texas: 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)
texas: 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)
texas: New Home Construction Phase Inspections
- 10/15/07 07:04 AM
New Home Phase Inspection Details by IonHomeInspection.com New Home buyers are seeking peace of mind and a quality assurance from their new home builder phase inspection. There is nothing worse than making the largest purchase of your life and something is wrong that is potentially very costly or dangerous. You bought a new home to get exactly the features you want and to avoid the head aches of costly home repairs. Ion Home Inspection specializes in new home builder phase inspections to help you get the home you will be happy with for many years to come. Builders in the Houston … (5 comments)
texas: 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)
texas: 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)
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. 
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