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Having a radon gas test performed? Closed-home conditions must be met for radon testing - meaning no doors or windows can be left open.

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How To Survive Radon Testing In The Spring - Home Inspections by US Inspect Have you opened your windows to enjoy spring temperatures? Just be careful if you're testing for radon gas - opening windows or exterior doors can fail a

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Make sure your home is maintained throughout the year with our seasonal checklists!

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Make sure you and your friends are safe this summer by practicing grill safety!

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Grilling Safety! - Home Inspections by US Inspect July is National Grill Safety Month! We all love a nice summer cookout on the grill, but there are hazards that come along with this summertime staple.

February is Dryer Vent Safety Month, so take the time this month to check your vents for hazards!

According to the National Fire Protection Association, US fire departments respond to about 15,000 home structure fires involving clothes dryers annually (with $225+ million in property damage).

Click the link below to check out five types of fire hazards (and easy solutions) that we encounter during inspections.

Preventing Dryer Vent Fires - Home Inspections by US Inspect According to the National Fire Protection Association, US fire departments respond to about 15,000 home structure fires involving clothes dryers annually,

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Did you know you receive a complimentary repair quote with every full home inspection with US Inspect?

To initiate your estimate, follow TheQwikFix instructions provided with your home inspection report!

Concerned about a crack in the walls or foundation of a property? Do you know how to tell if a crack is structurally deficient?

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Is A Crack In My Home A Structural Problem? - Home Inspections by US Inspect Most of us have seen cracks in our homes. Some of us may have even seen cracks appearing on the foundation of the home. But do you know how to tell if a

July is National Grill Safety Month!

Make sure you and your friends are safe this summer by practicing grill safety!

Click the link below for grill safety tips and product recommendations.

Grilling Safety! - Home Inspections by US Inspect July is National Grill Safety Month! We all love a nice summer cookout on the grill, but there are hazards that come along with this summertime staple.

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Save the skyrocketing for fireworks this week - not your summer energy costs! Did you know that each 1°F increment above 72°F saves about 3% on your cooling expenses?

Click below for our list of five cost-saving methods and product recommendations to help you declare independence from high energy costs this summer.

Saving Energy $ When It’s Steaming Hot - Home Inspections by US Inspect Summer energy bills skyrocket just like fireworks when it’s steaming hot outside. Here’s a list of five cost-saving methods to help you declare

This comes from a recent "investment" home, as the client put it. He wanted to have a home inspection to put together a list of issues to look at when fixing the place. No matter how bad a property may look, it's never a bad idea to have a home inspection done.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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This is the first time I've come across this particular issues. The dryer's vent at this house terminates into the chimney. This non standard practice that can lead to lint gathering/blocking up the chimney or other appliances, and can potentially allow harmful flue gases to
enter the home. Sometimes you'll see these vent into a garage, crawlspace, or attic; however, venting into a chimney is definitely rare.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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Although the septic system is beyond the scope of a home inspection, no scum layer was observed in this tank at a property I inspected. This could indicate an unhealthy system. A tank should have three separate layers: a scum layer on top, clear water in the middle, and a sludge layer at the bottom. If the three layers are not present, the system is not operating like it should. Often, it is because there is some type of upset with the biology of the tank. Regardless of what a home inspector notes about a septic system, we always recommend consulting a qualified septic contractor to evaluate and perform a full and invasive inspection of the septic system.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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It's not often I see a total failure and collapse of a beam during an inspection. However, this was the case at the recent property I looked at. To make it even worse, it had prominent wood destroying insect damage. This was just one of many structural concerns that inspecting the crawlspace revealed. Don't weave those inspections, or you could find yourself left with a heavy bill.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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This radon system was definitely not installed by a professional. The radon mitigation system's fan is located in conditioned space, which is a potential health hazard. The reason is that the mitigation system is drawing in a lot more radon than would normally be found in the house since it is sucking directly on the source. If the system is going to leak, it will be on the pressure side of the fan, which is why fans can not be located in or under conditioned spaces. Additionally, there is no manometer. This liquid-filled gauge is a necessary component of the mitigation system and is used to verify suction in the discharge pipe. Both of these issues indicate an unprofessional installation.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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The roof drainage system was severely damaged, loose, disconnected, in poor condition in a number of locations, and in overall disrepair. When the roof drainage system is left in this poor of condition, it can result in improper drainage and subsequent excessive moisture in the soil at the foundation, which can lead to foundation/structural movement.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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On a recent inspection of mine, I found that the electrical cabinet was located inside a closet. While this location may have been allowed in the past, electrical service equipment is no longer allowed in areas of easily ignitable material. This makes only the third panel I have seen located in a closet in three years. It's a rare issue, but most certainly not a cheap one to correct. This house has recently been renovated, and it appears they turned this room into a closet.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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These service entrance wires are in the worst condition that I have seen thus far. Not only are they very low to the ground, but they have also partially separated from the building. Worse yet, one of the service wires has come completely disconnected from the house entrance. The service wires are a fundamental safety feature of the electrical installation, and does not work unless the connections are intact.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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Infrared imaging indicateed water pe*******on in the wall and ceiling where the chimeny is located. Testing with a moisture meter showed high moisture content as well. Hidden damage and other defects are always possible with water-related issues. It is a good thing that all US Inspect inspections utilize an infrared camera as part of the inspection.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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Here is an unusual way to install deck joist hangers. The deck's joist were installed upside down, which affects the hardware's load-bearing capacity. To me, it appears as if the one who constructed the deck bought hangers that were too large. If they were installed right side up, then the decking wouldn't have been able to be installed.
Posted by Trey Deibel III
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