AFCI Protection and Alterations to Your Residential Electric System
I have heard it said that the development of our modern electrical system is the single greatest engineering…
Length Does Not Matter
Quality Matters Discussions among home inspectors frequently circle back to the “correct” length of a home inspection report….
“I’ve Had 20 People on This Deck!”
It has not failed to date… Everyย home inspector has heard some version of this refrain at least once…
What Makes ScribeWare Different?
ScribeWare is the best way to write a quality report! Home Inspectors who choose ScribeWare care about the…
Home Inspection on Hardcoat Stucco Siding Systems
Hardcoat Stucco basics Hardcoat stucco is an ancient building material that was historically applied over masonry buildings and…
I’ve got moisture ants in my house?
What are moisture ants? Moisture ants are a wood-destroying organism that indicates there is wet wood in or…
I’ve Got Mold In My Attic!
Frequently asked questions about a common problem in some climate zones Mold is a 4-letter word in real…
Understanding Open Grounds and Options for Repair
What is the equipment ground? The equipment ground in residential wiring is often thought of as the “third…
Testing AFCI’s and GFCI’s During a Home Inspection
Why Simple Testing is not Always So Simple Home inspectors like to test things to see if they…
The Practice Inspection Blog #1
Getting off the Ground is a Challange Newer home inspectors face many challenges to starting their home inspection…