Plumbing Inspection

Upon Closer Inspection: Everything’s Wrong With the Kitchen Sink

By Brenda Masse / October 5, 2024 /

The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but sometimes it can be the heart of the problem. There’s a lot of equipment in there, and that means a lot can go wrong. But today, we’re focusing in even further, on just the kitchen sink. Seems simple, right? But you’d be surprised how many…

Sewer Scope Inspections Flush Out The Problem

By Brenda Masse / February 21, 2024 /

One of those homeownership realities nobody likes to think about, much less deal with, is anything to do with the sewer. In modern society, we like to flush and look away, thank you very much. Nevertheless, our wastewater does have to drain properly. There is a system involved, and all manner of things can go…

These Home Inspections Show That Fixing Your Own Plumbing is a DIY Don’t

By Brenda Masse / November 2, 2022 /

Plumbing is one of the “Big 5” areas of the home, along with electricity, roofing, foundation, and HVAC. These are the major systems of the home that you should learn about both as a homeowner and when you’re purchasing a home, so you can plan for future costs. As home inspectors, we find that plumbing,…

Drip, Drip, Drip: Water is Damaging Your House

By Brenda Masse / October 19, 2022 /

Water is life and all that, but boy, can it wreak some havoc on your home when it gets where it’s not supposed to be. Whether it’s running through your pipes for drinking, bathing, washing clothes, or it’s coming down from the sky on a rainy day, water has a way of getting where you…

Do I Really Need a Home Inspection?

By Brenda Masse / September 21, 2022 /

The hot market is cooling off a bit, but North Texas real estate is still quite competitive compared to most major cities, and some home buyers may be tempted to skip a home inspection. If you are hoping to purchase a home in a competitive market where the seller will have no trouble finding someone…