspectors: See What They See

By Brenda Masse / April 18, 2026 /

When most people are asked what they do for work, they can give a basic rundown that plays out pretty much daily. Most people more or less do the same thing every day at work. Not so for home inspectors. Because when you go into people’s homes for a living, you never know if it’s…

Three Reasons New Construction Homes Need a Home Inspection

By Brenda Masse / April 11, 2026 /

As new home construction continues to make up an increasing share of the market, more and more home buyers may find themselves asking the question, “Do I need a home inspection on a brand-new home?” New construction in Texas is very popular, with 30% of buyers choosing a new build (twice the national rate) due…

Mistakes Home Inspectors Find That Homeowners Should Try To Avoid

By Brenda Masse / April 4, 2026 /

Everyone makes mistakes, and yet we can only act on the information we have. Not everyone is an expert on home repair and maintenance, so it’s easy to make mistakes or allow poor or even dangerous housing conditions to develop. Today, we’ll take a look at a few common mistakes our home inspectors find that…