Termite Inspection Standards for 2020 – June 18, 2020
Does it seem like Termite Inspections, also called wood destroying insect inspections (WDI), are yielding more recommendations for
Does it seem like Termite Inspections, also called wood destroying insect inspections (WDI), are yielding more recommendations for
Fireworks on the Fourth of July are an American tradition. It started with the Independence Day celebration in
Radon Gas is an odorless, colorless gas that can build up in your home. It is a known
How is your roof? According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), during storms, your roof does a
At Hawley Home Inspections, we are always working to find ways to add value to the home inspection
As we begin to reopen our communities while still dealing with Covid-19 in our communities, we are again
We’re all spending a lot more time at home with family this summer. Make the most of all
Why should I have a roof inspection? Most of us take for granted that our roof will protect
Have you neglected to clean your washing machine? It can seem counter-intuitive at first—this is the machine that
Protecting your home & family from mold and other contaminants can be a daunting job. Indoor air quality
Together, we are facing a truly unprecedented situation. The global corona virus pandemic is affecting all our families,
Here are ten questions to ask your home inspector before you make the largest purchase of your life.
Millions of decks have been built in the US over the last 50 years or so. Many of
We are changing our approach to home inspections and COVID-19. As the coronavirus continues to spread across the
How to get Ready for a Home Inspection? So, you have a contract on your home and the
Grounding and bonding is required with the exception of outbuildings containing only one 120 volt grounded branch circuit.
Home buyers should consider adding a sewer scope (camera inspection) before buying. Sewer camera inspections should be performed
Gutters and downspouts are not only attractive they are functional. Fortunately 95% of having a dry basement or
If you have a PushMatic GE Sylvania or Zinsco or Stab-Lok breaker box we recommend a qualified electrician
FPE Stab-Lok breaker boxes were widely used from the 1960’s thru the 1980’s, when they were finally taken
Sump pumps are divided into two basic groups; pedestal and submersible. A pedestal sump pump will be about
Bonding of metallic water lines and gas lines is required by all major codes. Being bonded is not
Aluminum wiring was used from 1965 until 1972 in some homes in our area due to a severe
Open grounds in three prong receptacles are a common issue found in older homes. This is an unsafe
Every year unsuspecting home owners fall prey to many home repair scams. These scams cost home owners millions
A water heater may be the more common storage type. Or a recent arrival, the instant or on
A false ground or bootleg ground involves using a jumper wire to connect the ground screw and the
As the electrical industry ages the safety level improves with each passing year. Electrical grounding is one of
Double lugged or double tapped breakers are one of the most common electrical defects we find during a
On March 1, 2015 CBS News opened their television show “60 Minutes”, with the following statement. “60 Minutes
Closing can be scary, you made it this far, now what?Here are 16 things you should and should
So often we find something we have done a certain way for years is suddenly no longer considered
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer exceeded only by smoking. Like smoking Radon is a
If your house was built before 1950 there is a good chance it will contain Knob and Tube
A smoke alarm and maybe save your life, Whether you own an older home or a new home
Plumbing repairs called out in a home inspection are usually minor. However occasionally we find problems that must
S-traps vs p-traps were common Years ago however most plumbing codes have banned S-trap configurations in favor of
Life is full of surprises some are obvious others are hidden from view. These only show up when
Electrical problems called out in an inspection report should always be repaired. However, not all electrical items called
One of the most often listed defects found by home inspectors, building code officers and city occupancy
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