real estate: What's Wrong With This Picture? (6/27/08) - 06/27/08 07:59 AM
This is an excellent example of what can happen if a water management system component fails. In this case, the siding was allowed to deteriorate and water penetrated the seams. Once inside it soaked the insulation and from there the wood. Obviously a major expense.
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real estate: What's Wrong With This Picture? (5/12/08) - 05/12/08 04:56 PM
So, is this guy retired Navy? One use to tieing things off to secure them? Or is this just the latest in water management? Or is it water management gone amok?
Richard
www.habitecinspections.com
Comments in this blog posting are the intellectual property of Richard Acree, President, HABITEC Home and Building … (5 comments)
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real estate: Unwanted Visitors! Mind The Gap! - 03/28/08 07:29 AM
At HABITEC Home and Building Inspections, LLC, we sometimes see gaps around the metal shrouds covering HVAC ducting that connects to exterior package units at homes and buildings. We flag this every time because of the negative effects that can come from these gaps. Gaps at the top of the shroud … (1 comments)
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real estate: Water Management System Failures - Skylights - 03/07/08 10:00 PM
Experience at HABITEC Home and Building Inspections, LLC, has shown that Water Management Systems are a frequent source of problems in Home and Commercial Building Inspections. Failures of these of systems can lead to more serious problems such as mold and structural failure.
The components of the Water Management System include the … (0 comments)
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real estate: Which Candidate is Best for the Real Estate Market? - 03/02/08 11:03 AM
As we see the list of candidates for our next President narrow to 3 (Senator Clinton, Senator McCain and Senator Obama) and eventually 2, which candidate do you think would be best for the real estate market going forward?
I know there is a lot more to consider when choosing a President … (9 comments)
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real estate: Inspectors and Realtors - Working Together to Move Things Forward! - 02/29/08 03:48 PM
At HABITEC Home and Building Inspections, LLC, it is the corporate philosophy that the Inspector can help facilitate the real estate transaction while still providing unbiased and clear Inspection results to the Client. There are several ways we try to do this.
First, I think we can all agree that almost every … (2 comments)
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real estate: HABITEC Featured in Williamson AM Real Estate - 02/22/08 07:31 AM
Please check out the front page article about Home Inspections and Home Inspector Reviews in today's (2/22/08) Tennessean Williamson AM Real Estate section.
Richard Acree, President of HABITEC Home and Building Inspections, LLC, was interviewed by Nancy Mueller of the Tennessean about Home Inspection services available at HABITEC and within the industry … (0 comments)
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real estate: Question: How do I know if the Home Inspector will do a good job? - 01/18/08 01:25 PM
Answer: Ask the Home Inspector for references. A good Home Inspector should be able to offer at least 6 names of Clients or Realtors they have worked with who will speak on their behalf. Also, a Home Inspector should offer testimonials from previous Clients.
A Home Inspector proud of his/her work … (3 comments)
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real estate: Question: If I have questions after seeing the Home Inspection Report can I call the Home Inspector to get answers. - 01/18/08 01:13 PM
Answer: YES! Reputable Home Inspection companies offer this service. A good Home Inspection Report will leave few questions for the home buyer but it is virtually impossible to eliminate all questions. A few minutes on the telephone can clear the air quickly.
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real estate: Question: How will the results of the Home Inspection be presented? - 01/18/08 01:05 PM
Answer: Most Home Inspectors offer a computer generated Home Inspection Report to present their findings. The best companies offer reports that include digital pictures embedded in the report to add clarity to the discussion. There should also be a summary section at the end of the report. However, buyers are encouraged … (6 comments)
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real estate: Question: Should the Buyer be present for the Home Inspection? - 01/18/08 12:47 PM
Answer: A home buyer is not required to be present for the Home Inspection. However, it is recommended that at least one of the buyers attend all or some of the Home Inspection. A great deal can be learned by talking to the Home Inspector about the house you are trying … (10 comments)
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