Dwelling electrical - 04/26/07 11:02 AM
I would like to share a few articles on electric with respect to dwelling units.
Federal Pacific Electric Co. Stab-lok® Update
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/99_c/stablok.htm
Inspecting Electrical Renovations
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/03_b/magazine_03b_hartwell.htm
Homeowners Warned About Aging Home Electrical Systems
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/03_c/magazine_03c_clendenin.htm
Residential Electrical System Aging Research Project
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/05_f/almand.htm
People understand that the furnace wears out or the plumbing leaks but seldom if ever … (10 comments)
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Columbus Ohio Home Inspections - 04/25/07 05:55 PM
Many buyers and sellers have questions about home inspectors and home inspections.
In the central Ohio area most Realtors use the standard CBR real estate contract, also known as the purchase contract.
While Ohio does not regulate home inspectors or how home inspections are to be performed there are some things that are … (0 comments)
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BARNEY FIFE, REALTOR - 04/24/07 05:13 PM
If you have ever watched the Andy Griffith Show this is a must see episode.
143. BARNEY FIFE, REALTORAir Date: 01-04-65.Barney tries to earn some extra money by becoming a real estate agent.
I have been trying for a while to find a link or a way that everyone can watch this.
I think … (7 comments)
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Active Rain Referrals - 04/20/07 07:36 PM
While I do business with many professionals I have found that my internet referrals are up.
This is directly a result of my higher presence on the search engines.
I have google ads and others but I am amazed at how quickly this site has effected my business.
FREE, FREE, FREE.
It is not just … (18 comments)
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Ticks - 04/20/07 07:15 PM
I know that this is not generally a real estate topic but.
Today I pulled a tick off of me while walking my dog. Funny how every year I forget that they are out there.
It is easy to forget. Yesterday I was wearing a parka, today short sleeves.
I know that bugs spray … (13 comments)
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Residential Code of Ohio - 04/20/07 04:50 PM
Some of the recent comments made me think that, while not code officials, some Realtors may want to know about and have access to the Residential Code of Ohio.
This went in to effect on May 27 2006.
Here is a link to the RCO (Residential Code of Ohio) : http://www.com.state.oh.us/dic/dicbbs.htm
Then look … (0 comments)
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EMF Testing in Ohio - 04/10/07 10:01 AM
If you have concerns regarding EMF ,Electromagnetic Fields, we can help.
If you are buying a home and have concerns about utilities located near by we take measurements to allow you to determine whether or not to proceed with the purchase.
If you have concerns about your existing home we can perform the … (3 comments)
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Electrical spacing - 04/07/07 12:23 PM
As far the the placement of electrical outlets (recpts) goes how do you report on spacing?
I mean on a counter if the outlet is 2" farther away than it should be or do you call it a defect? Or do you explain to your client that while this is not to … (20 comments)
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Ten Reasons Not to Have a Home Inspection! - 04/04/07 04:50 PM
Ten Reasons Not to Have a Home Inspection!
I can not afford it. My brother will do it for free.My brother is a contractor. And he can tell you what time the deliveries are made at the local pub.It is a new home. My brother help build it.The local building inspector is … (4 comments)
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2008 National Electric Code® - 04/04/07 10:36 AM
There are major changes coming to the NEC® in 2008.
I know that may seem a long time away but your actions today may come back to you next year.
What am I saying? You may negotiate a price for the replacement of the electrical panel on the sale of a home. Lets … (23 comments)
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Electrical SAFETY! - 04/03/07 05:44 PM
How many of you employ the requirements of CFR 29 1910? This is an OSHA requirement.The reason I ask this is: How many of you allow your clients to be in close proximity to the electrical panel when you remove the cover?The NEC® defines a qualified person has "one familiar with … (18 comments)
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Construction mistakes - 04/01/07 04:04 PM
What is the biggest construction mistake that you have seen?
Do you have a picture of it?
I'll start small. Opening my windows today made me think of this.
It was made by me when building my home. It was while installing the trim around my windows. My wife came in and did not … (11 comments)
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12 AWG on a 30 AMP breaker? - 04/01/07 03:54 PM
Would you call it a defect if you saw a 12 AWG wire on a 30 AMP breaker?
I guess most would.
How about a 40 AMP breaker?
How about a 50 Amp breaker?
Would you believe a 60 AMP breaker?
Yes these are all possible. And safe. And code compliant.
If you doubt this read Article … (4 comments)
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