houston: Construction and Home Improvement Safety - FUN!
- 05/08/09 11:24 AM
Enjoy! Have a great weekend! Brought to you by our friends in the construction and "home improvement" business. I wonder where their PPE is and did they fill out a TSA form? They are working on a home near you! Jeffrey
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houston: New Home Inspection photos from the field - IonHomeInspection.com
- 05/03/09 06:24 AM
Some recent photos of issues I am finding when inspecting new construction. Large home builders Houston, TX area, mainly Katy. Please get your new home inspected! Enjoy IonHomeInspection.comKaty, Houston, Sugar Land TX
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houston: New Construction Inspections
- 08/03/08 05:13 AM
Folks please get your new construction home inspected! Preferably through all the phases. Probably half my business is doing inspections on newly built homes. The builder will not protect you, the state will not protect you, and the city will not protect you. Here in Houston I see all kinds of crazy workmanship issues which has very little to do with "code." They throw these things up as fast as possible with little regard to what they are doing. Insulation not covering the proper square footage in the attic, TechShield radiant barrier not installed everywhere it is supposed to be, bricks … (6 comments)
houston: Agents and Inspectors- Warning if you go into Attics.
- 04/12/08 07:42 AM
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, sheds, and woodpiles where people usually are not around. It would be a wise SOP to turn on the attic light at least 30 minutes before entering the attic. This is not me thank goodness! WARNING! These pictures are not for the squeamish. Progression of a Brown Recluse Spider Bite. Day … (9 comments)
houston: Federal Pacific Electric Panels
- 03/28/08 12:30 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 no longer in business. The main issue with FPE panels is that they usually work fine until an overload of the circuits occurs and the breakers do not trip as designed and overheating of the panel and circuits occurs which can result in a house fire. We always recommend doing … (9 comments)
houston: Home Inspector Notes from the Field 3-1-08 High Soil
- 03/02/08 07:38 AM
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 that it is exposed to and expands and contracts accordingly. This can wreak havoc on foundations. High soil against the foundation is also an open invitation to ants and termites. It also prohibits you from seeing any issues with your foundation before it causes major damage to your home. The … (9 comments)
houston: Home Inspection Notes from the Field 10-19-07
- 10/19/07 11:28 AM
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 notice problems. These problems serve to support why buyers should have home inspections throughout the entire building process. The buyers are upset, stressed, and disappointed. This was the first time we were on the construction site. For further research on new home construction buying I would refer you to the … (16 comments)
houston: Katy and Sugar Land (Fort Bend County) Texas Real Estate Market Stats
- 10/15/07 06:31 AM
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 market has declined from June 2006 to 63 days on the market Katy and Sugar Land are number 1 and 4 respectively on the Houston Hotness Ranking 21% Increase in contracts written for both new and resale 8596 Total units sold YTD 2007 3.7% Increase over YTD 2006
Things are still looking strong in … (6 comments)
houston: What is covered in a home inspection? - What do Home Inspectors Check?
- 10/10/07 09:56 AM
General Home Inspection Details All SAFETY concerns will be brought to your immediate attention. For More Information Visit Us @ ionhomeinspection.com 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 Exterior: Foundation, Siding and Trim, Attached Decks & Porches, Soffit and Fascia, Flashing, Windows & Doors, Driveways and Entrance Walkways, Grading Around the House Garage: Floor, Walls, Ceilings, Vehicle Doors and Automatic Door Openers Heat & A/C: Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Equipment, Electrical Supply, Air Handler and … (3 comments)
houston: Annual Water Heater Maintenance
- 09/25/07 10:37 AM
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 hard water areas) to reduce deposits/noise and extend life. Homeowner’s note: Read all the warnings and instructions on the tank before attempting any water heater maintenance. If you are uncomfortable with any of the following please contact a qualified and licensed plumber. 1. Turn off the power source either at … (13 comments)
houston: In Need of Repair Negotiations
- 08/08/07 05:48 PM
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 and buyers must also understand the true function of a professional home inspection and that responsibility lies with the agents and the home inspectors themselves. The inspector’s report is a visual and informational inspection on the condition of the property at the time of the inspection. There will be items on … (12 comments)
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