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Oil Those Pillow Blocks
Evaporative coolers (swamp coolers) have 2 pillow blocks that often get overlooked when de-winterizing the unit. Fill with 2-in-1 oil to...
inspectorjulie
May 28, 20201 min read
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Get out of the gutter!
Having the right tool for the job makes it easier to clean the gutters.
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May 27, 20201 min read
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May 15, 20200 min read
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Let's investigate!
As a Home Inspector, I make recommendations on my findings. It is not in my Standards of Practice to diagnose my findings, but this is on...
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May 9, 20201 min read
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Hidden under 16 inches of insulation!
This dryer vent was spewing moisture on the attic floor. At 1st glance of the insulation, there was little evidence of moisture...
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Apr 11, 20201 min read
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COVID-19 Help
Don't let COVID-19 stop you from the home buying process. Follow this home buying timeline: 1. Search listings while quarantined in your...
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Mar 18, 20201 min read
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How important is the heater filter?
Think you can go a while longer before changing your furnace filter? This furnace will need a deep cleaning by a professional in order to...
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Mar 8, 20201 min read
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Batty for Home Inspections
We love inspecting a variety of homes. Call us today to get the report you need.
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Feb 27, 20201 min read
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Feb 24, 20201 min read
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My Filter Friday
The filter in my vacuum cleaner is getting cleaned this Filter Friday. What filters need cleaning in your home?
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Feb 21, 20201 min read
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Personal Protective Equipment Fail
When your PPE fails and it make you smile...
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Feb 6, 20201 min read
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Mold or Efflorescence?
This heater duct is blowing directly on the concrete. It is causing moisture which is bringing what looks to be a mold-like substance to...
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Jan 27, 20201 min read
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How Much is Enough?
How much attic insulation is enough? Minimum thickness is 12.25 inches for R30. This attic has an "attic card" showing the depth of the...
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Jan 9, 20201 min read
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Be the Ringmaster
When life is like a circus, be the Ringmaster.
inspectorjulie
Dec 13, 20191 min read
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Hello Winter Wednesday!
It is time to inspect those gutters and splash blocks now that the snow is melting.
inspectorjulie
Dec 4, 20191 min read
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Smelly Saturday!
Don't get stuck with a smelly house. Keep those p-traps full of water to prevent sewer gases from coming in. Just run the unused...
inspectorjulie
Nov 30, 20191 min read
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I Spy: Lack of insulation in the attic. Brrrr...
Lack of insulation in the attic is cold and costly.
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Nov 24, 20190 min read
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