activerain: It's raining acorns and the weather is cooler here at Canyon Lake, TX - 09/15/08 05:46 PM
Have you noticed the days are getting shorter? Looks like September 22nd is the first day of fall. The weather is definitely going to be cooler the rest of the week. Does that mean those 100 degree days are gone forever?
Here is a pic of an oak tree and some … (26 comments)
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activerain: New Hospital Coming to San Antonio Southside Means Jobs..Homes..Business Expansion - 07/03/08 08:26 AM
GREAT NEWS FOR SAN ANTONIO TEXAS
What does this mean for San Antonio Southside....JOBS....HOUSING....SHOPPING = EXPANSION
A deal three years in the making will put a $100 million hospital project at the heart of Brooks City-Base, where it will be the largest tenant.
Baptist Health System purchased 28 acres to … (7 comments)
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activerain: A Touch of History in New Braunfels, Texas - 06/30/08 01:06 PM
The Jahn House is another must to visit when coming to New Braunfels Texas. Of course the Texas Bluebonnets only bloom certain times of the year. The home, windmill and old well make the outside surroundings definitely Texas. Come on over and visit New Braunfels, Texas
Johann Michael Jahn was one of … (12 comments)
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activerain: Fourth of July Fireworks Not To Be Sold for Comal County - 06/25/08 05:47 PM
FIREWORKS ONLY IN DESIGNATED AREA FOR COMAL COUNTY
Here is a summary of an article that was just published. "Exploding fireworks on July 4th is a celebration of independence. The Comal County drought measurement now in the highest stage of dryness.The risk from a grass fire that easily could … (4 comments)
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activerain: What Causes Bloggers Block? - 06/02/08 09:45 PM
If I'm not getting enough sleep this may be why I feel like I have Bloggers Block. Give me your thoughts....
I read this article a few days ago. It went something like this:
Blogging, although it doesn't seem like a business; infact it is more than a business. Blogging is … (10 comments)
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activerain: Computers Can Do The Darnest Things - 05/27/08 06:35 PM
I know you will think I have lost my mind. This is not about Texas, Inspections, Real Estate, Bugs, Flowers or any of that stuff. A friend sent this to me today and someone sent it to him. I almost deleted it but thought what do I have to loose so … (9 comments)
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activerain: Battle Hymn Of The Republic with Music & Video-Please don't pass this by - 05/24/08 09:01 AM
This is Absolutely Awesome. 'Battle Hymn Of The Republic'. It will send shivers up your spine, put a lump in your throat and put a tear in your eye. This is why we live in one of the greatest country's in the world. We are so proud that we live in … (21 comments)
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activerain: Carl's Blog-Along...Spurs vs Lakers...May 29, 2008 @ 8:00 P.M...Come Join The Fun! - 05/21/08 12:19 PM
GO SPURS GO! - Game 5 Playing in L.A.
WE ARE TAILGATING TONITE!
San Antonio Spurs vs L.A. Lakers
Kobe Bryant vs The Spurs ... Kobe with his quest to be "top dog".
* The menu for tonite is "sandwich night" - kinda goes with our Game 1 Expectations - Sandwich in those … (93 comments)
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activerain: Solar Screens Can Save You Money - 05/20/08 09:04 PM
We are in the process of replacing the old screens with SOLAR SCREEN (Charcoal Color)
Our house has major problems staying cool in the summer. The air conditioner would run all day and would be hard pressed to cool the back of our house. The back of the house iswhere the … (12 comments)
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activerain: A Big Congratulations to Dale Baker - 03/17/08 04:24 PM
to say a great big Congratulations Dale Baker for reaching 100,000 points on Active Rain. You are so good with bringing such interesting information and always getting around to making nice comments. You have also given us such nice photographs to go along with your blogs. Needless to say, always … (60 comments)
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activerain: Our America...Beautiful Dixie Music and Pictures...Enjoy! - 03/08/08 01:47 PM
I don't care what state you are from please click on this link, turn on your speakers, sit back and enjoy. I'm sure the sound, along with one of these pictures will bring back a few memories. A friend sent this to me this morning. By putting on this link this … (9 comments)
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activerain: Is It TOO Much To Ask----Clean Your House & Declutter - 03/02/08 04:21 PM
A good sweeping, vaccuming, soap and water can go a long way. $10.00 worth of cleaning supplies can do the job.
IS IT TOO MUCH TO ASK--CLEAN YOUR HOUSE & DECLUTTER
Dear Home Owner: Your friendly inspector............
Please clean up your home before you put it on the market. By doing so … (15 comments)
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activerain: EVERYTHING TEXAS #7 IN THE SERIES by Carl Winters/Historic Gruene TX/Oldest Dance Hall In Texas - 02/28/08 08:59 PM
#7 in the Series EVERYTHING TEXAS - Historic Gruene Texas - Sometimes you can even see restored auto's - the old timers come to show off. This is a restored 1942 Cheverolet Truck
Gruene Mansion Inn Bed & Breakfast Oldest Dance Hall in TX
Arriving in Texas in the mid 1840's German farmers became … (49 comments)
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activerain: A date for 2008-Your First Entry - 12/09/07 12:17 PM
A good reminder for your 2008 calender.Schedule your home inspection; whether you are buyer, seller or new home construction. This is also recommended for regular home maintenance.A professional inspector may spot some items that need attention. It's like getting your oil changed on a regular basis, or your yearly dental check or medical … (19 comments)
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activerain: What do you expect from a home inspection? - 11/20/07 02:38 PM
A property inspection, whether an existing home, or a new construction, covers only areas that are accessible at the time of inspection
My job as the inspector is to locate problems. I've never inspected a perfect home, even in new construction. It is important to understand that these problem areas are not … (4 comments)
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activerain: Smoke Detector & Carbon Monoxide Detector - 11/12/07 05:36 PM
Since I just got back from puting a battery in my 90 year old mother's smoke detector and replacing a carbon monoxide detector, I thought I would post this reminder. CHECK THEM AND IF NEED BE REPLACE THEM.
Many homeowners neglect to install carbon monoxide detectors, but these are an essential line … (11 comments)
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activerain: www.wurstfest.com. - 11/02/07 02:50 PM
Here is the website for the New Braunfels Wurstfest if you plan on attending. This website will give you the information that you need regarding time, dates and directions. Come on down to good old New Braunfels, Texas and enjoy good weather, great fun and most of all super great German hospitality . … (1 comments)
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activerain: What Are We To Do? Password Crazy-help - 09/22/07 08:22 PM
This "Question" came up recently on another site discussion bureau. It also came up again this evening. I want everyone to give suggestions on how we can get "passwords" under control. I have so many passwords I can not get them straight. I have them written down on Google Clips (which … (16 comments)
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activerain: Have You....Hired Your Home Inspector For That New Construction? - 08/09/07 12:50 PM
Beginning with the slab-have you had your new construction inspected?
WHEHER buying or building a newly constructed home it is recommended to have the home inspected by your own home inspection.
YOU think...It's new...I don't need it inspected.....WrongYOU think...Builder's have their own inspectors.....Yes (some do and some don't)YOU think...If builder's have their own … (26 comments)
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activerain: MY M&M's Monster Appetitie - 07/24/07 11:27 AM
This is a little out of the ordinary but every once in awhile you have seen me stray from my home inspector blogs. My wife had this sent to her email address and thought it was cleaver. Maybe you have already seen this. You can check it out at MY M&M'S® … (19 comments)
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activerain: How Resilient Are You? - 07/21/07 08:41 AM
How do you cope with life's most challenging moments?
How do you cope with personal tragedies?
*Your answers may help someone that may read your comment. I think we are going through a transition in the real estate market in some areas of the country; therefore your comments may help someone that may … (10 comments)
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activerain: President Bush's Colonoscopy - 07/20/07 06:08 PM
We all know President Bush will undergo a colonoscopy and transfer of power will be transferred to the vice president for a few hours.What would the first thing you would do if you were the President of the United States for a couple hours.? Update: Saturday morning: President Bush went into surgery … (24 comments)
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activerain: The Home Inspector...He's Coming...Be Prepared - 07/17/07 09:45 PM
These few simple tips came off the TAREI website … (0 comments)
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activerain: Who's The Boss? - 07/17/07 04:48 PM
Who's the Boss?
I am - the Inspector Who Inspects the Home?
I Do- the Inspector Who pays for your services?
The Buyer Therefore, as inspectors we owe it to our client to perform the best possible inspection of the property they are going to purchase.
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activerain: #3 in the Series-July 12, 2007-Water Drainage & Landscaping (For All Home Owners) - 07/12/07 08:58 AM
This is another suggestion to help prevent water problems that can cause damage to the foundation)
Grading for Drainage & Landscaping
Landscaping is beautiful and is an asset to any home, but can be harmful if not designed to keep water away from the foundation. Water can become trapped when installing flowerbeds around … (2 comments)
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activerain: #2 in the Series July 11,2007 Lot & Water Drainage-french drain (all home owners) - 07/11/07 09:53 AM
Since all the recent rains in Texas and other parts of the country I will address some additional avenues for draining water away from your foundation. This is another suggestion to prevent water problems.
French Drain: If you are having water problems with water around your house foundation you may want to … (2 comments)
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activerain: Have your swimming pool inspected? Your Comments Welcome - 07/09/07 09:37 AM
Swimming pools consist of many systems that should be inspected.
The structure itselfPumps, filters, lights, valves, heater, electrical/wiring and other featuresVacuum systems (some crawl the pool others have pop-ups)Barriers (should be fenced even if you don’t have children) self-latching gates and auto-closers on all doors leading to the pool. Check … (3 comments)
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activerain: i-Phones Questions & Comments-Do I buy now or wait? - 07/02/07 10:44 AM
Those of you that purchased the I-Phone, please comment on this blog. I have questions and suspect many others may have some of the same questions.
Is it everything you expected?What are the pitfalls or improvement you would like to see?Will it work with Windows XP?Your experience with email, send … (6 comments)
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activerain: Carl Winters Blog for Activerain Newbies & Members - 06/28/07 10:29 AM
Carl’s Blog For this day, June 28th, 2007 If you've never had a home inspection, you would probably be surprised by how thorough it can and should be. Inspectors are required in the state of Texas to be licensed. A home inspection should take at least two hours, and may … (2 comments)
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activerain: Our inspection tricks, reminders,memory boosters - 06/26/07 01:14 PM
What are some of your little tricks when conducting an inspection? I know through the years I have found many shortcuts to help me in my business. Awhile back I read a shortcut in a magazine that I had not heard or even thought about. Some of old guys need to … (14 comments)
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activerain: Ethanol - 06/19/07 08:03 AM
A number of items can be converted into cellulosic ethanol. Since we do drive quite a bit in our business I would like to know if anyone out there can tell me your experience if you are using Ethanol.
Has your mileage increased? Does your vehicle seem to perform as it did … (5 comments)
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activerain: Toll Roads in Texas - Update - Looks Like Toll Road Will Be At Hwy. 281 - 06/18/07 04:28 PM
How do you feel about toll roads? Looks like we will someday have toll roads in San Antonio TX due to increased traffic. I-35, 281 and other heavy traffic areas in San Antonio. Do you feel it will "help" or "hinder" interest in moving out to rural areas.
Let me know how … (9 comments)
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activerain: TEN TIPS TO PREPARE FOR THE INSPECTOR - 06/17/07 11:17 PM
1. Clean the House This sounds so simple yet home owners often overlook preparing for the inspector. Clean homes say you care and take care of the home. Besides, the buyer may be with the inspector.
2. Scheduled Time Sometimes home inspectors are early. If an inspector makes an appointment … (19 comments)
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