To many homeowners the onslaught of the problem is sudden and unexpected. A plumber described the situation: "First you hear a bang, then there's a sudden drop in water pressure. Water then starts coming from pipes you didn't know existed, causing soggy floors or holes in ceilings that are destru
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02/01/2009
In the late 1960's and early 1970's copper prices rose and contractors/electricians switched from copper to lower costing aluminum wiring. Although no longer common for distribution circuits, aluminum wiring is still used today in certain applications. For example, 240 volt circuits for stoves
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01/20/2009
This first section will deal with home owners who are still living in their homes and will be having a home inspection to have condition removed from Real Estate Offer. Ensure your annual maintenance items have been done, which are not limited but can include the following: Check all eaves tro
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01/02/2009
Eave Troughs - Care and Maintenance Winter and Eave Troughs This is where most home designers fail to take winter into consideration when designing homes. Most home owners buy homes in the Spring, Summer and Fall, and never think about their homes eave troughs and downspouts. As a home inspector
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12/31/2008
Eave Troughs - Care and Maintenance Winter and Eave Troughs This is where most home designers fail to take winter into consideration when designing homes. Most home owners buy homes in the Spring, Summer and Fall, and never think about their homes eave troughs and downspouts. As a home insp
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12/31/2008
Concrete foundations are of two types - poured concrete and concrete block. Poured concrete is a modern manner of laying foundations, while concrete blocks are more traditional. Concrete blocks are preferred for their visual appeal and strength. Yet, as time passes, there may be degradation of co
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12/17/2008
Buying Real Estate and Due Diligence General Definition of Due Diligence: Measure of prudence, responsibility, and diligence that isfrom, and ordinarily exercised by, a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances. Individuals investing in Real Estate have to take some of the responsibi
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12/13/2008
Open Flames and Candles – Always ensure your candles cannot accidently ignite decorations or other combustible materials. If you have or are entertaining small children ensure all candles are safely out of reach. Keep candles, matches and lighters out of the reach of children. Xmas Decorations -
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12/10/2008
Recently I had my heating ducts cleaned in my house after finishing a renovation project. The duct cleaning company used a video camera to inspect my ducts before and during cleaning, what a sight to behold! There were pieces of drywall left over from the original construction and of course lot
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11/13/2008
