Falling Bullets Cause Roof Damage
The Fourth of July is upon us and many will be out celebrating. As I see everyone planning their 4th of July celebrations I often stop and think about the number of bullets and bullet holes I find in roof surfaces in the Houston area due to falling bullets. Finding...
Replacing Residential Windows
Benefits of Window Replacement Replacement windows have become a common building upgrade for residential construction in the Houston area. Replacing old, worn windows offers a consumer the promise of improved energy efficiency, a quieter home, and an improved...
Finding Leaks at Sinks
A Leak is Reported After an inspection report is issued, we get occasional contacts from clients who have questions about leak observations at drains or basins included in our report at bathrooms sinks or other similar fixtures they cannot find. This occurs because...
How to Choose a Home Inspector
Reposted with link by permission of NABIE.org By - Consumer Reports, August 6, 2018 As the saying goes, “you generally get what you pay for” reminds us that purchasing services for building and home inspections is no exception to the rule. A recently published article...
What Homeowners Should Know Before They Buy Or Sell A Home With A Fireplace & Chimney
When buying or selling a home for the first time, homeowners often look to understand their potential risk exposure on a purchase or sell. While the seller is most likely hoping to keep costs to a minimum, if the condition of the home does not meet or exceed the...
Preparing for Freezing Weather
FREEZING WEATHER When it looks like we are about to get into some freezing weather, the first thought that comes to mind is if you have adequately protected your home. You may have some special considerations for your home, depending upon what systems you have and...
Foundation Repair?
One of the biggest concerns when looking at buying a house is the performance of the foundation. If you are unsure if a foundation has been repaired one way you can tell is to look for patches in the flat work concrete outside or interior floors. The photograph for...
Things To Do Around Your Home to Prepare for Winter
Its Almost Winter It's fall and winter is fast approaching. As a building consultant there are a few things I do around my own house that are commonly needed as winter approaches. While I am sure that I could come up with a much longer list and then my wife could...
Plumbing Drain Testing
Drain Testing-What are the Risks? Plumbing drain testing has become a common occurrence when purchasing an older home known or suspected to have been built using cast iron for drain lines. In older homes in the Houston area, those built before the 70s, cast iron was...
Smoke Detectors – Health and Safety Code Chapter 766
Smoke Detectors and the Seller's Disclosure While performing an inspection on a residential building (home) the other day my client asked me about the line item in the seller's disclosure form that asks the seller if smoke detectors in the building are installed in...