Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter – GFCI
A ground-fault circuit interrupter, or GFCI for short, also sometimes abbreviated to just GFI, is a safety device that cuts power to an […]
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Top 4 problems with landscaping and homes
With spring on the horizon, our thoughts turn to planting trees, flowers and general landscaping around the home. However, too often, what […]
Federal Pacific Electric Stab-lok Breaker Panels
One issue with home inspections is sometimes there is conflicting evidence about the danger or lack of danger about particular home aspects. […]
New Construction Inspection Nightmares
A common fallacy I often hear is that a brand new house does not need a home inspection. However, the truth is […]
Zinsco Electrical Panels
One of the complications of a home inspection is not everything is black and white. There are gray areas, and one of […]
Previous Home Inspection Reports
Many times a home for sale may fall out of escrow. The buyer may have had an issue found in the home […]
Sewer Scope Certified Inspector
A home inspection is a non-invasive visual examination of a house. And while home inspectors have many tools to help beyond just eyeballs, the […]
The California Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing Act
In 2018 the Governor signed SB-988, known as the “Proper Bonding and Grounding of Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing Act.” What is Corrugated […]
Does The Seller Have To Pay For Repairs?
One of the most asked questions I get at a home inspection when I find an item in need of repair is “does […]
Top 5 Mistakes Buyers Make when Choosing a Home Inspector
Assuming all inspectors are the same Home inspectors come in a wide variety. They have different experiences and different reporting styles. Some […]