Inspector Mike's Blog

I would like to share a few articles on electric with respect to dwelling units.Federal Pacific Electric Co. Stab-lok® Updatehttp://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/99_c/stablok.htm Inspecting Electrical Renovationshttp://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/03_b/magazine_03b_hartwell.htm Homeowners ...

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 ar...

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 that the NAR sho...

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 my posts....

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 is not normally appropriate but i...

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 The...

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 perfor...

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 code it is such a minor concern that it does not ...

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 just too picky. My brother to...

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 say it is $1500.00 and the buyer wait...