It is vital to have a qualified Real Estate Inspector on the team, certified by ASHI, CREIA preferably a Master CREIA Inspector or CMI.
Transite pipe in the crawl space. What is Transite pipe? Transite is a brand name for a clay pipe that is commonly found in older buildings. The official name of this clay pipe is Asbestos-Cement or AC. This material contains asbestos, and was used in the 1900s in venting for appliances, water heaters, floor furnaces […]
Continue readingIf you or your client are preparing to replace your water heater and are unsure if you should switch to a tankless water heater, let us help you decide. Here are some pros and cons for both. Tankless water heaters Pros: They are smaller and take up less space, leaving room for other things. You’ll […]
Continue readingMany people think if they are buying a brand new home they don’t need to get it inspected. Nothing could be further from the truth. We have seen a lot of new construction in the Santa Clarita Valley over the past decade, and there are definitely issues that home inspectors have found even with newly […]
Continue readingWhat should you look for when trying to find a good home inspection company in a city as large as Los Angeles? This can be a daunting task with so many companies to choose from. Whether you are buying a house, selling a property, or just want an inspection of your home for your piece […]
Continue readingMost people don’t even think about getting a home inspection unless they are looking to purchase a new property. Home inspections, however, can be a useful tool for a homeowner even if there is no plan to sell the property in the near future. Using a home inspection company to identify problems now, so you […]
Continue readingWe came across this graffiti in the pool of a vacant house. Amazing. Check out the little man with the paint roller near the steps. It’s actually pretty good.
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