Upon Closer Inspection

Fixing Some Problems With Your Home Are More Expensive Than Others

By Brenda Masse / August 10, 2022 /

Every homebuyer is different, so an inspector never knows what to expect when meeting a client. Some people are super detail-oriented and want to know every measurement and wattage, and then want to take that inspection report and negotiate every single item down to the tiniest scratch and light bulb. Most Realtors would say, “Don’t…

Home Inspector Tip: These Fire Hazards Are Too Hot to Handle

By Brenda Masse / July 13, 2022 /

I don’t know if you’ve heard anyone mention it lately, but it’s really hot out there. LOL, as if anyone has anything else to talk about. But in this extra-hot summer, in the midst of a drought, it’s particularly important to note that fires are bad. When it’s this hot and dry, fire catches and…

Buying Into The Condo Life? Don’t Skip The Inspection

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / June 1, 2022 /

By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor Condo life has its benefits as well as its drawbacks, and one of the biggest realities is that there is no one type of condo. You have brand new units that have all their own individual systems like HVAC, water heater, roof, or even foundations; units that share some or all…

When They’re Not on The DL, These HVAC MVPs Keep You Cool When it Gets Hot

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / May 25, 2022 /

By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Even though during the summer, we aren’t thinking much about the heating portion, the system works together to keep your house at the desired temperature.  Furnace Deficiencies The furnace works independently from the air conditioning, but it utilizes the same vents and ductwork to…

Make Sure Your Roof Can Stand Up to Spring in Texas With These Tips From Home Inspectors

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / April 14, 2022 /

By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring high winds, hail storms, and flooding. So it’s a good time for your roof to be performing its best! Here are some examples of problems our home inspectors find on the roof. Roof Inspection This video is a great example of an…