santa rosa beach: Efflorescence (stains) - 05/17/09 08:04 AM
Efflorescence for Inspectors.
Efflorescence is an accumulation of minerals and salts on masonry surfaces, such as brick, cement, and sometimes stone. Inspectors should know how to prevent against and remove this unsightly residue. They must also be aware that, while efflorescence itself is not dangerous, it indicates the presence of … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Inspection - 04/22/09 08:18 AM
Fire extinguishers are devices commonly found indoors and are used to douse fire and prevent its spread. They are small metal canisters that contain compressed gas (usually nitrogen) that, when activated, propel a directed spray of flame-retardant chemicals. Fire extinguishers are only effective if building occupants understand where and why they … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: 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)
santa rosa beach: 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)
santa rosa beach: 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)
santa rosa beach: Fiberglass Insulation - History, Hazards, Alternatives - 03/30/09 10:49 AM
Fiberglass is a type of fiber primarily composed of glass that is used in a wide variety of applications but is predominantly employed as a residential and commercial thermal insulator. Fiberglass is also used to create products as varied as automobile bodies, boat hulls, arrows, roofing, shower curtains, and tent … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Avoiding Litigation: Foundations - 03/15/09 06:47 PM
The word foundation is a timeless metaphor of strength and security, and people quite naturally have genuine concerns about the foundations on which their homes rest. For this reason, people need to be educated about foundations in general and specific types in particular, and I include … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: "Just what does a Home Inspector do?" - 03/15/09 06:32 PM
John M. Acaron, CHI, CMI
www.HOMEINSPECTORUSA.biz
Office: (850-814-3889)
Think of a professional home inspector as a detective searching throughout the house for clues that lead to a conclusion of the home's overall condition. A certified home inspector performs a very important service. He inspects an existing … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Building a Home - 02/25/09 10:54 AM
If you want to build a new home, there are other things you need to know before you begin. Learn about construction standards and about buying land, so you know your rights. MPS Supplementing Model Building Codes The Minimum Property Standards (MPS) establish certain minimum standards for buildings constructed … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Child Safety - 02/25/09 10:48 AM
Childproofing Your Home - 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
About 2-1/2 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be prevented by using simple child safety devices on the market today.
Any safety device … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Be prepare for a Home Inspection - 02/24/09 02:54 PM
No home is perfect. Anything from major damage to minor maintenance issues are often found. Even new homes are not immune - they could have problems with the plumbing, electrical system, heating and cooling system, or the roofing system just to name a few.For buyers, a Home Inspection vital to uncovering … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: 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)
santa rosa beach: Got Mold? EVERY HOME SHOULD BE TESTED FOR MOLD - 02/06/09 08:02 AM
According to Dr. John D. Shane, Vice President of Laboratory services of PRO-LAB millions of homes across America have hidden water leaks that are promoting mold growth that can expose homeowners to mold spores. Mold has a potential to cause health problems like allergies, irritation (to lungs, eyes, skin, throat, … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: Be prepare for a Home Inspection - 02/06/09 07:58 AM
No home is perfect. Anything from ajor damage to minor maintenance issues are often found. Even new homes are not immune - they could have problems with the plumbing, electrical system, heating and cooling system, or the roofing system just to name a few.For buyers, a Home Inspection vital to uncovering … (0 comments)
santa rosa beach: 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)
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santa rosa beach: Can a comprehensive Home Inspection be performed in one Hour? - 12/19/08 01:55 PM
John M. Acaron, CHI, CMI / (850-814-3889)
In our opinion, no home inspector, in any case, regardless of qualifications, certifications, or experience, can perform a comprehensive and thorough home inspection in an hour or less. Any home inspection performed in an hour cannot be a thorough inspection. A professional Home Inspector … (1 comments)
santa rosa beach: That's a lot of money for only a few hours work! Home Inspection - 09/15/08 08:03 AM
Many times we here: "That's a lot of money for only a few hours work!" As more and more home inspectors use time-saving, report generating software, include pictures (worth a thousand words) and even generate their reports on-site, they also start to make it look easy. I recently ran across a version … (3 comments)
santa rosa beach: 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)
Commercial & Mold Inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and yes different pricing. One thing for sure is that a comprehensive visual Home Inspection requires work, a lot of work. Ultimately a thorough Home, Commercial & Mold Inspection depends heavily on the individual Inspector's qualifications and own effort. Our knowledge, experience, expertise, engineering background and construction (residential & commercial) set us apart from the average inspector.
If you honor HOME INSPECTOR USA, LLC (HIUSA) by permitting us to inspect your prospective home or property, I guarantee that we will give you our very best effort.
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