Patrick Erb Home & Building Inspection

05/25/2026

Unfortunately its probably time to check and clean the gutters, check the hangers, screens, downspouts and drainage pipes.
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01/25/2026

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I am very proud of you for seeking the services of an experienced, licensed Building Inspector. I spend a considerable amount of time on site and as a general rule, I only conduct one inspection per day. My Coverage Area Includes Most of North and Northwest and West Alabama. Specialties: Historic Ho...

12/31/2025

12/30/2025

A "Depression" on the roof deck causing "DEPRESSION" in the pocket book.

Spotted from the exterior a slight depression of the roof deck. The underside of the roof deck showing the plywood is very damaged. Apparently, when the shingles were replaced the roofer packed underlayment to "fill" the low spot.

It did NOT work..

The lowest estimate to:

Remove the Shingles of the effected area

Replace the damaged plywood

Install new underlayment and shingles

$3800.00

12/08/2025

A thermal imaging camera is a powerful diagnostic tool used during home and building inspections to reveal hidden issues that are invisible to the naked eye by visualizing temperature variations across surfaces [1]. It does not "see through" walls, but instead detects subtle infrared energy (heat) emitted by objects and translates this data into a visual map of hot and cold spots [1]. This thermal map allows inspectors to efficiently identify critical problems such as missing or insufficient insulation in walls and attics, hidden moisture or water leaks within ceilings and behind walls, and potential electrical faults like overloaded circuits or overheating components before they become serious hazards

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving !

11/19/2025

Home Values Have Risen - Make Sure that you are performing routine maintenance and needed repairs. Have a confidential maintenance inspection performed and know what you might not know now. Low rate, objective and "Confidential" just for you. Call Today to discuss - Patrick Erb 205-412-5256

11/17/2025

The Plumbing is ALL WET ! ! !

Homeowners insurance generally will not cover polybutylene pipes because they are considered a defective material prone to leaks and bursts, and many policies have specific exclusions for them. While insurance may cover the resulting water damage from a sudden pipe failure, it typically won't pay for the pipes themselves. Many insurance companies will deny claims for preventable issues, and some may refuse to insure a home with polybutylene pipes or require replacement before they will offer or renew coverage.

11/05/2025

Your New Septic System may cost $10,000-$20,000 - WHY?

1. Lack of Maintenance
2. Regulations on Licensed Septic

How do you avoid that?

MAINTENANCE - A septic system is NOT something that you want to forget about. It may be out of sight and out of mind, however... it there is an issue - it will definitely Not be "OUT OF SMELL" not to mention the health issues ewww!

Here is a simple online guide, regular maintenance is much less than paying for a new system.

State law requires all septic tank installers and pumpers to have a license from the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board. Licensed technicians can be found using the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board Website.