fall maintenance: Ask the Inspector: Gutters
- 09/04/09 02:13 AM
The purpose of guttering is to collect rainwater off a roof and send it away from the house. Inspecting the gutters is a part of a general home inspection. The first thing an inspector will check is the downspouts. The downspout sections must be solidly connected to each other and to the building to hold the heavy weight of the water running through them. The water flow at the bottom should be diverted away from the building. The NPI inspector will walk under the guttering to observe if any seams appear to be broken. One of the biggest problems with guttering is … (1 comments)
fall maintenance: Fall Curb Appeal
- 09/23/08 01:46 AM
Fall signals the end of the growing season, but it can also mean the beginning of next spring's garden. Not only is the weather cooler, making it more pleasant to work outdoors, but plants are also on sale. Do the work now and reap the benefits of your labor next spring while adding to your fall curb appeal. Perennials. Plant perennials in the fall to get a jumpstart on your spring garden. As long as you can work in the soil, they should establish quickly. Shrubs and trees. If planting shrubs in the fall, stick with deciduous types (the ones that lose their … (0 comments)
fall maintenance: Home Painting Tips
- 10/26/06 06:21 AM
A fresh coat of paint on wood siding or trim can give a home some needed sparkle before an open house or sale. Fall, when weather is cool and dry, is a great time for this improvement. Here are a few tips if you consider painting the exterior of your home:Use neutral colors.If using a paint sprayer, make sure to move cars or other vehicles away from the area being painted. The paint does tend to drift. If the home pre-dates 1978, lead paint is probably present. Call the National Lead Information Center, 1-800-424-LEAD and request information before proceeding with your … (0 comments)
fall maintenance: Fall Home and Yard Maintenance Tips
- 10/20/06 09:49 AM
Fall Clean-up Tips The leaves are turning color. That's good sign that it's time for some end-of-season clean-up in the yard. When checking off things to do before winter, consider the following: Are garden tools clean, and stored out-of-reach until next year?Are outdoor toys and furniture in good condition and stored out of the elements if inclement weather is part of winter in your area?Have you made a list of summer items you need and shopped sales now? Are storm windows installed?Are automotive fluids and pesticides stored safely in their original containers in a location where children cannot reach them?Have you checked … (1 comments)
fall maintenance: Fall is the time to clean out gutters
- 10/18/06 04:19 AM
NPI professionals assess hundreds of components of a home or business during an inspection and are often asked some general questions. One is, "How often should I clean out my gutters?" which seems an appropriate one to address this time of year.Gutters should be kept free of plant material, dirt and debris at all times to allow water to travel freely to the downspouts and splash guards. How often you will have to remove debris to keep the channel open depends on nearby vegetation, including trees, and the time of year. Some gutters may only need attention once or twice a … (0 comments)
The purpose of guttering is to collect rainwater off a roof and send it away from the house. Inspecting the gutters is a part of a general home inspection.
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