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This is an interesting scenerio. Our clients did not want to pay full price for the home inspection. They were told by the seller that the roof was new five years ago so they wanted to exclude the roof and attic inspection. We did our best to advise them of the defects we find in […]

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Roof valleys are vulnerable to leaks. We many times find problems in these areas, improperly installed shingles, and home owner maintenance that are “Quick Fixes” Watch this video of a house we just recently inspected.

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History
Most electrical wiring is copper. In the early 1960’s the price of copper began to rise and aluminum wiring was commonly used for residences from the mid-1960s through the mid-1970s. There are several million homes in the US with aluminum branch circuit wiring.
The Problem
There is no problem with the aluminum wire itself within the walls; […]

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Unfortunately, the majority of Northeast Ohio is in the EPA’s Highest Radon Zones. Not many people, including most Real Estate Professionals, are aware of this issue.
Radon gas is a toxic gas that seeps into homes through the foundations. And it doesn’t matter if your home is built on a basement, crawlspace or a slab, this […]

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If the electrical panel in your home is a Federal Pacific Electric “Stab-Lok” panel then there is a real fire hazard in your home!
Federal Pacific Electric “Stab-Lok” service panels and breakers are a safety hazard and can fail to trip in response to an overcurrent situation, leading to electrical fires.
The breakers may also fail […]

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If you have moisture or water penetration problems in your basement the first place you might want to look at is the exterior grade around your home. Take a look at this video of a home we just recently inspected- Notice an exterior grade problem?

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