May is Deck Safety Month — Is Your Deck Safe?
May is National Deck Safety Month and the most common cause of deck collapses is improper attachment to a building. Most decks are supported on one …More
Reuben’s experience with home remodeling and construction began at age four when he helped his father Neil steam wallpaper, and continued from there. Reuben has worked for as a home inspector Structure Tech in St. Louis Park, MN, since it was purchased by Neil in 1997. Reuben has an A.A. degree in liberal arts and has attended several Building Inspection Technology classes at North Hennepin Community College.
May is National Deck Safety Month and the most common cause of deck collapses is improper attachment to a building. Most decks are supported on one …More
Do you know what type of smoke alarms you have in your house? It makes a difference, because there are two basic types of residential smoke alarms: …More
As a home inspector, once you step foot inside a home to inspect it for a customer, there’s usually a surprise or two awaiting. Because when …More
Home flippers buy dilapidated houses, fix them up, then sell them again as quickly as possible with the intention of making a tidy profit. Flipped houses …More
Most homeowners who live in cold climates know it’s important to “winterize” the outside faucets to prevent them from freezing, which can destroy the faucet or …More
While black stains on roofs are a cosmetic issue, moss growth is more than just cosmetic. Not only does moss look terrible, it will also shorten …More
There’s a prevailing myth in the real estate industry that a townhouse inspection is far easier than a single family home, takes less time, and uncovers fewer defects.
Water stains on window sills are often a source of anxiety for home buyers, and it’s the home inspector’s job to help determine if the stains …More
How do you know your deck is safe? You certainly don’t want to learn the hard way, which is what happens when a deck collapses.
Would you call a retail store and ask “How much do you charge for a TV?” Probably not. You’d have to do research and decide what …More
