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45th Parallel Home Inspection provides thorough, fast, and professional home inspection services in the Vancouver and SW Washington area.

11/30/2024

Roof plumbing vents must be properly installed to shed water. We often see plumbing vent boots that are inverted, which is a sure leak point. When water stands instead of draining off of the roof, it will usually end up leaking into the home. It is a good idea to have periodic roof inspections to look for any issues that could allow leaking. Promptly repair or replace any plumbing vent boots that are inverted, gapped, cracked, or that do not properly shed water for any reason. https://buff.ly/3HS23lg

11/29/2024

🚁 Check out a new perspective! At 45th Parallel, we often use drone technology to provide a clear view of your roof and exterior conditions during inspections. We prefer to physically walk on a roof to get up close and personal with it and be able to feel for soft spots, and view things at inches rather than from 5 or 10 feet, but sometimes, it is not possible to safely walk on a roof. So, the next best thing is to have a drone inspection to look for any visible deficiencies. That way, we can at least get a detailed look at your home’s overall state and identify potential issues from above when it's not safe to walk on a roof.

Let us know if you need help with a drone inspection of your property! https://buff.ly/3Sy2eH4

11/27/2024

If you have not had an inspection of your home's attic in the last few years, it's time to have one. A professional home inspection, or a home health checkup where we just inspect a few key areas of the home can help locate any developing issues in your home's attic and give you the opportunity to have them repaired before they become bigger and costlier issues.

Schedule a home inspection or a home health check with 45th Parallel Home Inspection if you need help with a thorough inspection of your home's attic space. https://buff.ly/3HS23lg

11/25/2024

In the Pacific Northwest, we live in a very active seismic part of the world. It is very important for water heater tanks to be properly secured to prevent overturning during any seismic shaking. Proper strapping of water heaters with seismic straps is considered a safety related item, and should be performed if not already currently installed. Water heater seismic straps should be installed in the top 1/3 and bottom 1/3 of the tank with seismic straps (not plumber's tape), and lag bolted to the home's structure. This means that it should be secured to the studs in a wall, or bolted into concrete, not just secured to drywall or plywood etc. If not done currently, have a contractor or plumber do this for you because this is a safety issue. Water heaters lacking seismic straps can also cause delays in the appraisal process and should be accomplished prior to an appraisal during a real estate transaction.

11/22/2024

Old 1/4" Copper lines in basements, crawlspace, and other areas around the home often indicate the presence, or past presence of a buried oil fuel tank. It is important to note the potential presence of any old oil fuel tanks because, if present, and still containing fuel, they could be leaking into the surrounding soil causing contamination and necessitating environmental cleanup. Old fuel oil tanks need to be either removed or properly decommissioned to prevent leaking of fuel into the surrounding soil. Environmental cleanup of a leaking fuel oil tank can be quite costly, and depending on the severity, cost many thousands of dollars. If you see any 1/4" Copper lines in a basement, crawlspace, or other location around the home, have a contractor that performs tank sweeps do a thorough sweep of the property to check for a buried oil tank. Also, check official city or county records to look for signs of a buried oil tank and if it has been properly decommissioned in the past.

11/20/2024

Exterior flashing at windows and siding are important items to help keep your home water tight. Flashing functions to direct water out and down from the home's exterior building envelope to help prevent water damage if water gets behind siding and in places you don't want it to enter. Proper installation of flashing is important so that it can properly do it's job. We often see flashing present in required locations such as over horizontal trim or windows, but it is often improperly installed leaving the home's structure susceptible to water damage.

If you need help with an exterior inspection of your siding in the Vancouver / Portland area, let us know. We are happy to help: https://buff.ly/495vagC

11/18/2024

⚠️ Don’t let mold take hold!

Mold and fungi isn’t just a cosmetic issue—it can signal water problems in your crawlspace or attic. Molds belong to the Fungi kingdom, and some fungi consume wood rather than just grow on it, so it can also potentially cause damage to the home's structure. Some people are also very sensitive or allergic to mold mycotoxins. At 45th Parallel, we don’t specifically do mod inspections or treat mold, but we do offer inspections to identify areas of concern that can lead to mold growth, like water in the crawlspace and improperly vented bathroom fans in the attic.

If you need help identifying conditions that could lead to mold growth, let us know. We can help with an inspection of the attic and crawlspace!

11/15/2024

Is your HVAC system in good condition? HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) systems perform vital functions for the home. Heating and cooling systems produce the heat and cool, but ductwork circulates it throughout the home. Vent pipes exhaust water v***r and odors from the home. If these systems have damage, or are not performing their job well, the occupants of the home are the ones that suffer. Increased utility bills, moisture problems in the attic or crawlspace, decreased air quality, or even pest intrusion into ductwork are some of the potential issues that can affect the home's occupants. Its a good idea to inspect your home's HVAC system periodically to look for existing and potential issues.

11/13/2024

🚿 Drip, drip, drip... We see non professional plumbing repairs every day, however, sometimes we see some real doozies! Like this car jack and wood block supporting a sewer line in the crawlspace. Hey, has anyone seen the car jack? I need to change a tire! Non-professional plumbing repairs seldom go as planned and often end up costing way more due to water damage from the unsuccessful repair. If you notice odd things like weird looking plumbing repairs, don't hesitate to call a plumber or have a professional home inspection. It may save you a lot more money down the road.

If you need help with a plumbing line inspection in the crawlspace, let us know!

11/11/2024

🏠 Help Protect Your Roof With A Thorough Inspection!

Don't wait for a leak or damage to catch you by surprise. At 45th Parallel, we specialize in comprehensive roof inspections to help you stay ahead of potential problems. Moss that is allowed to grow on roof coverings can eventually cause leaking and damage to the roof structure.

We’ll Check For:

Damaged or missing shingles and flashing
Potential moisture issues
Moss growth
Structural concerns
Schedule your roof inspection today and ensure peace of mind!

11/08/2024

We see the craziest things inspecting houses. Take for example when people cut structural members because it is in the way. Check out this photo showing a cut stair stringer that was obviously cut out to make room for a stacked washer / dryer setup. this leaves the stairway inadequately supported and compromised which is also a safety hazard should this stairway fail if hypothetically carrying heavy furniture up the stairs. This will be a fairly extensive repair and totally unnecessary. Never cut things like floor joists, beams, stair stringers, and the like to make room for something. it's best to consult with a licensed contractor first before attempting anything like this costly mistake.

11/06/2024

Attention Homeowners! Old Tape on HVAC Ducts May Contain Asbestos! ⚠️

If you have an older home, it's wise to check for potential hazards, including older tape on your HVAC ducts that could contain asbestos. Don’t risk disturbing it!

Steps to Take:

Inspect for signs of old HVAC duct tape.
Don’t disturb suspected asbestos; instead, consult professionals for safe handling and testing.

If you need help with an inspection of attics, crawlspaces, or other areas to look for potential asbestos tape on HVAC ducts in the Portland / Vancouver area, let us know, we can help.

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16707 SE Evergreen Highway
Vancouver, WA
98683

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http://www.nw45thparallel.com/

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