home inspections in roswell: I'm the fourth inspector. Really ? - 10/12/11 07:06 AM
I'm the fourth inspector. Really ?
When I got the call about a home inspection in my competitor's back yard, I thought great. My competition is always coming to town and inspecting here, so why not go there and do a job close to his office.
The family is relocating and needs a home inspection to verify that there are "no Problems" with the home.
I found a few issues that were not found by the first three inspectors.
Vent missing louvers.

I know this does not look like a big deal, but when it do'es rain, it will let the … (33 comments)

home inspections in roswell: There are rules, follow them. - 10/07/11 08:30 AM
There are rules, follow them.
Here is one example of how the "free energy audits" are working out.
 
This duct work in an attic of a home that got a "free" audit and the work completed on it.
The insulator clearly states it's a r-11 insulator. The minimum requirements for duct work is a r-19 insulator.
The seams are not sealed completly. See top left. if I was the one completing the post inspection, then this home would fail. I checked under the sheating and noticed the seams of the duct work were not sealed with a "mastic sealer". This … (38 comments)

home inspections in roswell: Want to stay young forever? - 07/05/11 06:02 AM
Want to stay young forever?
This was a question posed to  me by a friend.
Here are a few simple step that can help you avoid the pitfalls of getting older.
We all need to read this over and over till it becomes a "daily routine", and part of who we are.
 How to stay young.
1. Try everything twice.
On one womans headstone she said she wanted this epitath
 "Tried everything twice, loved it both times"
2. Keep only cheerful friends, the "grouches will only pull you down in life".
3. Keep learning about computers, crafts, gardening, or what ever.
Never … (61 comments)

home inspections in roswell: One Billion dollars available for refinancing. - 06/23/11 07:01 AM
One billion dollars available for refinancing homes.
According to this information the United States Housing and Urban Development has made one billion dollars available for refinancing of homes in risk of foreclosure.
Follow the link and read all about it.
Hud and Neighborworks America announces
This "EMERGENCY HOMEOWNERS HELP PROGRAM" Or referred to as (EHLP) will help struggling homeowners at risk of foreclosure.
I have seen posts where there are some areas that over 50% of home for sale are in "short sale" or starting the "Foreclosure process".
These funds can and will help homeowners fight foreclosure. Although all states have … (28 comments)

home inspections in roswell: Desert Sun Inspections Specials of the month. - 03/05/11 02:25 PM
Desert sun home inspections in Carlsbad is ready to serve you and all your home inspection needs.
Hi I am Clint McKie of Desert Sun Inspections here in Carlsbad.
We have a flat rate of only $250.00 for Lea & Chaves counties. Also we can inspect all residential, commercial and industrial properties. We have very good rates for the commercial and industrial properties.Check out owr web site at
www.carlsbad-home-inspector.com
Contact me Clint McKie at    clintmckie@yahoo.com
Or you can find me on active rain. If you have any questions about an inspection or want to get some new prices about a commercial … (9 comments)

 
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