Lem's Home Inspections

10/21/2025

In Texas, weep holes in brick cladding should typically be 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch in diameter (or equivalent open area for rectangular or slotted vents) to allow proper drainage and ventilation while preventing pest entry. The International Residential Code (IRC) and local Texas building codes, such as those referencing the Brick Industry Association (BIA) guidelines,

It’s gonna be cold soon and the mice are going to be thankful. 👍

10/21/2025

Key Requirements for Downspout Spacing

• Maximum Spacing: Downspouts must be installed no farther than every 40 feet along the gutter length. This ensures efficient drainage without overflow during typical rainfall events.

• This aligns with Texas Minimum Construction Standards (TMCS), and new construction involving roof drainage. Gutters must slope at least 1 inch per 20 linear feet toward downspouts to facilitate flow.

• General Guidance (Not Strictly Coded): Broader best practices from the IRC/IBC and sources like the Building America Solution Center recommend spacing downspouts every 20–50 feet, depending on roof area, local rainfall and gutter capacity. Closer spacing (e.g., 20–30 feet) is advised for steeper roofs or high-rain areas to handle peak flows.

03/21/2024

Lem’s Home Inspections provides high-quality home inspection services to home buyers and sellers in Dallas, Fort Worth and across North Texas.

Our business is built on trust, integrity, and ensuring you have the information you need about one of the largest investments you’ll make. Choosing the right home inspector can help ease your stress and give you peace of mind.

When you hire Lem's to inspect your new home, we guarantee it will be taken care of as if it was our own home.

You can schedule your inspection today at 214-250-9039 or visit our website!

04/29/2022

Don’t let it get this bad folks, if you see the cracks fix it early!!! ✌🏻

04/01/2022

Woo hoo! 👍

Join us in welcoming our newest Chamber Members. Welcome Tinman Social, Lem's Home Inspections, Union House, Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Shawn Arthur, Realty One Group - Forward Living, Yandama and Sergeant Sully's Smoked Meat.

09/20/2021

Positive feedback comes in many forms! Lol

08/24/2021

Check your insulation folks! Found this today, I’m guessing this will save about $150 a year once corrected and the master bedroom will be cooler!

Love helping folks find problems before they purchase a home! 👍

07/12/2021

Happy clients make happy inspectors!

07/11/2021

👍 these are always great to get!

06/23/2021

They aren’t kidding when they say home inspectors are “hot” 🙂