Inspections

No inspection? How about a walkthrough consultation?

Most buyers start their home search with the conviction they would never buy a home without an inspection. As their search wears on in this highly competitive market and they...
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Hot Dimmer Switches

Have you ever brushed your hand up against a dimmer switch and noticed that some of them get quite hot? I’ve done this many times while inspecting houses, and whenever...
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Repairing a rotted window sash

I recently repaired a rotted window sash at my own home, and I’m not sure if it was a good use of my time. Today I’ll share the process for...
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Solar Tubes Rock

My official position on solar tubes: they rock. They’re easy to install, they’re inexpensive, they bring in tons of light, and they don’t cause problems. For the most part. What’s...
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Dishwasher Drains

An improperly installed dishwasher drain hose is the most common defect we find with dishwasher installations, but it’s also one of the easiest things to get right.  In the...
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Tandem Circuit Breakers

Today I’ll set the record straight on tandem circuit breakers. I’ll explain what they are, when they can be used, and how someone can figure all of this out. This...
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Reversed Polarity Outlets

When we inspect houses where an amateur has been doing electrical work, there’s a good chance we’ll find outlets with reversed polarity. This happens when the hot and neutral wires...
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Can a seller cancel a purchase agreement based on buyer requests during the inspection contingency period?

No, the inspection contingency puts all the decision-making in the hands of the buyer. The buyer has basically three options following the inspection… Move forward with everything as is Cancel...
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