Homeowner Maintenance & Issues

Homeowners and sellers face a range of issues that can affect inspection outcomes. This category dives into common problems like mold, pests, leaks, and foundation cracks—plus how to prevent or fix them. These articles are perfect for pre-listing prep or long-term property care

Homeowner Maintenance & Issues

Is a Home Inspection Like a Building Code Inspection?

No, a home inspection is not a building code inspection. Inspectors don’t verify code compliance, as that varies across decades and locations. A home inspection focuses on identifying current issues to help you avoid unknowingly inheriting problems. Inspectors can’t account for every code change over the last century; that’s a different responsibility entirely.

Homeowner Maintenance & Issues

Home Inspector Advisor Only & Nothing Pushy

A home inspection provides a snapshot of the current state of a property, typically taking 2-4 hours. While we can’t see behind walls or predict future issues, we’re thorough and leverage experience and thermal imaging to detect problems like water leaks, insulation gaps, and electrical issues—avoiding unnecessary scare tactics.