Upon Closer Inspection

Avoiding Uninvited Holiday Guests: Seasonal Pest Control

By Brenda Masse / December 6, 2023 /

Nobody likes an uninvited guest, especially around the holidays. And I’m not talking about your good friends who have a standing invitation to just drop in anytime. I’m talking about the kind that just show up unannounced, eat your food, wreak havoc, and never want to leave. OK, I’m talking about pests — like the…

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After South Dallas Gas Explosion, Let’s Talk About Natural Gas Safety

By Brenda Masse / November 29, 2023 /

Last week, a local family had the scare of their lives when their Thanksgiving celebration was suddenly and violently interrupted by a gas explosion at their home in South Dallas. While the exact cause of the blast that destroyed their guest house and caused major damage to the main house is still under investigation, it…

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Upon Closer Inspection, Thankfulness Abounds in North Texas

By Brenda Masse / November 23, 2023 /

It’s Thanksgiving in North Texas, and therefore time to reflect on the things for which we are grateful. Here at Upon Closer Inspection, our list may look a little different than yours, but hey, that’s the content you came here for. Inspector Adrian is Thankful For Contractors Who Get Spray Foam Right There are several…

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The Real Estate Market Can be a Real Roller Coaster of Emotions

By Brenda Masse / November 15, 2023 /

Ah, the real estate market. It’s an exciting industry full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and anyone who works in any aspect of the business will tell you the one thing you can count on is to expect the unexpected. Maybe I’m just a little stressed because my own Collin County home has…

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Why New Construction Homes Need an Inspection

By Brenda Masse / November 8, 2023 /

As new home construction continues to take 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?” We’ve answered this question before, but the sentiment bears repeating. Not only are new buyers entering the market all the time,…

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