Stellar Home Inspection,llc

04/08/2026

Why do you need a home inspection?

03/29/2026

Found some subterranean termites on this inspection.

03/27/2026

You can now find me on Zillow.

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03/08/2026

Does everyone know where to place smoke detectors in your home in Washington state? Have you ever wondered why they are not installed in bathrooms?

Key reasons for avoiding smoke detectors in bathrooms:

False Alarms: Steam and high humidity can interfere with sensors, particularly ionization types, causing nuisance alarms.

Safety Regulations: Per Washington State building codes, alarms should be installed away from bathroom doors to avoid issues with moisture.

Proper Placement: Detectors should be placed in hallways, bedrooms, and on every level of the home for maximum, effective coverage rather than in small, moisture-prone rooms.

03/05/2026

Offering Engineering certs for manufactured homes foundations and additions. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

02/25/2026

Found this during today's inspection. Still functioning perfectly. Rheem Rheem glass water heater. Manufactured in 1989.

01/04/2026

Credit to Preston Sandlin.

Yo. Adrian.

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays.

12/21/2025

You dont see these everyday. 1940 heat sensor. About the size of a harmonica. If the temperature gets above 135° this device would emit sound. I am curious what it sounds like

12/10/2025

12/08/2025

Never skip the inspection.