Home Inspection Finds
Radcliff Home Inspection: Rafter Solutions
I just completed a Radcliff Ky Home Inspection and there were a few interesting finds, however; one that was most interesting is pictured here. The home had two furnaces installed in the attic. Fairly common to find the furnace in a slab home in the attic in this area but what was not common was the… Read More
Condo Inspection-Louisville
I get asked all of the time by clients if it is really necessary to inspect a condo before purchase. While it is true that many patio home/condo communities have master agreements that take care of the exterior of the community (roofs, lots, facade, ect) there are still issues that can be discovered. You will… Read More
Rineyville Ky Home Inspection Finds
Ever had a drip of water appear from no where? On the last Rineyville home inspection the clients and I noticed a small water puddle forming along a garage wall. Seem odd to us at the time- we had just finished running water in the bathroom so could this be the cause? Turns out YES. … Read More
Louisville Ky Home Inspection Tip
Fall is here and the leaves are beginning to ( if they have not already) fall. There are a few things we need to start doing to get our homes ready for the fall season and one of the first items to address is gutters. Although not real glamorous-gutters serve a great purpose for our… Read More
Elizabethtown Ky Home Inspection Find
When looking for your new Elizabethtown Ky home you should always get a home inspection completed. That goes for new construction as well as existing homes. Below are a few pictures of the recent finds on new construction. All of these items are fairly easy to repair-but you need someone helping you. You can contact Know… Read More
Louisville KY Home Inspection Tips
Radcliff Home Inspection: Rafter Solutions
I just completed a Radcliff Ky Home Inspection and there were a few interesting finds, however; one that was most interesting is pictured here. The home had two furnaces installed in the attic. Fairly common to find the furnace in a slab home in the attic in this area but what was not common was the… Read More
Condo Inspection-Louisville
I get asked all of the time by clients if it is really necessary to inspect a condo before purchase. While it is true that many patio home/condo communities have master agreements that take care of the exterior of the community (roofs, lots, facade, ect) there are still issues that can be discovered. You will… Read More
Rineyville Ky Home Inspection Finds
Ever had a drip of water appear from no where? On the last Rineyville home inspection the clients and I noticed a small water puddle forming along a garage wall. Seem odd to us at the time- we had just finished running water in the bathroom so could this be the cause? Turns out YES. … Read More
Louisville Ky Home Inspection Tip
Fall is here and the leaves are beginning to ( if they have not already) fall. There are a few things we need to start doing to get our homes ready for the fall season and one of the first items to address is gutters. Although not real glamorous-gutters serve a great purpose for our… Read More
Elizabethtown Home Inspection Finds: Deck Issues and Maintenance
Today’s Elizabethtown Home Inspection revealed a few items that need to be addressed this spring and may also be on your deck as well. The deck is a painted wood deck, two stories high and is bolted to the home. The deck is actually bolted to the home correctly, which is a rare find today and the… Read More
Home Maintenance and Safety Tips
Condo Inspection-Louisville
I get asked all of the time by clients if it is really necessary to inspect a condo before purchase. While it is true that many patio home/condo communities have master agreements that take care of the exterior of the community (roofs, lots, facade, ect) there are still issues that can be discovered. You will… Read More
Louisville Ky Home Inspection Tip of the Week: Space Heaters
It is that time of year again that we get those electric heaters out of the basement, dust them off and plug them in. However; please remember that there are news stories every year where a space heater was left unattended and led to tragedy. Please follow some basic rules when using a space heater:… Read More
Louisville Ky Home Inspection Tips: Outside Faucets
I was on an inspection Friday and noticed that the front water spicket had not been turned off for the winter. We have been fairly fortunate so far this year in Louisville, Ky that it has not been bitter cold. It is expected to be just that this upcoming week, so if you have not… Read More
Louisville, Ky Home Inspector Finds Deck Lacking Proper Supports
I was on an inspection Tuesday in Crestwood looking over a very nice home. The home had a nice wrap around porch/deck that went across the front and side of the home. On first glance all appeared well, however; the deck was not properly attached to the home. It has been an all to a… Read More
Smoke Detectors: Change That Battery
I know that you are supposed to change smoke detector batteries when the time change, but if you have not change them today. Please do not become a statistic. If your home is older than around 10 years, you probably only have battery operated detectors. They now sell detectors that use 10-year lithium battery’s that… Read More
