Real estate blog entries tagged with home inspector by John M. Acaron, BSME, CHI, CMI (HOMEINSPECTORUSA, LLC)

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home inspector: Water Heater/TPR Valves and Discharge Piping - 04/06/09 06:45 PM

TPR (temperature pressure relief) valves are safety devices installed on water heating appliances such as boilers and domestic water supply heaters. TPRs are designed to automatically release water in the event that pressure or temperature in the water tank exceeds safe levels. If temperature sensors and safety devices such as … (0 comments)

home inspector: Dryer Vent Safety - 04/06/09 06:40 PM

Clothes dryers evaporate the water from wet clothing by blowing hot air past them while they tumble inside a spinning drum. Heat is provided by an electrical heating element or gas burner. Some heavy garment loads can contain more than a gallon of water, which during the drying process will become … (0 comments)

home inspector: Bathroom Ventilation Ducts and Fans - 04/06/09 06:36 PM

Fan Function Bathroom ventilation systems are designed to exhaust odors and moist air to the home exterior. Typical systems consist of a ceiling fan unit connected to a duct that terminates at the roof. The fan may be controlled in one of several ways:
Most are controlled by a … (0 comments)

home inspector: Maintaining Your Water Heater - 02/24/09 02:26 PM

Most people don't give any thought to their water heater-they just turn on the faucet and expect hot water to come out. Keep your water heater in peak operating condition by performing some simple routine maintenance.
One step you can take is to drain your tank. How often you need to … (0 comments)

home inspector: Do Your Granite Countertops Emit Radon? - 12/27/08 10:21 PM

There have been suggestions that granite countertops could emit radon gas. As with so many things, the answer depends on whom you ask. The Environmental Protection Agency "does not believe sufficient data exist to conclude that the types of granite commonly used in countertops are significantly increasing indoor radon levels." Read … (0 comments)

home inspector: Can mold cause health problems? - 08/19/08 07:55 AM

Molds are usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens, irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances.
Allergic reactions to mold are common and include hay fever-type symptoms, … (1 comments)

home inspector: Our Promise & Commitment to You - 08/18/08 07:56 AM

Choosing the right Certified Home, Commercial & Mold Inspector can be difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably will not get to meet me until after you hire me. Different Home, Commercial & Mold Inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and yes different pricing. One thing for sure is that … (0 comments)

home inspector: What Really Matters - 07/26/08 07:23 PM

Buying a Home? Why you need a visual Comprehensive Home Inspection? The inspection is a visual analysis to detect major defects and deficiencies associated with the property on the time and day of the inspection. The process can be stressful. A Comprehensive visual Home Inspection is supposed to give you peace … (0 comments)

home inspector: Hot Water and How to Heat It - 07/26/08 07:13 PM

There are several water-heating options available to you. While you are taking steps to save on home heating, don't forget to see what you can do to lower your water heating costs. Check with your fuel supplier for more information, and consider alternatives to your current method.
Storage-type water heaters … (0 comments)

home inspector: HOW HOT IS TOO HOT! - 07/25/08 09:08 PM

We have all heard to set your water heater at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. But why? Temperatures above 120 degrees are great for washing dishes. Safety is the reason and high temperature water is a serious hazard. Following is information about how long it takes for high temperature water to produce severe … (2 comments)

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