Joshua Tree Home Inspection

12/15/2022

Tips for any new home owners

07/12/2022

Contact us today for your next inspection!

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07/11/2022

Home inspections can be stressful. Here are some tips to make the process easier.

07/11/2022

Home Inspections can be stressful, here are some tips to make the process easier.

07/09/2022

Evaporative coolers work by pulling warm dry air through water soaked cooling pads. During the evaporation process these units can use up to 15 gallons of water per hour! Avoid leaks and damages to your home and make sure your cooler is working properly. Some tips include keeping your pads cleaned and replaced, maintaining correct water levels and regularly clean the unit and water tank. A 50/50 vinegar and water solution will help clean any mineral and hard water deposits on the unit.

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12/12/2021

Landscape irrigation lines installed near the home can allow water to seep into the soil at the foundation. This often causes settling and cracks to form in the foundation and damage to the home. It’s recommended to have plants with low water requirements near the home.

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05/02/2021

⚡️⚡️Single-strand aluminum wiring was commonly used in homes built between 1968 and 1973 due to shortages and high prices of copper. Over time, poor connections can can cause the wire to overheat and is over 50 times more likely to become a fire hazard. ⚡️⚡️

03/24/2021

R22 refrigerant for HVAC units started being phased out worldwide in January 2020 because of its harmful effects on the ozone layer. In the US, R22 cannot be manufactured and it cannot be imported, making repairs and maintenance more costly due to low supply.

01/30/2021

01/28/2021

Backdrafting is a potentially fatal hazard where combustible gasses from the water heater spill back into the room around it. Backdrafting exhaust gases include carbon monoxide and have a high level of moisture. This causes corrosion and moisture at the top of the tank. When you see this, it is a strong indication that your tank isn’t venting properly.

01/25/2021

🚽SLOAN Flushmate pressure-assisted flushing systems were recalled in 2016. The system can suddenly burst, shattering the tank and posing the risk for serious injury. If you have one of these in your home it is recommended to stop using the tank immediately and to have it repaired or replaced. 🚽