These cracks indicate that the porch has internal metal failure and could fall.
Internal Metal Failure
Poor plumbing repairs
Not quite a proper plumbing repair found under this sink.
Fire resistant plywood
Fire resistant plywood that has become defective.
Foundation problems – cracks are clues
Cracks detected during a home inspection can point to larger foundation problems.
Heat Register
The removal of this heat register shows the presence of white paper insulation made out of asbestos.
The Right Way to Cap off a Pipe
Your son’s PJ’s may be free but give the kid a break and pony up for the cap. A rubber cap with a hose clamp at the local home supply store is only $6.56, besides who wants to take the
Mold and Mildew – Same or Different?
I have become aware lately that some Home Inspectors are calling growth spores “MOLD”. These inspectors are doing a disservice to everyone involved… especially their own clients! Unless the spores are collected and sent to a lab for testing where
Inspecting Edge of Roof
Here is a situation I found during a recent home inspection where new sheathing and shingles were installed right over the old shingles and sheathing. This shows the importance of inspectors using a ladder even at the edge of the
Inspecting Attics for Leaks, Insulation, Animals
There are many good reasons to perform a close inspection of an attic. An inspection might reveal stress cracks that could lead to future problems. A close look inside gives the buyer peace of mind that the size of the
The Benefit of a Thorough Roof Inspection
I found this problem during a home inspection in Baltimore yesterday. This was not viewable from the ground. It’s an easy repair now but not so easy once winter arrived and the melting snow backed up the valley and started