We all know if something isn’t functioning then it is sitting still. People are no different than machinery in this regard. There are many self-help books and industry leading experts who weigh-in on how to be productive. I have found that there are a few items, if absent, will cause i
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04/02/2013
Outgrown clothing, stacks of papers, and an over-abundance of plastic shopping bags cluttering your home? Need some ideas about where to start in the recycling process? The Atlanta home inspector has thought of a few ways to benefit the environment, as well as, a few ways to help people.
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03/27/2013
There I was, all suited up and crawling through the attic. I shone my flashlight about like a knight wielding his faithful sword. When out of the corner of my eye I spotted a scurry and a flutter on the rafter across from me. The beam of my flashlight bounced at precisely the right time to catch
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03/21/2013
Sometimes I am compelled to write a blog that has nothing to do with Atlanta home inspections. This is one of those instances! We were at the local grocery the other day and as usual we had to grab assorted this and that. However, we never leave the store without fruit of some type or another
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03/14/2013
We need listings. Want to sale, and move up? Now is a great time! Increasing sales combined with decreasing inventory of listings reduced the months of supply to 4.2 months in December, 2012, reflecting the change from a “Buyer’s Market” to a “Seller’s Market” condition during 2012 Call Us toda
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03/09/2013
Did you know… · “Radon is a world-wide health risk in homes” -World Health Organization · “Cumulative radon exposure is a significant risk factor for lung cancer in women” - Heartland Radon Research and Education Program · “Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevate
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03/07/2013
About 35% of heating and cooling is lost through the roof, according to energy experts, and walls, windows, and doors can also contribute to air leaks. What this translates to for you – is higher energy bills as your heating and air system struggles to keep up. So how do you know if you have air
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02/22/2013
While nothing can compare to the emotion, the ambiance, or the restorative nature of the mountains, there are a few contrasts to consider regarding the composition of your log home retreat. We dislike spoiling your relaxation, so here are a few items the Atlanta Home Inspector suggests to keep in
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02/21/2013
David Lelak of IHI Home Inspections was recently interviewed by Atlanta Real Estate Forum. To hear the interview click the link http://www.atlantarealestateforum.com/atlanta-real-estate-forum-radio-ihi-home-inspections-and-2013-home-design-trends-71924/ Within this interview you will learn the im
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02/19/2013
Are you using your garbage disposal properly? What foods do you consistently flush down the drain, and which foods do you pitch elsewhere? The Atlanta home inspection crew has created a list of consumables that need to avoid garbage disposal territory. Make sure that the disposal stays
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02/18/2013
