Category Archives: FYI

A Home Inspection is a Snapshot in Time. Here’s Why.

Posted on March 26, 2011 by welmoed

When you get a Home Inspection, the report you receive is a “Snapshot in Time” — that is, it’s a report on the condition of the house at the precise time the Home Inspector is there. Although a Home Inspector … Continue reading →

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Next Week is Not a Good Time to Buy a House!

Posted on January 19, 2011 by welmoed

If you’re considering buying a house this week, be aware that finding a qualified Home Inspector might be a challenge! The best Home Inspectors from around the country will be in Atlanta, GA next week for InspectionWorld, the annual Home … Continue reading →

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Alert: CPSC Issues Recall on Sump Pumps

Posted on January 6, 2011 by welmoed

Do you have a sump pump in your basement? If so, you need to check it against the recall list just issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The problem seems to be in the electrical cord, and since … Continue reading →

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How to Be a Draft Dodger

Posted on October 28, 2010 by welmoed

Part of the Fall Honey-Do list was to chase down drafts. Here’s Bob to tell you how you can spot them.

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The Quest for Information

Posted on September 16, 2010 by welmoed

One of the things that is a high priority for our company is the quest for new information about building materials and methods. We try to attend trade shows for the building industry, such as the National Association of Home … Continue reading →

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