atlanta home inspector: Cleaning Gutters With the Atlanta Home Inspector - 04/05/12 09:28 AM
How often do you clean your gutters? It is not uncommon for the Atlanta Home Inspector to find cluttered gutters, particularly this time of the year. There are many reasons to clear the gutters of debris. Not only will the curb appeal increase, but the overall integrity of the home can be enhanced.
It is a good idea to schedule regular maintenance and up-keep on your home’s gutters. Here are a few pointers to consider when tackling the task:
Ensure that you have a stable ladder before beginning and a bucket or garbage bags to collect the mess. Scoop the … (4 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: A Light Bulb Moment With The Atlanta Home Inspector - 02/24/12 08:34 AM
The Atlanta Home Inspector likes to conserve energy. One way the inspector in Atlanta, Ga conserves is with Energy Star products. Energy Star has become a common term within our everyday language. What exactly does Energy Star mean and how does it apply to not only the Atlanta Home Inspector, but also to each of us?
Bear in mind, this is not a picture of an Energy Efficient Light Bulb!!
The Environmental Protection Agency has spent research time and money to determine what products will conserve energy and reduce climate change emissions. When a product passes all of the requirements … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Behold the Radiant Beauty- Literally, it's Radiant! - 12/28/11 11:06 AM
Picture it - Douglasville, Georgia, December 2011 - The inspectors are providing there usual detailed and friendly service to a wonderful couple and their well established agent. For the most part, this inspection has been busines as usual. The appliances have all been noted, models and serials recorded for RecallChek, the roof has been walked, the outlets tested... the list here can go on and on. For the stories sake and the sake of losing an audience, we will now descend the well crafted steps into the lower regions of the home to examine the underbelly, because this is where the … (4 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Sharing Recipes with The Atlanta Home Inspector ~ Mulligatawny Stew - 12/05/11 11:02 AM
I have to admit the kitchen isn’t always my favorite room. Some days preparing a meal seems like such a treacherous or impossible feat. Especially when a hectic schedule doesn’t permit much preparation time for a hearty meal. Then, there are the days when I get adventurous and can’t wait to try a new recipe, hoping that it will become a new favorite. I have only fixed this delicious stew once, but it was quite yummy on an Autumn evening. If you are a fan of curry, you will like this one. We didn’t add the cream, you can always substitute with sour cream, if you wish! … (2 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Offer People Something They Want at The Welcoming Price of Free and They Will "Like" You For Life - 11/17/11 01:19 PM
How many people "Like" your business page on Facebook? Do you tune in everyday, eagerly anticipating a sudden explosion of new interest in you and what you have to say? Are YOU what everyone is talking about, sharing or leaving comments to? If you are satisfied with your Facebook following and do not wish to attract anymore people to your page, then stop reading this blog right now!!
I was recently stunned by a headline, which insisted that a well known business added over 75,000 new page "likes" in just 8 days. Why this fascinates me, is that I am always … (1 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: The Fire of Zeus and What That Means to a Small Indiana Town - 11/16/11 01:43 PM
Spawning from a tree, whose name means "the fire of Zeus", the persimmon, a yellow-orange to red-orange fruit, is so revered in Mitchell Indiana that an annual festival occurs in its' honor. High in glucose and balanced proteins, persimmons are best when eaten baked. However, pies, cakes, syrups, and jams have all been made and exhibited in the annual festival. The secret to the flavor is finding the perfect ripeness. The perfect ripeness does not come from the fruits hanging on the tree, rather from the ones that have fallen to the ground.
Before moving South, my husband and … (1 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Mortgage Underwriters are bad guys~ right? - 11/11/11 12:19 PM
In the high noon showdown of mortgage lending, the last draw is reserved for the Underwriter. He/She stands at the ready, rules and regulations holstered, but under thumb. They get the last shot, the fatal denial or honorable acceptance. Villains, they may seem , to agents and consumers, but if you ever meet one face to face, they don't seem so bad.
I got the chance to listen to a panel of Mortgage experts, a few of which, were Mortgage Underwriters. Their job is a dastardly one, after all. They have to determine if you are worthy or not, and that … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Accidental Indeed! - 11/02/11 10:23 AM
Accidental inventions can change our lives! For instance, if Ruth, a Toll House Inn owner had not decided to break bits of sweetened chocolate and mix them into her cookie dough when her supply of bakers chocolate ran out, then the chocolate chip cookie would not have been invented. She thought the chipped chocolate would melt, making Chocolate Cookies… which was one of her most popular baked goods at the Toll House Inn. Arguably, this was a pleasant accidental invention.
Sometimes, great scientific minds are so focused on a specific study, that they almost miss an important break through. Consider John … (8 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: A Story Etched in Stone - 10/25/11 10:48 AM
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Standing for 84 years, the house had been home to different families from different walks of life. Writers, Historians, Moms and Pops had tread the hardwoods and shared many of life’s lessons within the cottage walls. The charm and character of the place remained in tact, in fact, the new owners fell in love at first sight. One could say that the walls even spoke to them in tones that beckoned a new life and the promise of new adventure in a once upon a time railroad town. Underneath the paint, behind the built-in bookshelves, and beyond … (6 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: A Two Dimensional Representation of the Atlanta Home Inspectors! - 10/05/11 12:04 PM
Atlanta Home Inspector, Atlanta Home Inspector, Http://www.ihihomeinspections.com
Just wanted to share a couple of pictures of our Atlanta Home Inspectors! They are a couple of hardworking gentleman, who take great pride in being detailed, thorough and helpful. They continue to educate themselves, so that they can keep clients and agents informed during the home inspection process. Whether it is Walking the roof, scouring the crawlspace, or testing your appliances… they will provide you peace of mind, one home inspection at a time!
Call us today 404-788-2581
Check out our website at http://www.ihihomeinspections.com to find out our current promotion.
When … (0 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Don't Let the Big Bad Wolf Huff and Puff and Blow Your House Down! Read this article by the Atlanta Home Inspector Instead! - 10/03/11 01:19 PM
http://www.ihihomeinspections.com Take a look around, you will see brick homes that are still standing today, which were built hundreds of years ago. In fact, companies such as ACME Brick provide a 100 year Limited Guarantee for Homebuyers. With a guarantee like that, there must be substantial evidence that bricks should not only be the smartest of the three little pigs choices of home, but also, perhaps, your choice.
Brick is energy efficient keeping your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Rotting, is not an issue with brick (imagine little to no upkeep or maintenance) and because bricks will … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Do You Have Gas? (Radon Gas, that is) - The Atlanta Home Inspector Can Find out! - 09/21/11 10:12 AM
Does your Atlanta home inspection company provide a Radon Gas test?
Radon causes cancer. According to the EPA, more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths occur per year due to Radon. Radon is a radioactive, colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that exists as a by product of urnaium or thorium. It occurs naturally and is present everywhere.
If requested,IHI Home Inspections will set up a monitor in your basement to detect the level of Radon gas in your home. We offer the test as part of our STAR Package deals. However, you can choose just the Radon test as an added service. The … (0 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Unruly Shrubbery Woes Unearthed by The Atlanta Home Inspector - 09/20/11 12:17 PM
During Atlanta Home Inspections a common find for us, is overgrown or untended shrubbery. In these instances, the unruliness of the shrub can cause a host of issues.
When shrubbery grows too close to your home's siding, moisture collects and can cause deterioration. Algae, mildew and mold growth can also occur. Of course, there is also the possibility that you are providing a smorgasboard for wood destroying organisms, such as termites.
It is also a good idea, to keep shrubbery from growing into your gutters or downspout systems. The overgrown limbs can impede the process of proper drainage.
It is true … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Invincibility Clothing Worn by Atlanta Home Inspectors! - 09/12/11 01:23 PM
Wielding their moisture meters and extending mirrors, the Tyvek® clad Atlanta home inspectors plunge into the recesses of your home. Rodents, chemicals, asbestos beware! The polyethylene fibers and random pattern bonding of the material make home inspectors invincible... sort of. When suited up, the inspectors are resistant to water, chemicals, UV rays, and depending on the grade of suit, fire. The most common place the inspectors wear the suits are in crawlspaces.
A DuPont researcher named Jim white, invented Tyvek® in 1955. However, it wasn't until 10 years later that DuPont officially trademarked the product as Tyvek®. DuPont still manufactures the … (6 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: A Lovely Lady Catches the Eye of The Atlanta Home Inspector - 09/02/11 12:10 PM
We spotted this lovely lady dangling not so very far away from her
web during a Canton home inspection. The red dots indicate that she is
indeed a Black Widow. Also, due to the grape shape that her belly has,
we would say she is full of eggs.
Don’t let her beauty fool you- she is venomous! Even though she is shy , she prefers the night life. Don’t take her by surprise, you might get bitten.
Some symptoms of Black Widow Bite include, but are not limited to: excessive sweating, swollen eyelids, abdominal pains, and sore muscles. … (5 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Up on a Pedestal (Sink) With the Atlanta Home Inspector - 09/01/11 11:44 AM
Pedestal sinks have become a popular and space saving item in
homes. They are also pleasing to the eye, as far as bathroom equipage
goes. Recently, we have encountered several such sinks during our
home inspections. Now, encountering them may not seem that strange,
what we are finding, however, that is strange, is the manner in which
they are installed.
When installing a pedestal sink, if the back of the pedestal is enclosed,
chances are likely that the wall will have to be opened up in order to
move up the … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Team Trivia Fundraiser for MDA TONIGHT! The Atlanta Home Inspector Will be There- Will You? - 08/23/11 10:02 AM
Help support MDA!!
If you are in the Canton, Georgia area, and would like to participate in this fundraising event, then don't hesitate to drop by Sidelines Grille. Located at 147 Reinhardt College Parkway, Sidelines will provide buffet and drinks to all trivia team members. There will be door prizes and team prizes awarded.
Trivia Time: August 23rd, 2011 @ 7:00pm
Team Donation: $35 per player or $130 per team
Limit 4 per team, please
Check out our website at http://www.ihihomeinspections.com to find out our current promotion.
Atlanta home inspector, David & Bonnie Lelak of IHI Home Inspections. Call … (3 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Storytime with The Atlanta Home Inspector - 08/18/11 12:11 PM
Atlanta home inspector . Every Attic tells a story. What story will your attic tell? Will it be a drama full of supporting characters that fail, like broken trusses or rafters, with the general theme relying on a special code?
Maybe it will be action packed with a burning past,complete with smoke, soot, and mismatched rafter color. That would be firey , indeed. Perhaps it is a horrific tale, with lurking monsters, who gnash their teeth, whip their tales, or hiss as you advance in their direction.
An ensemble cast is always a good adventure, the water works ensue, especially when one character leaks … (4 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: Are You Looking For Some Odd Stuff Posted by The Atlanta Home Inspector? Look No Further. - 08/12/11 01:10 PM
Atlanta home inspector . Feeling light hearted today! Think we will just share some photos that aren’t necessarily “deal breakers”. However, they can be considered a little odd, I suppose.
Featured is : A Door for Hobbits, Rust Bucket Garbage Disposal, The Man With The Most Impressive Handshake’s Door Knob, and The Door Knob Who Tried To Be a Wall Hook.
Hope you all are safe and that you have a great weekend!!
p align="left">If you want a thorough home inspector on your side when you're buying a home,that will provide a thorough computerized home inspection report call us today 404-788-2581 or better yet … (2 comments)
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atlanta home inspector: A Moldy Situation for the Atlanta Home Inspector - 08/11/11 12:13 PM
Atlanta home inspector . What causes unexplained respiratory, allergy or asthmatic symptoms? Mold What gives you fits of uncontrollable coughing that keep you tired and grouchy? Mold What if we told you the name of the culprit could be living in your walls, under your carpet, within your wallpaper or even in your food? MOLD What you might not realize is that if moisture is present it can grow anywhere. Mold By reducing condensation in places such as the roof, floor, walls, windows and any cold surface, you can prevent future growth of MOLD. Make sure you are getting an air … (4 comments)
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