Upon Closer Inspection
First-time home buyers, or those buying for the first time in a long while might wonder, “What types of things might I find on my home inspection report?” So every now and then, we like to devote a column to common problems you might find in different parts of the house. A little sampling, if…
Halloween is just around the corner, and that means it’s time for an obligatory creepy column! And what is creepier than the things that creep in and around the hidden places in our homes: insects, spiders, and snakes (oh my!)? Home Inspectors encounter these foul creatures on a regular basis in their work, unfortunately, but…
It’s time for another round of, “Let’s see who can spot the worst DIY repair job!” Is it on the roof? Under the sink? In the electrical panel? Some of these DIY Fails are pretty epic. Let’s see what you think. What Should I Do With These Extra Shingles? I mean, you’d hate to waste…
Nothing strikes fear in the hearts of North Texas homeowners like foundation repairs. Since October is the month for fear, let’s talk about foundations. Unfortunately due to the nature of our soil and our tricky climate, most homeowners in our area will have to worry about their foundations at some point. So it’s a good…
It’s October, which means it’s officially scary season, the most wonderful time of the year! Maybe that’s just me. Now, there’s good scary, which is like a good old fashioned haunted house, and then there’s bad scary, which is when it’s something at your house. For this week’s Upon Closer Inspection we’ll be looking at…
