Electrical problems Numerous electrical problems may be discovered in attics. This photo shows, among other things, how a lamp cord was inappropriately used to feed components in living spaces below the attic. As the lamp cord ages it will present a fire
Cracked waste water pipe The string repair of a cracked waste water pipe is not an acceptable repair technique. This was hidden in a crawl space under the home.
Loose fireplace chase This fireplace chase appeared to be twisted a bit, so I walked the roof and gave it a slight push and it almost fell off the house!
Substandard wire Electrical panel covers are removed. The blue wire is heating up due to a substandard wire type material that was used.
Unsafe stairs Duct tape repairs are not always best! There are safety issues here for anyone who might be going up or down the stairs.
Furnace vent pipe Poor installation of a furnace vent pipe. This will leak and cause damage to the interior of the home.