National Property Inspections Birmingham

08/11/2026

Ticks prefer long grass and shady areas. The good news? Regular yard maintenance—like mowing the lawn and clearing away debris—is often all you need to keep them away. Here are a few other tips if you're noticing ticks in your yard. 🕷️🌿

Wondering where ticks are most likely to be in your yard? Pest experts share the five common hiding spots and how to protect yourself.

08/10/2026

Moving is a demanding process—especially if you're planning to handle most of the heavy lifting yourself.

Follow these tips to help protect some of your prized belongings during your next move. And when in doubt, consider hiring the professionals. 📦

This often-forgotten moving mistake can lead to costly damage, but it’s easy to avoid with the right approach.

08/07/2026

Why is a pre-listing inspection so powerful? It tells buyers that your home is an open book.

By inspecting in advance, you can avoid surprises, address maintenance issues, and close quicker.

If you're looking to stand out in the market and want to reduce stress throughout the selling process, give us a call to schedule your inspection today.

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08/05/2026

Keeping cool without driving up your electrical bill isn't always easy. This article offers a great breakdown of what to consider! ⚡🌡️

It's hot out! Flipping on a ceiling fan seems like a cheap, easy way to cool down. But should you leave it on all day? We settle the debate.

08/03/2026

New technology is influencing modern home design. Do you like the direction today's architecture is heading? 💡🏘️

The most desirable spaces in contemporary design—solaria, glass walls, double-height volumes—are also the hardest to climate control.

07/30/2026

Hoping to attract more birds to your yard? You might attract a few less welcome visitors, too. Squirrels can damage trees, siding, and other parts of your home. 🐦🐿️

The wily rodents are no match for a Slinky and some capsaicin.

07/28/2026

Pencils down!

It may be surprising how much a single picture can reveal. With a trained eye, a home inspector can identify issues that help you make an informed decision before closing.

How many did you get right? Did you spot anything we didn't mention? Let us know!

Need an inspection? Give us a call or visit our website.

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07/27/2026

Do you think you could be a property inspector? 🕵️🏠

Take a close look at this picture and comment below with everything you think is wrong with this property. We'll reveal the answers tomorrow. Bonus points if you find them all!

The prize? Bragging rights.

07/23/2026

A lot of the clutter you're holding on to may also be collecting dust and allergens. Consider a cleanup this weekend! 🧹🧼

Learning to declutter your home can be difficult, especially when you don’t want to get rid of things. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with stuff, here are 25 things to declutter from your home that will make a real difference to how it looks. Let's get started with each room in your house!

07/22/2026

Landlines might be making a comeback. What forgotten home feature would you like to see make a return? ☎️

If you're trying to limit your screen time or maybe you have young kids who keep asking for a smartphone, we are happy to see landlines popping up in homes again.