John Mease Home Inspections

07/07/2021

Caution to all. A friend's A/C went out and the HVAC tech said the valve covers were off the unit when he arrived and the system was completely empty of Freon. He recharged the system and no leak was found. The tech said he is finding this more and more as Freon theft is on the rise.

06/21/2021

How do you show you sealed the leak around the gas vent and that you are ready for next time? Leave the caulking gun on the roof.

03/10/2021

I inspected a 'fully renovated' home with in-law suite and 'spa' bath recently. Step up to your whirlpool tub supported by plastic buckets and wood shims.

07/12/2020

Most people think I'm crazy when I say ivy will grow through your house. Below is a photo of ivy that has grown through the soffit and an attic space. The ivy then broke the flashing seal at the brick above the roof and is continuing its climb up the house.

04/29/2020

How much creosote is in your chimney? I found this pile during a recent inspection (deeper than the rear of the wood grate). More loose creosote was hanging off the shelf just below the damper and the damper was jammed 90% closed with more of this sticking out (apparently more is stuck on top of the damper inside the chimney). This is a modern prefab fireplace with a steel chimney. My guess is the chimney was cleaned without access to the inside of the house. Any other answers? The house was vacant, had been for sale for nearly a year and no disclosure was provided.

01/31/2020

As many of our more experienced friends choose to move on from their big family home share with them an article by Stephanie Thurrott - The top 9 mistakes downsizers make.

When you’ve lived in a home for years — maybe decades — it’s hard to see your house the way it looks to potential buyers.

01/26/2020

One of the largest concerns most home sellers have is the buyer’s home inspection. What will the inspector find? Will the buyer ask for a price reduction or excessive repairs? Or worse will the buyer cancel the contract? Home sellers can alleviate this concern buy having their home inspected before placing it on the market. An independent home inspection will provide the owner with an unbiased view of their home from the exterior drainage to the attic framing. When was the last time you were in your crawlspace or attic? We know the inspector is going there and I will identify items ranging from simple maintenance issues to items needing professional attention. With the inspection report in-hand the Seller can prioritize any work they choose to perform and not be surprised when items left undone show up on the Buyer’s inspection. The inspection report will also provide information the Seller can use to complete their Seller’s Disclosure form. I find questions left blank or the ‘don’t know’ box checked on disclosures often and this leads to more questions and uncertainty for the Buyer. Stop worrying and have your home pre-sale inspected. Call or text me at (770) 597-8052 to schedule your inspection or answer questions.

11/15/2019

Can you recognize the type of siding on the house you want to buy?

09/21/2019

Can you tell hard-coat stucco from synthetic stucco?

08/25/2019

Apartment Therapy quoted me an article about common mistakes homeowners make. It's an interesting article and a quick read. https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/home-maintenance-mistakes-36640800