For many homeowners with septic tanks, it’s often something that’s “out of sight, out of mind.” But like many other things found in your house and on your property, a septic tank requires regular care and maintenance to keep it functioning properly. If not, you run the risk of health and safety hazards, raw sewage backup in your home, and very costly repairs. So, how often do you need to get a septic tank pumped? Let’s explore that question.
[Read more…]The Risks of Improper Toilet Installation
Toilets: every home needs at least one. Essential to our everyday lives and functioning bathrooms, these modern-day plumbing fixtures are often overlooked. But, if not installed properly, toilets can cause structural issues and severe damage, which could negatively affect a home inspection report. Whether constructing a brand-new house or renovating the bathroom in your current place, you won’t want to skimp on the toilet installation. If done incorrectly, you could encounter these issues.
[Read more…]What’s in a Home Inspector’s Toolbox?
Although home inspectors can’t dismantle anything within a home, there are tools that make their job safer and easier. The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) Standards of Practice recommends home inspectors at least have a flashlight and an electrical circuit tester, but an experienced inspector knows that their job requires more than just the basics. Let’s take a look at some of the items that may be present in a home inspector’s toolbox.
[Read more…]What Do Home Inspectors Look for in a Sump Pump?
Sump pumps play an important role in keeping basements dry. So, when a sump pump isn’t installed properly or is poorly maintained, a strong bout of heavy rainfall or a burst pipe can cause extensive damage to your home. To ensure your potential new home is protected from basement floods, let’s take a look at what home inspectors look for in a sump pump.
[Read more…]5 Common Exterior Issues Found During Home Inspections
Despite a lot of home inspection problems originating within the house, an inspector spends a great deal of time outside the home as well. While not expensive or difficult to repair in most cases, issues found outside of a home can lead to problems such as pest infestations and foundation damage. Let’s review five of the common exterior issues we encounter during home inspections.
[Read more…]What Oil Tank Issues Can Result in a Failed Home Inspection?
Oil is one of the safest heating methods, making it an attractive trait for homebuyers. However, despite this, it’s not completely without its risks. Depending on the condition or location of a residential oil tank, fire and pollution risks can arise. That’s why a home inspector must perform a close visual inspection of the unit. To learn what inspectors search for, let’s review what oil tank issues can result in a failed home inspection.
[Read more…]What Does a Termite Report Entail?
Despite their size, termites can cause heaps of serious and lasting damage to your home. If left to their own devices, they can threaten the structural integrity of an entire building within just a few years. That’s why it’s so crucial to catch an infestation as soon as possible. At Homeinex Corporation, we offer a termite report in conjunction or independent of our typical home inspection services. To ensure you receive the help you’re after, let’s review what a termite report entails.
[Read more…]Why April is a Great Time for National Home Inspection Month
April is observed as National Home Inspection Month, as it’s the perfect time for a home inspection. Whether you’re seeking to take advantage of spring’s seller’s market, you’re looking to buy or rent, or you’re simply adding a home inspection to your spring-cleaning checklist, it’s important that you seek the assistance of a certified home inspector. Allow us to tell you about all the benefits of scheduling a home inspection during National Home Inspection Month.
Why You Can’t Hide Things from a Home Inspector
A home inspector is often brought in as part of the home buying process, typically by the buyers. Their job is to make sure both parties – buyers and sellers – know the condition of the home and any issues it might have that could impact the value, condition, or safety of the home. A lot can ride on the outcome of a home inspection, from getting a potential buyer to agree to buy to losing thousands of dollars on the home’s value if any problems arise from the inspection. As a seller, it might be tempting to try and hide things from a home inspector. This blog is going to try and dissuade you.
[Read more…]How a Home Inspection Can Affect a Sale
If you’re getting ready to put your house on the market, there are probably a million things on your to-do list. It’s important that you add one more thing to your list— a home inspection. Home inspections are a common piece of the selling and buying process of a home. The results are often used to leverage the market cost of the home and can have a positive or negative effect on this process.
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