Detect and Inspect Home Inspection

10/14/2026

💨 Well… the vent is there. The problem is, it isn't venting anything.

We started in the attic and noticed something wasn't adding up with the bathroom ventilation.

So we followed it.

There’s the opening. There’s the ductwork. But they aren't connected. Instead of doing its job, that duct is sitting in the attic blowing conditioned air where nobody needs it.

This is exactly why a home inspection is more than walking through a house and looking around. Sometimes you have to follow the clues to figure out what's actually going on.

🔎 Inspect it. Detect it. Put it on the report.

🛠️ Time to get her fixed.

Detect and Inspect Home Inspections

10/13/2026

An exterior light fixture should keep more than the lights on.

This fixture has a visible gap between the mounting plate and the siding, with wiring exposed behind it.

Exterior light fixtures should be securely mounted, with appropriate weather sealing at the top and sides to help prevent rainwater from entering behind the fixture.

Without proper sealing, water can follow the wiring into the wall cavity, potentially causing hidden moisture damage.

A small gap outside can lead to a much bigger problem inside.

Inspect it. Detect it. Time to get her fixed.

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📍 Tyler, Lindale & East Texas

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10/10/2026

Don't let a small crack kill the deal.

A crack in the brick doesn't automatically mean there's a foundation problem.

Brick veneer and the home's structural framing are separate components. Temperature changes, material movement, and other conditions can contribute to cracking in the masonry.

The important part is looking at the whole picture.

Are there additional cracks? Signs of movement? Doors or windows that aren't operating properly? Separation elsewhere around the home?

One crack doesn't tell the whole story, and a photo alone can't confirm the cause.

Don't panic over one finding. Get the facts before making a decision.

Detect & Inspect Home Inspections

Serving Tyler, Lindale & East Texas.

10/09/2026

🏠 See those shiny edges on the roof? That's not a good sign.

Those shiny spots are areas where the protective granules have worn away, exposing the fiberglass mat underneath.

Granules help protect asphalt shingles from the sun and weather. Once they're gone, the shingles become more vulnerable to deterioration.

And on this roof? The wear is extensive enough that replacement is the recommendation.

A roof can look decent from the driveway, but a closer inspection can tell a very different story.

Buying a home in East Texas? Make sure you know the condition of the roof before closing.

🔎 Inspect it. Detect it. Time to get her fixed.

Detect and Inspect Home Inspections

10/08/2026

🛁 It's not a big deal… until the bathtub moves on you.

A bathtub that shifts when you step out isn't something to brush off.

Besides creating a potential slip-and-fall hazard, movement can put stress on the drain connections and lead to plumbing problems.

It might seem like a small issue during a walkthrough, but it's the kind of thing you'll wish you knew about before moving in.

That's why we check the details.

Come on, guys. Time to get her fixed.

🔎 Detect and Inspect Home Inspections

10/07/2026

Winter is coming. Is your home sealed up?

These gaps and deteriorating sealant around the window may seem minor, but they can allow drafts and moisture to enter.

Before cooler weather arrives in East Texas, take a few minutes to check the sealant around your windows and doors—both inside and outside.

Look for cracked, missing, or separated caulk, and have any gaps properly sealed.

A little maintenance now can help keep your home warmer, reduce unwanted air leaks, and prevent moisture-related damage.

Inspect it. Detect it. Time to get her fixed.

Detect & Inspect Home Inspections 📍 Tyler, Lindale & East Texas 🌐 detectandinspect.net

10/06/2026

🪟 Looks good. Closes fine. But does it actually LOCK?

At first glance, this window looked like it was in good shape.

Then we opened it, closed it, and tested the lock.

Turns out, it wasn't securing much of anything.

A window that doesn't lock properly isn't just a maintenance issue. It can also be a home security concern.

This is why we don't just look at windows during a home inspection. We operate accessible windows and test their locks to identify problems you might never notice during a walkthrough.

Buying a home? Make sure you know what works and what doesn't before closing.

🔎 Inspect it. Detect it. Time to get it fixed.

Detect and Inspect Home Inspections

10/03/2026

🪜 How many trips up and down this ladder before the refrigerator gets its first dent? 😂

Some things you find during a home inspection just make you stop and wonder.

We're not sure what the plan was here, but we'd sure like to see how this refrigerator makes the trip.

What do you think? Is that asking too much? 👀

🔎 Detect and Inspect Home Inspections

10/03/2026

10/02/2026

The electrician didn't do anybody any favors on this one.

While running electrical wiring, someone cut through a structural framing member to make room for the cables.

Now we've got two things to look at: the electrical installation and the structural framing that was altered to accommodate it.

Cutting or drilling framing members without following the applicable requirements can compromise their structural capacity. This one needs further evaluation to determine the appropriate correction.

Everybody on this build site needed an aspirin after that.

A cheap inspection is an expensive inspection.

Detect & Inspect Home Inspections

Serving Tyler, Lindale & East Texas.