Plumb and Level Home Inspections

05/04/2018

The carpenter in me appreciates things like this. Nowadays, when joining ends of boards, carpenters will usually "sister" another piece over the joint, tying it together that way. Here we see a nice v-notch type connection that takes real skill and craftsmanship. Seeing things like this, is one of the things I love about inspecting historic homes!

04/09/2018

Just how old ARE your shingles?

04/09/2018

Our drones can inspect your roof and chimney. What you can't see from below, we CAN see from above.

03/16/2018

I do hope this garbage disposal switch label was not added in retrospect

03/08/2018

03/02/2018

10 Signs Your House Isn’t Ready to Go on the Market

Think you’re ready to sell your house? Not so fast. First, you probably need to take care of a few straightforward cleaning and maintenance tasks. To give your house the best chance for a quick sale, be sure to go through this checklist before you call an agent.

03/02/2018

How to Stain and Seal a Redwood Deck

Whether your wood deck is brand new or it’s ready for a maintenance staining and sealing, you will want to take the time to stain and seal it properly. This not only makes the deck more beautiful (an important effect, since it’s a definite value to your home), but it will make the deck last long...

03/01/2018

4 Reasons Homebuyers Should Have a Home Inspection

02/15/2018

10 Ways to Keep Your Car From Getting Stolen

A well-trained thief can break into your car in less than 10 seconds, and it takes only a minute to hot-wire it and drive off. A car is stolen approximately every 41 seconds in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The good news is that you can make your...

02/14/2018

10 Paint Colors That Will Increase Your Home’s Value

Selling your home? If so, never underestimate the value of curb appeal. Buyers will often pay a premium for the prettiest house on the block, and paint color plays a huge role in that determination. Check out these 10 paint colors that increase the value of your home, and consider giving your exteri...