Jim Ellis's (shamus) Blog

Here is a question I'm frequently asked. "Do I need Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter devices (GFCI) even though my home isn't new." Answer: Absolutely! Today GFCI electrical outlets are required in all wet areas around the home, i.e., kitchens, and baths, garages, basements and on the exterior of...

Since we have slowed down in the home inspection business, I am reminded of how the mind can drift. What seems like a lifetime ago I was in the automotive business. During some of those slow times my mind would wander and that's when I would make mistakes. I know it is important for me to keep my...

I recently saw a TV commercial from a large drinking water company advertising how much we Americans fill the dumps with plastic bottles. Now they want to help save the planet by suppling us water in their filtered containers. They still offer the other non re-usable bottles. It seems like a doub...