Upon Closer Inspection
It’s hard to believe, but this week marks the 200th Upon Closer Inspection column! When we started sharing tales from the field back in October of 2019, who would have thought there would be so much to say about home inspections! We’ve discussed everything from the foundation to the roof, and all the details in…
When we inspect new construction homes, our inspectors evaluate systems that haven’t been tested by homeowners living in them yet, so we’re making sure that the home has been set up properly and that all systems are functioning as they should. Sometimes everything is working spectacularly, but sometimes mistakes have been made, or something has…
Did you know that it’s considered totally gauche to sport a broken AC after Labor Day? Not really, but it would be nice if the weather in North Texas wouldn’t make an AC malfunction such a catastrophic event. Having to purchase a new AC system this close to fall just seems like cruel and unusual…
When you’re buying a home and you have your home inspection, you’ll receive a very detailed report that includes information about everything from tiny foundation cracks to the roof. You’ll get a lot of info about things that aren’t super important, but that can be used as a maintenance checklist, such as outlets that need…
I don’t know about you, but my brain melts at approximately 101 degrees. So … 🫠. This week, we’re just going to look at some bad home inspection photos and videos I have stored up for just such an occasion, because when it’s been over 100 degrees for this many days, you need a good…
