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Why We Have Mold in our Homes and Workplaces
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inspectorjulie
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What Is a Water Intrusion Inspection—and Why Should You Consider One?
You may be wondering, “What exactly is a water intrusion inspection, and do I really need one?” A water intrusion inspection is designed...
inspectorjulie
May 291 min read
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Is HVAC cleaning really needed?
🌬️ HVAC COMPARISON I couldn't say what was stuck to the coin (visible with my borescope) in the supply ducting in this bedroom...
inspectorjulie
May 211 min read
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When Your Cat Becomes a Roof Inspector ( Yes, that's really my cat).
Roof Inspection Sometimes the seller's pets are home during an inspection. At Empowered Home Inspections , that’s never a problem - we...
inspectorjulie
May 141 min read
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Post Remediation Verification, what is this?
PRV (Post Remediation Verification) testing is a must after mold remediation work has been performed. This is a way to test the air for...
inspectorjulie
May 31 min read
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Expert or Specialist? The Key to Becoming the Best in Your Field
What is your specialty? Are you an expert at it? Do you consider expertise and specialization to be the same thing? And how did you...
inspectorjulie
Mar 181 min read
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Empowered Home Inspections Code of Ethics
The Master Inspector Certification Board promotes a high standard of professionalism, business ethics and inspection procedures. ...
inspectorjulie
Feb 242 min read
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Winter Radon Risks: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know
Winter increases radon risks in homes. Test, ventilate, and mitigate to protect your family from this invisible health threat.
inspectorjulie
Feb 71 min read
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Don't Be Tempted
Don't be tempted by the scent! Many plug-ins, incense, and even candles that are used in the home may have formaldehyde. This has been...
inspectorjulie
Jan 221 min read
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We now do Commercial Property Inspections!!
🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 I’m thrilled to announce that I am now offering commercial property inspections ! With the same dedication and...
inspectorjulie
Nov 22, 20241 min read
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Plumbing Folly
Many things in the home can be repaired or updated by a general contractor. Plumbing is not typically one of those items. Especially...
inspectorjulie
Oct 14, 20241 min read
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A Summer of Adventures: Inspecting Homes Across the Front Range
This summer, we've journeyed across the Front Range, diving into every corner of homes to ensure safety and quality. From crawling...
inspectorjulie
Aug 24, 20241 min read
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When You Have An Eye For Inspecting!
At first glance, the burners on this stoved found me thinking, something is off here. Do you see it? The burner covers match. However,...
inspectorjulie
Jun 10, 20241 min read
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Is your radon fan working?
The EPA recommends retesting every two years for radon in your home when you have a mitigation system in place. If it has been 2 years or...
inspectorjulie
May 30, 20241 min read
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Episode 5: If It Ain't Broke Don't Fix It
Access panels are great when you need to access plumbing behind the wall. Sometimes, we have no choice of where the access pane will end...
inspectorjulie
May 27, 20241 min read
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Mastering Tetris
"Hey! Want to play a game in front of the fireplace?"
inspectorjulie
May 23, 20241 min read
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Episode 4: If it Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It.
These sprinkler (irrigation) manifolds are above ground. Some states may even require this. They are so close to the foundation and...
inspectorjulie
May 16, 20241 min read
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Kitchen Ventilation
Kitchen ventilation is important. When you have a gas stove, it is preferred that your vent terminates to the outdoors. The ventilation...
inspectorjulie
May 15, 20241 min read
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Water Alarm in the Attic?
Why would you place a water alarm in the attic? This furnace has a condensate pump to direct condensation from the heat ducts out. It's a...
inspectorjulie
May 8, 20241 min read
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