global property inspections: Foundation Maintenance
- 08/09/10 01:51 AM
In addition to having your foundation inspected by a qualified professional, there are also important foundation must-knows and must-dos that home owners should be familiar with. Understand the type of foundation that supports your home Protect your foundation from water damage by never allowing water to pool around it Protect your foundation (and the rest of your home) from insects Understand the basic structure of your home Never modify or remove structural framing without an expert's advice Excessive cracking or movement may indicate potential problems that need to be further investigated Keep gutters clean to prevent plugging and overflowing of downspouts … (1 comments)
global property inspections: Ask the Inspector: Foundations
- 07/20/10 02:44 AM
How can you be assured that your foundation is in tact? There are many types of foundations but all of them serve the same purpose as the supporting structure for a home. During an exterior inspection, a qualified professional will assess the condition of your home's foundation. Solid foundations include rock, block, concrete, brick or wood. Other houses are held up by a system of piers or columns placed strategically around and within the house perimeter. On some buildings the foundation is so low to the ground that the floor joists are sitting in the dirt. Once your home's foundation type is noted, … (0 comments)
global property inspections: Inspect Your Deck
- 06/28/10 02:33 AM
How do you check if your deck is built according to correct safety standards? Building a deck is a popular project often done by do-it-yourselfers. Unfortunately, not all decks are built soundly. A deck inspection includes checking the support posts, railings and decking boards to ensure it is in proper condition and safe. Here are some key points to look for during a deck inspection: Deck built immediately below electrical wires or over an air-conditioning/heat pump unit Warped or fractured wood support posts Deteriorated masonry posts Missing support posts Support posts that are sinking into the ground Deck securely attached to house or independently … (3 comments)
global property inspections: What to do when your Air Conditioning is taking a break
- 06/08/10 04:04 AM
If your home's inside temperature is feeling more like the warm outside temperature, it could be a problem with the air conditioning system. What should you do when there is no air conditioning working in your home? Check the thermostat. Is it set to "cooling" or "AC?" Is it set lower than the room temperature indicated on the dial or screen? If it's a digital thermostat, is the battery dead? Check the on/off switch on the side of the furnace or near the furnace. The furnace distributes air for the air conditioner and must be on. Is the disconnect switch outside … (1 comments)
global property inspections: Inspecting the Electrical System
- 12/29/09 12:41 AM
The service-entrance panel is the heart of the electrical system because it is where all circuits start. This panel must be in good operating condition for the rest of the home's electrical system to work properly. A qualified professional can perform a visual assessment of the home's electrical system as part of a general home inspection. The first thing the inspector will note is the location of the service panel, the condition of the panel, its functionality based on the number of appliances, its estimated age and capacity. Indoors, the inspector will survey the light fixtures and electrical outlets. Where visible, the inspector assesses wires … (2 comments)
global property inspections: Plumbing
- 09/05/08 01:35 AM
A typical home plumbing system includes three fundamental components: the water supply system, the fixtures and appliances, and the drain system. The plumbing system's water supply includes piping for fresh water coming in and wastewater going out. The proper flow of water through both systems is an essential part of maintaining a well-functioning home. Assessing the system for overall condition and visible leaks is part of any home inspection. Only visible and accessible water supply (and drain) components within a structure are typically subject to inspection because underground or hidden portions of the system that are not readily accessbile are specifically excluded. The pipes … (0 comments)
In addition to having your foundation inspected by a qualified professional, there are also important foundation must-knows and must-dos that home owners should be familiar with.
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