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houston: Agents and Inspectors- Warning if you go into Attics. - 04/12/08 02:42 PM

Inspectors and Realtors that go into attics and other dark places around homes should be aware of one of the most dangerous spiders in the country, the Brown Recluse Spider. When working in these areas you should wear heavy gloves and other protective clothing. These spiders love dark places like attics, … (7 comments)

houston: Federal Pacific Electric Panels - 03/28/08 07:30 PM

I came across this Federal Pacific Electric Panel the other day on a home inspection. This panel has since been replaced.

This electric panel was a complete and total disaster. Lots of "handy man" additions on top of a dangerous and obsolete panel. The Federal Pacific company is … (5 comments)

houston: Home Inspector Notes from the Field 3-1-08 High Soil - 03/02/08 03:38 PM

High Soil Against the Foundation
One disturbing trend among builders and home owners in the Houston region is the lack of attention to the grading and adequate exposure of the foundation face. This is a particular concern as Houston has expansive clay soil. Clay soil is sensitive to that amount of moisture … (5 comments)

houston: Home Inspection Notes from the Field 10-19-07 - 10/19/07 06:28 PM

New Construction Home Inspection 10-19-07
I completed a new construction phase home inspection today in Richmond, TX which is on the West side of Houston. Here are a few of the issues and items I found while on site. The buyer has an agent and called us after they started to … (14 comments)

houston: Katy and Sugar Land (Fort Bend County) Texas Real Estate Market Stats - 10/15/07 01:31 PM

Texas and Fort Bend County Real Estate Market Continues to Grow despite National Trends
Month to Month June 2006 to June 2007 Fort Bend County, Texas
874 Units Sold
.81% Increase
79.1% Resales
20.9% New Construction
18.83% Increase in new homes sold.
9% Increase in dollar volume
$192,250 Median home sales price
$213,240 Median new home sales price
Average days on … (0 comments)

houston: What is covered in a home inspection? - What do Home Inspectors Check? - 10/10/07 04:56 PM

General Home Inspection Details
All SAFETY concerns will be brought to your immediate attention.
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Attic: Roof Sheathing, Roof Framing, Insulation, Plumbing, Chimneys, Ventilation, Roof Penetrations, Ducting, Electrical Wiring
Electrical: Service Equipment, Wiring, Sub Panels, Light Fixtures, Ceiling Fans, Switches & Receptacles, GFCI Breakers … (0 comments)

houston: Annual Water Heater Maintenance - 09/25/07 05:37 PM

Water Heater Maintenance There are some annual water heater maintenance items on your typical home water heater. There are also some safety considerations with water heaters and TPR (Temperature Pressure Relief or T&P) valves. It is recommended that homeowners drain and flush their units at least once a year (more in … (12 comments)

houston: In Need of Repair Negotiations - 08/09/07 12:48 AM

In Need of Repair
When working with the seller on items listed as “in need of repair” from a professional home inspection, buyers and agents need to tread very carefully. It is in no ones best interest that the repair negotiations turn into a difficult issue during the transaction.
Sellers … (6 comments)

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