Oak Ridge Home Inspections

08/17/2026

This is why having properly installed fascia covering and drip edge is so important. I’ve inspected two houses within the last week with the same issue—there was no fascia covering installed, leaving the wood fascia board exposed to moisture and deterioration.

08/17/2026

This is why having properly installed fascia covering and drip edge is so important. I’ve inspected two houses within the last week with the same issue—there was no fascia covering installed, leaving the wood fascia board exposed to moisture and deterioration.

08/08/2026

Some rotted fascia boards and roof decking. Could see right into the attic from the outside.

08/07/2026

Some things don’t stand out during a walk through. Another reason it’s important to always make sure you have an inspection done.

05/11/2026

12-gauge wire connected to a 100-amp breaker is crazy work lol. This wire is only rated for around 20 amps, while the breaker won’t trip until the load exceeds 100 amps. In a situation like this, the wire could overheat and burn long before the breaker ever trips.

04/23/2026

Found some bats during my morning inspection today. They’re cute, but the droppings aren’t something you want in the attic. As the droppings dry out they can release spores that may cause Histoplasmosis. They usually get in through small openings along the roofline. Pretty straightforward fix—have a wildlife company remove them, seal the entry points, and clean up the attic.

04/17/2026

04/02/2026

Opened up the panel and found this on the main breaker.

That’s a stranded aluminum conductor where multiple strands were cut off just to make it fit into the breaker lug.

Here’s the problem:
That wire is sized for the load, but the termination is wrong. Instead of using the proper connector or equipment, someone modified the wire to make it “work.”

Cutting strands reduces the wire’s capacity and creates a poor connection.
Poor connection = heat.
Heat = failure risk.

Just one of the many things we check for during one of our inspections.

04/01/2026

Ghost in the house or?

01/22/2026

“How old is the roof?”

It’s one of the most common questions we get during inspections. Roof age isn’t guessed by the calendar — it’s estimated by wear patterns. Granule loss, cracking, curling, and texture tell a story.
This chart breaks down what early, mid, and late roof life typically looks like for common asphalt shingles. Actual lifespan can vary, but understanding the stage helps with budgeting and expectations.