Mook Home Inspections LLC

06/06/2026

Things I cant do: origami, needlepoint, blacksmithing

Things I can do: Provide a thorough inspection at a reasonable price--prioritizing necessary repairs AND answering any questions my clients have!

06/05/2026

New blog post up with some specific areas of focus for the hot summer months!

What Areas of a Home Matter Most During the Hot Summer Months?Summer is one of the busiest seasons for home buying and selling across Mahoning County, Trumbull County, Portage County, Columbiana County, Mercer County, and Lawrence County. Warm weather gives buyers and homeowners the opportunity to e...

06/03/2026

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06/02/2026

K**b and Tube wiring gets its name from the porcelain or ceramic "k***s" and "tubes" used to support and protect the branch circuits. K**bs were nailed to wood framing members to keep the conductors away from framing and suspended in open air. Tubes were hollow and used as a pass-thru sleeve on joists and studs. There were only 2 conductors(hot and neutral) and it did not have a grounding conductor. It is some of the oldest form of house wiring(dating back to the 1880s and can be found up to the 1940s). There are several reasons why k**b and tube is considered obsolete and a safety concern:

1.) No equipment grounding conductor(which provides appliances and equipment with shock and surge protection)

2.) The rubberized cloth insulation can become brittle and crack or fray--exposing the conductor beneath(which if surrounded by insulation or contacting wood can create enough heat to start a fire).

3.) K**b and Tube was designed for homes with 30A or 60A electrical service to power lights and switches. These homes did not have modern appliances or equipment and the wiring can be overloaded in homes equipped with numerous modern appliances. Overloaded = overheating.

One of the biggest misconceptions Ive heard over and over again in my career is: "ITS BEEN IN THE HOME FOR 100 YEARS, IT MUST BE OK". This couldn't be further from the truth. Do your research when purchasing an older home, and hire an inspector you can trust before you buy!

06/01/2026

Dont forget to check out www.mookhomeinspect.com and our Google Reviews while you're researching inspectors!

05/29/2026

Even though something can be in a home for a long time, doesn't mean its not a defect. Federal Pacific(FPE) Stab-Lok electrical panels are a prime example. Federal Pacific Stab-Lok electrical panels are considered a significant safety concern due to a documented history of breakers failing to trip during overloads or short circuits. When breakers do not function properly, the risk of overheating and electrical fire increases. These panels were commonly installed in homes from the 1950s through the 1980s and are still found today. If your home has a Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panel--do your research and consider an upgrade immediately.

05/27/2026

We had three 5-star reviews from our holiday weekend inspections! Incredibly thankful for our customers and for their realtors who refer them! Unsure about who your home inspector should be? Dont listen to us, read our Google Reviews and let our customers do the talking!

05/26/2026

If you happen to notice these little dirt trails on the floor joists, band joists, or sill plates in your basement they aren't just because you haven't cleaned in a while. These are mud tubes for eastern subterranean termites. These type of termites live in the soil and have to remain in a moist environment to stay alive, so they build these little tunnels to get over surfaces and around concrete and metal to find new wood to feed on. I wasn't even hired for a WDI inspection on this property, but still was able to locate and point this out to my client! We are a licensed pesticide business and commercial applicator through the OH Dept of Agriculture, so we know how to spot things like this before they become big problems!

05/25/2026

We will be closed in observance of Memorial Day today to remember and honor members of our military who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.