Absolute Home Inspections LLC

12/06/2024

WEEP HOLES

Wintertime is here and this means winter pest. During this time of year pest such as mice tend to find a warm place to live, and that one place may be your home. One way these pests can enter your home are through weep holes, which are small openings at the bottom of the exterior brick veneer of your home. These small opening were mandated with new construction of homes during the 1980's to allow for water that had seeped into the cavity in the wall to drain out in order to prevent structural damage to the home. However, when a newly constructed home is built many contractors do not inform the buyer that screens are needed for these weep holes to prevent pest from entering the dwelling. So, make sure you insert weep hole covers, custom fitted screens, Weepa Protector Weep Hole Scree, steel wool, etc.

Phillip Leger
337-445-8084
[email protected]
Owner/Home Inspector of Absolute Home Inspections LLC

11/14/2024

With inflation high it's always a good to find ways to reduce your spending and one way to do it is with your home. Here are some ways to reduce your energy consumption in your home to lower your bills.
1. Periodically Change your HVAC filters.
2. Install Smart Thermostats
3. Install Tankless Water Heaters
4. Replace Incandescent Light Bulbs with LED light bulbs.
5. Seal and insulate your home. Air leakage can occur at electrical receptacles/outlets, fireplace dampers, inadequate weather stripping around doors, baseboards, window frames, and switch plates.
6. Install efficient shower heads and toilets.
7. Use appliances and electronics responsibly.
8. Change the way you do your laundry.

Hope this helps!