Monthly Archives: June 2021

17Jun
Major Home Inspection Issues

Major Home Inspection Issues

No matter what kind of home you have, odds are you’ve been through a home inspection or two. Whether you live in a mansion or in a cardboard box on the side of the road, every home and establishment requires a home inspection from time to time. For those unaware of the process, a home inspection is a simple look-through of ones’ home to determine the value and worth of the said home. Home inspectors look for numerous problems such as electrical wiring, plumbing, and even structural issues. But some inspectors keep an eye out for specific and distinct issues. Here are a few prominent home inspection issues that home inspectors specifically look for. 

Heating And Cooling System/HVAC 

No one likes to be too hot or too cold. This is why any home’s HVAC unit system is one of the most important components of any home. Not only are heating and cooling system issues incredibly common, but they are also commonly more severe when they are not taken care of. This is why a home inspection is so crucial to fixing any home’s heating and cooling system issues. It’s generally known that most heating and cooling system units have a lifespan between ten and twenty years. It is usually recommended that you have your heating and cooling system checked out by a technician once or twice a year. 

Pests And Termites 

No matter how perfect our homes are, it seems as if we can never rid our homes entirely of those pesky pests and termites. And with summer right around the corner, it’s more important now than ever to rid your home of all bugs once and for all. While a home inspector will be more than willing to recommend an exterminator, it’s usually important to do some research on local exterminators and what kind of pests and bugs they specialize in. The next time you see a creepy-crawly in the corner of your eye, make sure to call your local exterminator before the problem gets out of hand. 

Roofing Issues 

Everyone knows that the roof is the most critical part of any home. Over the course of any home’s life, roofs and homes go through normal wear and tear, such as tears in the foundation, mold and moisture problems, and even damaged shingles. Home inspectors are trained to look out for any issues within both the roof and its foundation. Outside conditions can cause extensive damage to your roofs, such as weather conditions, radiation, and even erosion. It’s usually recommended that you have your roof checked by an expert periodically to stay on top of any crucial issues that may damage your roof if not taken care of. 

 

 

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04Jun
Weather Conditions That Can Affect Your Home

Weather Conditions That Can Affect Your Home

Even as much as we hate to admit it, our homes are not perfect. But you want to know something secret? No one’s home is! Every home goes through normal wear and tear as the years pass. Maybe they are problems that can be fixed, and maybe they aren’t. No matter what the case is, though, no home is perfect. And sometimes this happens because of mother nature. 

There is a wide range of weather conditions that can affect your home and cause your home exterior damage. From the pounding rush of harsh winds to the sting of hail pelting down onto the roof, the weather is known for harsh it can be, especially for a home. Luckily for you, there are certain precautions you can take in order to protect your home from these awful weather conditions. Here are certain weather conditions that can affect the exterior of your home. 

Hail And Snow 

Everyone loves a winter wonderland…until it causes the roof to cave in. As we said above, hail and snow can cause severe damage to the foundation of your home, specifically the roof of your house. Hailstorms are not a universal problem as they only occur in some regions of the world. But when they do occur, they can cause a great deal of damage to your roof due to their heavy impact. These hail and snowstorms have the potential to rip apart your roof’s shingles while also forming tears and cracks in the foundation of your roof. It’s highly suggested that one has their roof inspected after any snow or hailstorm. 

Rainfall

Now, this may seem like an obvious pick, but it’s still important to spend some time on it. Rainfall can result in a number of problems for your roof. From leaks to water stains, rain has a way of diminishing the strength and foundation of your roof until it needs to be fixed or just replaced altogether. Rain can also do damage to the sides of your home as well as the home’s foundation. Now, it would be too much to have a home inspection every time it rained, but it is still recommended that you have a professional inspect your home if you find apparent damage after a rainstorm. 

Heavy Winds 

We all know that the sharp whistle of the wind can be the perfect noise to sleep through. But sometimes, this wind can cause ever-lasting effects on the exterior of your home. From something as extensive and dangerous as a tree branch being brushed through a window to something as minor as your shingles or siding being chipped away, heavy winds have a variety of side effects that can end up damaging the value and worth of your home. These winds can result in loosen shingles or even holes and cracks within the foundation of your roof. If these problems are not solved, they can end up growing in size and become a pricy penny to have fixed.

 

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