ohio home inspection: Wind Damage - 10/01/08 07:17 AM
This is a reminder to make sure everyone periodically (expecially after a wind storm) walk around your home and look for damage. This helps you catch issues early before more damage can be done.
Jim Troth
Habitation Investigation LLC
http://www.homeinspectionsinohio.com
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ohio home inspection: Storm assessment - 09/15/08 10:33 AM
After a storm, especially after the wind we had yesterday, it is important to check your home for damage. Walk around the house checking out the siding, gutters and the roof. If you cannot get a good view of the roof, then you should climb on to the roof so you … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Fall Furnace Maintenance Reminder - 09/09/08 08:39 PM
The weather man tonight on TV stated that we may need the furnace tonight because it may have a chance of frost in northern Ohio. So before chilly autumn nights set in, you need to make an appointment for your furnace's annual checkup. Without this yearly cleaning and inspection, a system … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Safety Tips for Fall Yard Chores - 09/02/08 04:19 PM
As the leaves turn and the weather cools, many of us begin outdoor cleanup. Consider the number of injuries in yard work accidents every autumn and you may begin to suspect that "fall" is actually short for "pitfall." Fall, it seems, is the season for back injuries, tumbles from ladders and … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: The new wood in town - 09/02/08 01:34 PM
At some point in the life of your house, the lumber that holds it together will get wet. The flashing will fail, the roof will leak, or, as demonstrated by last year's hurricanes, the rains will drive and the waters will rise. Frame a house with blue lumber, though, and the … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: The Bugs Are Biting ! - 08/06/08 01:46 PM
I did a inspection on Monday that when you walked in the back yard, you got ate up. I saw a area where the home owner had their dog tied out. The bugs that were biting were fleas and mosquito's. My client asked me what they could do to kill out … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: It's Time We Take A New Look At Pre-Listing Inspections - 07/15/08 07:05 PM
With the way todays market is going. We really need to look at all marketing aspects that we have in our bag to help our clients to sell their property. So I thought I would bring this back up for a rea-read again. I f you have any questions, please feel … (4 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Beware of Defects Northeastern States - 04/28/08 03:09 PM
There is always going to be new products and techniques in the building industry. Unfortunately sometimes in order to test new products they sometimes really have to be put into service for awhile. From time to time in my spare time away from inspections and my normal study of continued education I also … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Code Alert OHIO - 3 APR 2008 - 04/03/08 05:50 PM
Ohio Governor Strickland has signed an emergency order to temporarily rescind the 2008 NEC and revert back to the 2005 NEC, effective immediately. This emergency order is valid for a period not to exceed 90 days, which is June 29, 2008. This emergency order effects 1, 2, & 3 family dwellings
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ohio home inspection: "Lock Those Doors" - 03/26/08 08:30 AM
I arrived at my inspection yesterday along with the Realtor and client to find the door unlocked. We looked at the sign in sheet and noticed that a locale Realtor had been there 3 days before my client had signed a contract on the home. I started my inspection in the … (7 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Check your sump pumps - 03/13/08 10:17 PM
With all the snow we recieved last week in Ohio and the rain that is coming best if everyone checked to make sure your sump pumps are working.
Checking will only take a few minutes and be well worth it.
Sumps should be checked periodically anyway.
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ohio home inspection: "Sump Pumps, Sump Pumps" - 03/10/08 05:33 PM
I inspected a home today that had 2" of water in the finished basement. I found that the GFI had tripped on the plug for the sump pump. I reset it and it fire right off and began pumping. The Realtor stated that the home was fine 3 days before when … (8 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Spring Is Right Around The Corner - 03/06/08 08:49 AM
Spring is right around the corner and the housing market is still what it is. So you need to pull out all the tricks in your bag to make that house look like a million bucks when the perspective buyers drive buy looking for a home. Here is a very simple … (6 comments)
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ohio home inspection: New Service Offered for MLS Relators - 03/02/08 05:48 PM
I have finished working on a way to up load a total of 94 digital photos that you the Realtor supplies to me. I have a free website that I will upload them to where you can then just change the url to a generic url that you can use on your … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Las Vegas Alive and Well - 02/22/08 04:30 PM
Well I made it to Las Vegas just before the snow and freezing rain made its presence in Ohio. I am sitting here looking at 57 degree over cast sky's until my continuing education classes start. I know it could be alot worse. At least when I get done tonight at … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: All Smoke Alarms Not Created Equal - 02/20/08 09:28 AM
ALL SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT CREATED EQUAL January is the deadliest month for house fires and fire-related deaths in America, according to the National Fire protection Association. While many households have smoke detectors, many consumers are unaware of the type of device they are using, which could make a huge difference in … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Should We Take A New Look At Pre-Listing Inspections? - 02/17/08 09:38 PM
With the way todays market is going. We really need to look at all marketing aspects that we have in our bag to help our clients to sell their property. So I thought I would bring this back up for a rea-read again. I f you have any questions, please feel … (4 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Does Blogging Work? You Bet! - 02/09/08 07:00 AM
This is a snap shot of the 1st page of google for Lancaster Ohio Home Inspection. I did not pay for the sponsor link at the top, and I only pay for one listing which is the Independent. As you can see, I have 2 of my activerain post listed. The rest is … (4 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Providing Full Service To Your Client - 01/22/08 04:59 PM
This morning I arrived at my inspection a little early. I found that there was a fresh coating of 2"s of snow on the side walk. So I grabbed my shovel and cleared it off so that my client and the Realtor would have a clear and safe access to the … (5 comments)
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ohio home inspection: LCD Screens And Cold Weather - 01/20/08 09:36 AM
With the sub zero temps that we are having, if you have testing equipment, laptop, cell phones, Ipod's that has a LCD screen in them it is highly recommended that you bring them inside. Yes I know that the battery is suppose to keep the LCD screen from freezing. But I … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Cold Weather Car Safety Kit Do You Have One"? - 01/15/08 07:57 AM
Last night as I was coming home after a inspection, I found a car in a ditch of water with the headlights on so I stopped. It was on a no were back road. I found a 16 year old young girl sitting there crying, shaking from the cold and holding her … (9 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Ice Damming On The Roof" - 01/13/08 07:26 AM
I inspected a home in the Great snow belt of Ohio 2 weeks ago. The roof was covered with snow that was starting to melt and it had the nice ice sickles hanging from the gutters. The down spouts were frozen solid with ice. I got into the house and found … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Value and Condition go Hand in Hand - 01/11/08 04:52 PM
Value and Condition go hand and hand just as faith and works. I could never understand why a mandatory appraisal would not involve a home inspection also. The average home inspection will approximately cost the investors one tenth of one percent of the total value of the house. The value of … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Saving Energy Anyway We Can - 01/08/08 05:28 PM
With the rising cost of energy always on the rise. We need to be always on the look out for way so save energy. One of the cheapest and easiest ways is to check the chalking around your windows and doors. If it is bad or there is none, buy your … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Unprotected light fixture not uncommon in older houses - 12/29/07 04:38 PM
There are many homes that were built before modern codes were established or had updates done along the way that were not always safety oriented. I find more than often simple issues that should be corrected may possibly save a loss of property or even life's. Overall this a rewarding business every time I … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Inspectors Must remove the Electrical Panel Cover - 12/28/07 11:44 AM
Inspectors must remove electrical panel covers. I was at a recent home Inspection where I was told the panel was new. Yes it did appear to be new! I told the real estate agent and the home buyers that it was my job to at least visually inspect inside the panel … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Tax Time Is Coming, Are You Ready? - 12/26/07 11:00 AM
It is get that time of year that we have to be thinking about getting all of our records around to prepare our taxes. Six years ago, I switched over to Quick Books to keep track of my accounting records, inspections, sales, mileage etc. At the end of the year, all … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Smart Move Home Inspection LLC - 12/22/07 10:05 AM
Hi, I would like to introduce myself as the owner of Smart Move Home Inspection LLC. I am Doug Gialluca, a certified home inspector, whom will personally give you the service that you are looking for. I have spent my early years working and learning trades while still in grade … (5 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "GO GREEN OVER THE HOLIDAYS" - 12/21/07 08:17 AM
During the holidays it seems that I have a lot of extra paper laying around the house for some reason. So that got me thinking and I am always looking for ways to "GO GREEN". So here are some tip for the holidays that you might want to consider.
Put your used … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Protect yourself from the "Silent Killer" - 12/11/07 09:06 AM
It's that time of year and with the rising cost of heating, people are taking to using alternative heating method. Some of these means are leading to Carbon Monoxide deaths. So when you are out and about looking at homes, take a look around for the CO2 detectors.
The flu and carbon … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Ohio Electrical Inspection Rules - 11/20/07 07:35 PM
After reading threads on how Home Inspectors were preforming illegal electrical inspection. Well I made some phone calls and this is the email that I got back from the Ohio Board of Building Standards with a hard copy letter for my file. So I thought that I would include a copy … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Christmas Lights Beware" - 11/18/07 09:08 AM
I complete a home inspection Friday for a FSBO. Well they had the home all decked out with Christmas lights which I was really surprised to see. But to each to their own on how they want to sell their home. The home was a very nice home with only a few … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Free Home Warranties with Home Inspections - 11/07/07 02:35 PM
After working with a home warranty company. I was able to setup a program where I was able to offer free warranties for mine and your clients. These warranties will complement the 1 year warranties that you the Realtors offer your clients. I am offering a 120 day sellers warranty, and a … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: BLog, Blog, And Blog again. It Does Help! - 11/04/07 12:21 PM
I can not stress it enough the importance of taking the time to find places to post blogs, exchange links, place free directory listings. So take the time to post a blog, or leave a message to a blog. To help prove my point, go to http://www.google.com/ type in lancaster ohio home … (7 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Realtors, Looking for reading material Check this out! - 10/31/07 08:58 PM
This free PDF down load has alot of interesting information for Realtors. The writer has given permission for access and dispersement of this download. It is a great handout for clients and such. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. I hope you enjoy it, and remember it … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Carbon Monoxide time of year - 10/26/07 10:18 AM
I wanted to post a comment regarding carbon monoxide gas (CO). This is the time of year in which the gas furnaces are started up and we usually hear on the news about a death due to CO.
If you do not have a CO monitor get one. It may save your … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "FIRE", Something "YOU" can do about it! - 10/25/07 07:33 PM
After seeing and reading about all of the fires out west got me think about what we really need to be doing around our own homes to help prevent fires. One of the big things that I keep hearing from the fire people. That time and time again, they found that … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: How Does Your Website Rank? - 10/21/07 10:54 AM
I came across this website and I thought that I would pass it onto you here. If you have a website, it is very important that you know how your website is doing with the SEO's and how it is ranking. I was surprised at how well that my site was doing. … (6 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Leaves! "What to do with them?" - 10/16/07 08:46 AM
While we enjoy the beautiful colors associated with fall foliage, we also realize that most of those leaves will soon be on the ground. At this time of year, many turf managers quit managing grass and shift their focus instead to leaf management. In some situations, leaf removal by way of … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Open House Marketing - 10/13/07 08:44 AM
How many of you go to Open House Showings to Market yourselves? And do you feel that you have had any success from it? I have heard differing opinions from both sides of the coin, IE Home Inspectors and Realtors. I have had Realtors stated that I should stop by. I … (6 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Electronic Reports, What do you want? - 10/12/07 09:47 AM
Since I have started my new MoveInCertified program. I have switched over to a new electronic inspection program called Inspectvue by Porter Valley. My question to you the Realtor is this? Just how much of the Home Inspection report do you want? I can send you the full report along with … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Have You Looked At MoveInCertified?" - 10/07/07 06:57 PM
I have started to offer this service in my area not only to the Realtors, but to the F.S.B.O. also. I have completed 2 of these MoveInCertified inspections in the last 2 weeks since I started to offer them 3 weeks ago. I know that others are offering this service also, … (6 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Dog Bites", It had to happen sometime! - 10/04/07 06:52 AM
Yesterday I had a inspection out in the in the boondocks with the closest neighbors approx 1 miles away. It was a empty home and the Realtor gave me the access code for the home. I started up to the front door and I was met by a collie dog that … (9 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Adding peace of mind" - 10/03/07 07:57 AM
After working as a Insurance underwriter inspector for a number of years on the side as I built my Home inspection business. I learned a lot tricks of the trade on how to help cut the cost on your insurance cost. The (2) big water damage claims for the insurance companies were … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "It's that time of the year" - 10/01/07 09:38 AM
Winter is approaching fast, is your furnace ready? Only about 30% of a home's heating system is reviewed by the local gas provider if they are called out for a seasonal start-up. This leaves 70% of the review of the heating system to the homeowner or possibly to untrained personnel.
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ohio home inspection: Curb Appeal - 09/26/07 09:18 AM
Enhancing your home's value doesn't require extensive renovations and remodeling. Landscape improvements are an affordable way to add curb appeal and protect your home's value. The first step is a healthy lawn and garden - and fall is the best time of year to get started. You can increase your home's value … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Selling Your Home Faster" - 09/07/07 09:44 PM
The New, National "Move-In Certified" Program
Today's slower housing market calls for some creative thinking, and the pre-inspected "Move In Certified" program instills buyer confidence. As a participant, you assure the potential buyer that your home is free from any major concerns regarding safety and function, and that a professional, independent Home … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Inspecting Summer Time Attics - 08/25/07 08:14 AM
OK guys and girls... Lets be very careful out there when we inspect the attics with the extreme temps. I had a attic that I just had to go into to try and see where the day light was going from. Roof was just to steep for me to get onto … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: High Tech Tool Update - 08/14/07 09:00 PM
I have finally finished building my new aerial video home inspection tool today. Now the next thing to do is to perfect my flying abilities. After I get that down, I will be adding a aerial inspection for my clients and also a aerial virtual tour package for the Realtors. As … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Tip of the day" - 08/14/07 08:48 PM
According to B.J. Perkins of Habitat's ReUse program manager in Austin Texas.
"Before you remodel, invite a Habitat for Humanity chapter to remove materials and fixtures for later resale. "About 85 percent of a house is reusable," We can do a total take down, or do a cherry-pick job and take the cabinets, the … (6 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Before Lighting A Fire, Read This! - 07/26/07 11:33 PM
Before Lighting A Fire, Read This! By Mark H. Roe BeSure Home Inspection
I know that it is still the middle of the summer. But before you know it we will be thinking about liting up the good old fire place. So I thought I would post this article I had … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Were Does The Water Come From - 07/13/07 10:13 PM
I read an article that talks about water leaks in the home. It stated that water related insurance claims for water, comes from the 2 most common causes for water leaks are from the roof and the washing machine. It went on to state that a person can help lower their … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "The Humidity Is Rising" - 06/24/07 06:19 PM
I can not state this enough to homeowners and everyone in between. The summer months brings out the best in the higher humidity days. 3 out of 7 homes that I have inspected this month alone, has tested positive for Black Mold. Every one of them had the vents to the … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Lawns Increase Home Value - 06/12/07 05:25 AM
Nearly every homeowner contemplates ways to increase the value of their home and most of them also spend significant time and money each year creating a beautiful yard. Few people, however, make the connection between the two, not realizing that a healthy and beautiful lawn and garden can improve the value … (5 comments)
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ohio home inspection: "Do you have a Home Inspection Question?" - 06/05/07 07:16 AM
Have questions about home inspections? Ask NACHI certified inspectors about anything!
Ask a question: http://www.asknachi.org/
Recent Questions
ADA compliance expert home inspectors Pot lights Cost? aprintence inspector aprintence inspector turned down. can inspectors come and do the testing Home Inspection / Interested in Purchase Permanent Stairs/Steps Ask a New Question Articles & … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: New House on the Block - 05/06/07 09:20 AM
New House on the BlockForget comic books and collectibles - the latest rage in the online auction world is real estate.by Roseann Henry http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/knowhow/managinghome/article/0,16417,421787,00.html
In trying to providing full service for my out of state clients. I come across many different types of Real Estate information. I came across this article in the … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Open Invitation To All - 05/03/07 07:41 PM
Every one is invited to please join us for the Inspection Event of the Millennium in beautiful Toronto, Ontario, May 17-19, 2007. The entire 3-day event including snacks, education, training, speakers, exhibitors and door prizes galore is only... Just $99 a person for everything!
http://www.nachi.org/convention2007
http://www.nachi.org/conventioninvitation2007.htm
www.besurehomeinspectionservice.com
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ohio home inspection: Drying Out a Wet Basement By: John D. Wagner - 05/03/07 06:49 PM
I ran across a very wet basement this morning during a home inspection that could have be prevented with just some common sense preventive maintenance. I found this article at This Old House Magazine, and thought I would pass it on to you.
A wet basement is more than a nuisance. If … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Spring Shower Alert: Upgrade Your Gutters - 05/02/07 05:20 PM
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/search/results?archive=&query=gutters&Search.x=16&Search.y=4
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ohio home inspection: Just some fun facts to lighten up your day - 05/01/07 03:43 PM
After all of the problems I ran into today with some of the inspections. I felt I needed to have some fun..
How big is a billion? If you counted one number a second 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it would take about 32 years to count to one … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Another Great Networking Site - 04/27/07 03:09 PM
My name is Mark H Roe and I own BeSure Home Inspection Service. I wanted to pass on a great suggestion that has helped me find new local customers -- MerchantCircle. When you join MerchantCircle, your business can link to mine, and we can refer customers to one another. It's totally … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Is The Grass Really Greener On The Other Side? - 04/23/07 04:45 PM
The other day as I was pulling up to my inspection. I noticed that the grass in the inspection yard was really deep dark green compared to the other yards around it. I got to meet with the home owner and I asked him if he had a lawn care company … (5 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Video Inspections for out of state clients - 04/10/07 07:34 PM
I have been providing video, and digital photo inspections for my out of state clients. My question to the Realtors, and local clients? Would this type of inspection be something that you would be interested in having in place of just a standard paper work inspections? The video, and digital inspection … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: What kind of report format do you like - 04/08/07 07:54 PM
I am interested in knowing what types of reporting formats do you or your client would like best?
I myself use a electronic report writer that I have customized to meet the needs for my coverage areas.
When I finish this report I have several different ways to proceed.
1. Is to just … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: NACHI is going to China - 04/06/07 04:28 PM
Dr. Merrell and Deanna Willis (NACHI's Director of Corporate Relations) have been invited to speak before the entire delegation in China later this year for which they will fly the NACHI delegation to China to host a series of courses on Inspection and Valuation issues, and start more NACHI Chapters in China. The … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: A simple piece of plastic could save your life, Protect yourself from the 'silent killer' - 03/31/07 07:58 AM
Protect yourself from the 'silent killer'Installing carbon monoxide detectors can save your lifeBy LAURA VAN HOUTEN Eagle-Gazette Staff A low level may just make you sick," said Mark H. Roe of BeSure Home Inspection Service in Lancaster. "But a high level can kill you and kill you quick." Roe and the … (3 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Dangers in a Home we would never of thought of - 03/25/07 08:45 AM
Biological Pollutants in the Home
I know this Blog is a little long. But the information that it provides gives you a insight to problems we may not have even thought of. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
http://www.besurehomeinspectionservice.com Outdoor air pollution in cities is a major … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Log Home Basic Information - 03/24/07 08:09 PM
I am finding more and more people building Log Homes in hopes of saving energy. Here is some basic information concerning the what, when, and how of log homes. At the bottom of the page you will find what I will and will not inspect on a log home.
http://www.besurehomeinspectionservice.com Log homes … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Who are we really? - 03/23/07 08:07 PM
I am seeing more and more post claiming that they are better because they have this or that Certification or Licencing. As noted in other postings, Ohio does not have any licence requirements at this time. I my self will not make it appoint to knock the Accreditation's, Licensing, Certifications, and … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Ohio Home Inspection Licencing proposed Bill information - 03/21/07 07:54 PM
For any one that is interested. Here is a proposed Ohio Home Inspection licencing bill that has been introduced to the committee for consideration. This bill has not made it out of committee as of this date. For more information on the complete Home Inspection licencing bill you can go to http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/bills.cfm?ID=126_HB_427
http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/bills.cfm?ID=126_SB_207
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ohio home inspection: A NACHI course for real estate agents - 03/19/07 04:40 PM
I hope that this information will help Realtors better understand what a Home Inspection is, and how you as Realtors can learn more and possibility attain CE for it. I apologize if someone may take this as a advertisement, but it was not meant that way. Informational only for who ever … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Who is The National Accociation of Certified Home Inspectors - 03/17/07 10:07 PM
About NACHI
The National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) is the largest inspection association in North America. Our home buying clients enjoy the HI Experience® only NACHI Certified Inspectors can provide. Formed in 1990, NACHI is both a non-profit organization as well as tax exempt. Its 205,000+ page, 132 million hit per year website, … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Avoiding Costly Mistakes, and Walk Away With More Money - 03/13/07 11:48 AM
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How To Quickly Sell Your Home For More
Avoid Costly Mistakes And Walk Away With More Money
By Nick Gromicko
Founder National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
www.nachi.org
Director
Master Inspector Certification Board
www.CertifiedMasterInspector.org
Copyright © 1996 Nick Gromicko
Note: All U.S. and Canadian licensed real estate agents, Certified Master Inspectors, and members of the National
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ohio home inspection: Inspecting for Animals - 03/12/07 01:02 PM
By Stephen Vantassel Contributing Author, National Association of Certified Home Inspector Project Coordinator, Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management
Home Inspectors have the difficult job of trying to find out, "What is actually wrong with this building?" Does the roof leak? Is the plumbing in good working order? Are … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Air Quality in the Home - 03/12/07 12:56 PM
Quick Facts...
Indoor air quality can be worse than that of outdoor air.
Problems can arise from moisture, insects, pets, appliances, radon, materials used in household products and furnishings, smoke and other sources.
Effects range from minor annoyances to major health risks.
Remedies include ventilation, cleaning, moisture control, inspections, and following … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Building a Home - 03/11/07 03:36 PM
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 … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: The Silent Killer - 03/11/07 03:01 PM
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ohio home inspection: Every Home Should Be Tested For Mold - 03/11/07 12:58 PM
EVERY HOME SHOULD BE TESTED FOR MOLD
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 … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection - 03/10/07 08:55 PM
Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection
Sellers can speed their home inspection by following these suggestions. The inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing.
Confirm that water, electric and gas service are on, with gas pilot lights burning.
Ensure pets won't hinder the inspection. Ideally, … (1 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Is your Home Inspector really qualified - 03/10/07 08:25 PM
Is your home inspector really qualified?
Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like being up to code, any less would be illegal. Imaginary people, children, psychics (who claim to "sense" if a house is OK) and even pets can be home inspectors. Other home inspection associations have no entrance … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Pre-Listing Inspections - 03/10/07 07:31 PM
Pre-listing Inspections
Having your home inspected by a NACHI inspector before you list is the recommendation found in the book, Sell Your Home For More by Nick Gromicko.
Eventually your buyers are going to conduct an inspection. You may as well know what they are going to find by getting there … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Mold, Moisture, and Your Home - 03/10/07 07:17 PM
Mold Basics
The key to mold control is moisture control.
If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem.
It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.Why is … (2 comments)
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ohio home inspection: 17 Ways To Save Energy - 03/10/07 07:11 PM
17 Ways To Save Energy
by Mark H Roe NACHI Home Inspector BeSure Home Inspection
With the rising cost of energy cost, here are some easy to do tips to help lower your energy bill.
1. Get a home energy audit every couple of years from a Certified NACHI Home Inspector to find … (0 comments)
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ohio home inspection: Three Deadly Mistakes - 03/10/07 06:46 PM
Deadly Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it.
Today, buying the home of your dreams is easier than ever before. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own new home.
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