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Reuben Saltzman
Thc Testing

Q&A: Do you offer THC residue testing?

We were recently asked if we could provide THC residue testing; the short answer is no. We’re a one-stop shop (cliché term, I know) for over 99% of homebuyer needs,...
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Condo Inspections

What is included in a condo inspection?

If you’re buying a condo, should you get a home inspection? I’m a home inspector, so of course I’m going to tell you yes. But what can really go wrong...
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Siding Stains

Siding Stains: Why do houses cry?

Siding stains like those shown below are common in Minnesota. This usually happens to homes with vinyl, hardboard, or wood siding. The stains on the siding are the result of...
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Radon Test

Radon test? Close your windows. ALL of them. Please and thank you.

If you’re selling a home in Minnesota, odds are the buyers will order a radon test. We do radon tests at over half of our home inspections; the exact number...
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Inspection Gas Fireplace 2

How to inspect a gas fireplace

Gas fireplaces are great. They provide heat and ambiance, and they’re often the focal point of a room. We have them in a large percentage of new Minnesota homes, and...
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Spring Maintenance

Spring Checklist for Minnesota Homeowners

It’s starting to feel like spring, so it’s a good time to share our Spring Checklist. I’ve shared a fall maintenance checklist forever because there’s a ton of stuff for...
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How Long Does An Inspection Take

How long does a home inspection take?

How long does a home inspection take? How tall is a tree? Ha ha. Of course, the answer is “it depends”. We typically book a four-hour time slot for the...
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Inspectors Roof

How an insurance company made us a better home inspection company

Today, I’m pulling back the curtain to share a major influence on what has made us the home inspection company we are today. It’s our previous insurance company. Home Inspectors...
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