Monthly Archives: September 2010

One of the most basic tools that every Home Inspector carries is a flashlight. Almost every Inspector I have met is passionate about their particular flashlight and will talk endlessly about why they carry that particular model. This is not … Continue reading

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This homeowner started to put an addition onto his house. He got as far as taking off some siding and excavating the area around one foundation wall, then took a break. For a couple of years. As a result of … Continue reading

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Although all home inspectors in Maryland must be licensed, licensing alone is not an indicator of a ‘good’ inspector. Inspectors should have passed the National Exam and be a member of a professional association that requires continuing education. Many inspectors … Continue reading

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No, you are NOT allowed to access the attic space over your garage. And to make sure you can’t, we’re going to install the brackets for the garage door opener right across it.

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A few weeks ago, we told you about how to save money by doing your own “First Pass” inspection before calling us for a full Home Inspection. So you might think you can save even more money by doing your … Continue reading

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