Inspector Cluseau Inspection Services

01/27/2024

"It's a newer home so I don't need a sewer scope."

About that....

This "newer home" has a rebar stake driven straight through the main waste line below a retaining wall. This has cracked the pipe and caused roots to start growing inside. The repair for this issue will cost over $5,000 - and that doesn't include re-building the portion of the retaining wall that has to be removed to make the repair.

Our client spent less than $400 for this service and it revealed a repair that will cost thousands.

If you think sewer scopes are only for "old homes", think again. We find issues like this routinely on houses considered "newer".

Shout out to Hartley Brothers Plumbing for always providing top-quality services to our clients!

Inspector Cluseau Inspection Services
865-691-6158
www.inspectorcluseau.com

05/07/2022

We know the real estate market is tough right now and buyers have to make decisions quickly. So we made this Showing Guide that shows some of the hotspots to look at when buyers are viewing homes.

We give a few of the most frequently found issues with each of the major systems in the home. We also give a number to text if you see something and have questions and want immediate feedback.

We're doing what we can to help you stay ahead!

04/08/2022

"It's hardcoat stucco so you don't need to have it tested."

That's something we hear quite often but unfortunately, that's just not the case.

This photo was taken at a home that was less than 10 years old and had a hardcoat stucco system. There was over $40k worth of damage below the surface that needed to be repaired.

The damage was discovered only by moisture intrusion testing. There were no visible signs of the damage inside the home.

Hardcoat stucco can (and often does) have the exact same issues as EIFS (synthetic stucco).

Moisture intrusion testing by a certified stucco inspector is vital to locating hidden damage below the surface.

We have an EDI (exterior design institute) certified inspector on staff to help you have confidence in your stucco system.

865-691-6158
www.inspectorcluseau.com

04/02/2022

💥 For the month of April we're giving away an AirThings Wave radon monitor for any New Construction inspection scheduled online.

Head over to inspectorcluseau.com/schedulenow to book your appointment!

01/04/2022

This new construction home features a cozy water bed in the crawl space. Spacious.

11/15/2021

📣 Realtors! Who's next?

Because I've got an awesome team working with me, it has given me the opportunity to be available for office presentations. I've got a lot of valuable information to help you guys be successful!

Thank you Weichert Realtors Advantage and Jeff Grebe Realtor for the great hospitality and having me in to talk to your agents this morning!

Give me a call and let's talk about what I can do to help you stay ahead of the pack!

09/10/2021

Looks good from here.

08/12/2021

Understanding the science helps to understand the symptoms and the root problems.

High dew point = more condensation = more mold.

Now work the formula backwards to find the answer to correcting the problem.

To reduce mold you must reduce condensation by lowering the dew point temperature.

We've got a lot of good stuff coming out in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!

08/09/2021

Should be fine.

02/06/2021

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