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Mold Removal and Remediation For Home Inspectors

A special note here: If your home was built between 1978 - 1995, check to see if your plumbing is using polybutylene pipe. Polybutylene pipe was widely used during this time period because it was inexpensive. It's gray in color and looks like plastic. If you do have polybutylene pipe, it's a major red flag on any home inspection report because this type of pipe deteriorates and fails.<br><br><br>https://nomorescamreviews.com/teds-woodworking-review/<br><br>https://nomorescamreviews.com/alive-after-the-fall-2-review/<br><br>http://wedidreviewforyou.com/the-manifestation-millionaire-review/

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Mold Removal and Remediation For Home Inspectors

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  1. Mold Removal and Remediation For Home Inspectors The second most frequently found problems by home inspectors are electrical. Home inspectors will find a lot of electrical outlets that are loose or just don't work. New owners will want these repaired. In addition, home inspectors will point out if key electrical outlets, such as those in the kitchen, are GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupter) circuits. These are a type of electrical outlet that will shut down if there is a sudden surge in electrical current. In new construction, these are often required in certain rooms of the house such as bathrooms, kitchen, and any outdoor sockets. Improperly wired breaker boxes is another frequent problem. Sometimes the breakers being used are the wrong size or they just won't fit properly. This is a big concern in older homes that have not been updated. Most homeowners believe that they only need to change the filters to their heating system every few months. Potential buyers may want to see if annual maintenance has been maintained on the heating system. Any leaks in the piping or within the unit could result in dangerous gas leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning. This is a critical inspection point for home inspectors. Problems on the roof or within the attic often show up on home inspection reports. On average, it costs more than $1500 per year to heat and cool a house. Not having enough insulation in the attic is often a problem that leads to higher energy costs. Insulation requirements vary by geographic region, so the easiest thing to do is go online and search for insulation calculators for your region. On your roof, torn and cracked shingles are a major problem that is often found. But also, home inspectors often find flashing that has not been properly installed, allowing water to seep into the house. Inspect and correct these problems before a professional home inspection is done. https://nomorescamreviews.com/teds-woodworking-review/ https://nomorescamreviews.com/alive-after-the-fall-2-review/ http://wedidreviewforyou.com/the-manifestation-millionaire-review/

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