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06/01/2026

I see this more than I’d like too. Let’s me teach you something about CMU blocks.

Found a dryer vent installed with PVC piping today and had to do a double take 👀😅Just because air moves through it doesn...
05/29/2026

Found a dryer vent installed with PVC piping today and had to do a double take 👀😅
Just because air moves through it doesn’t mean it’s the right material.
Dryer vents are supposed to be installed with rigid, smooth-wall metal ducting, not PVC.
Why it matters:
❌ PVC can allow lint to build up more easily
❌ Restricted airflow can reduce dryer efficiency
❌ Increased risk of overheating
❌ Lint + heat = a bad combination 🔥
I appreciate the effort and creativity… but not every pipe belongs everywhere 😂
Little installation details matter more than most people realize.
For your protection, get a home inspection.

Found a dryer vent disconnected in the attic today and it looked like it had been snowing lint up there 😅👀To make things...
05/29/2026

Found a dryer vent disconnected in the attic today and it looked like it had been snowing lint up there 😅👀
To make things even better… it was vented with the wrong material instead of rigid, smooth-wall ducting.
Problems I found:
❌ Dryer vent disconnected into the attic
❌ Lint buildup everywhere
❌ Improper flexible duct material used
Why it matters:
➡️ Lint buildup is a fire hazard 🔥
➡️ Warm moist air dumping into the attic can contribute to moisture issues 💧
➡️ Flex material can trap lint and restrict airflow
Your dryer is supposed to vent outside… not turn your attic into a hot fuzzy blanket factory 😂
For your protection, get a home inspection.

Friendly reminder from your Home Inspector... CHANGE YOUR AIR FILTER! 😅That little filter does a lot more than people th...
05/28/2026

Friendly reminder from your Home Inspector... CHANGE YOUR AIR FILTER! 😅

That little filter does a lot more than people think:

❌ Restricts airflow when clogged
❌ Makes your HVAC system work harder
❌ Can increase energy bills
❌ Can even contribute to frozen coils and reduced performance

Your HVAC system out here fighting for its life while the filter is holding enough dust to start its own family 😂

A cheap filter change today can help avoid expensive repairs later.

For your protection, get a home inspection.

Attention to detail matters 👀At first glance, both shut-off valves under this sink looked pretty normal.But look a littl...
05/28/2026

Attention to detail matters 👀
At first glance, both shut-off valves under this sink looked pretty normal.
But look a little closer...
One had a handle.
One did not 😅
Seems minor until you actually need to shut the water off in a hurry.
Little things like this are easy to overlook during a walkthrough, but part of my job is paying attention to the details—because sometimes the smallest things become the biggest headaches.
For your protection, get a home inspection.

Opened up the electrical panel and found a wire that was a little too hot under the collar 😅🔥Found a burnt wire inside t...
05/27/2026

Opened up the electrical panel and found a wire that was a little too hot under the collar 😅🔥

Found a burnt wire inside the panel, and that’s never something you want to see.

Possible causes can include:
❌ Loose connections
❌ Overloaded circuits
❌ Improper installation
❌ Excessive heat buildup over time

Electrical issues usually don’t send a warning text before they become bigger problems.

This is exactly why what’s behind the panel cover matters just as much as what you can see walking through the house.

For your protection, get a home inspection.

Talk about a “buy one, get one free” special 😬For those that don’t know:👀 A double-tapped breaker = two wires connected ...
05/27/2026

Talk about a “buy one, get one free” special 😬

For those that don’t know:

👀 A double-tapped breaker = two wires connected where the breaker may only be designed for one
👀 Federal Pacific panels already have a reputation for safety concerns

So when you combine the two, my eyebrows start raising pretty quick.

Potential concerns:
❌ Improper wire termination
❌ Overheating risk
❌ Possible failure of breakers to operate as intended

Sometimes I find problems… and sometimes problems bring friends 😂

For your protection, get a home inspection.

Found an attic ladder that looked like it quit before the job was finished 😅Somewhere along the way, this attic ladder g...
05/26/2026

Found an attic ladder that looked like it quit before the job was finished 😅

Somewhere along the way, this attic ladder got cut too short.

Now instead of a safe transition into the attic, we’ve got:
❌ Improper support
❌ Increased risk of instability
❌ A potential safety hazard when climbing up or down

I’m all for custom work… but I prefer my ladders to actually make it to the floor 😂

For your protection, get a home inspection.

Well somebody really wanted the pets to have options 😂🐶Found a pet door cut between the garage and laundry room.The prob...
05/26/2026

Well somebody really wanted the pets to have options 😂🐶

Found a pet door cut between the garage and laundry room.

The problem? The garage is designed to be separated from the living area for a reason.

Potential concerns:
❌ Allows fumes from vehicles, fuel, and stored chemicals into the home
❌ Compromises the fire separation between garage and living spaces
❌ Creates an unintended pathway between spaces that should remain separated

I appreciate the creativity and love for the pets… but not every shortcut is a good one 😅

For your protection, get a home inspection.

Crawlbot found the homeowner’s first line of defense. 😅🐈‍⬛Pretty sure this cat was about 2 seconds away from throwing pa...
05/22/2026

Crawlbot found the homeowner’s first line of defense. 😅🐈‍⬛

Pretty sure this cat was about 2 seconds away from throwing paws under the house.

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