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Reuben Saltzman

The 5 Most Common Home Inspection Issues in Twin Cities Homes (and What They Mean for Buyers)

If you get a home inspection in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, or the surrounding areas, you’ll probably have at least one of these items show up on your report. Don’t be...
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Home inspection attendance: who should come and who should stay home

I’ve worked for Structure Tech since 1997, and during this time, I’ve developed some strong opinions about who should attend a home inspection and who shouldn’t.  Today, I’ll discuss buyers,...
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New Tool: The Judgy Finger

We’ve added a new home inspection tool to our arsenal, called the Judgy Finger. Check it out.
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These old vent caps need to go

If you drive through any neighborhood in Minneapolis or Saint Paul, you’ll find a handful of gas vents with missing or improper vent caps. These improper caps all need to...
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What to Do After You Get Your Home Inspection Report

You found the house. You booked the inspection. You got the report. Now what? If your first reaction was, “This list is a mile long,” you’re not alone. Feeling overwhelmed...
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If your dryer vents through the roof, get a DryerJack

I’ve already ranted and complained about clothes dryers venting through the roof. It’s a dumb place to run your dryer duct, but it happens all the time, especially in new...
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The Structure Tech Home Inspector Training Process

I get a lot of training questions from aspiring home inspectors about how to get into this business and how to get trained. I have some advice for people who...
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How to fix a loose outlet (or switch)

We find loose outlets at most home inspections. The fix is usually straightforward; remove the cover plate, tighten the screws, and replace the cover plate. Boom, you’re done. But not...
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