Flushmate recall: Exploding toilet tanks cause injuries Flushmate is recalling more than 1.4 million toilet-flushing systems due to complaints that the units can explode, with reports of people being injured and property damage, according to federal safety officials. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/flushmate-recall-exploding-toilet-tanks-cause-injuries-property-damage/?fbclid=IwAR2Esc2Le2k4EvRnTDUOVzwKWRDe8AI0p7jCxlqLTopyj2XwDBS_J-TK_aI
Well this is a perfectly good day to rant about the poor quality of home inspectors out there. I’m inspecting a home that another inspector had looked at previously. I was given a copy of his report and started going through it. The inspector was certified but seemed to be completely incompetent. He was concerned about an unsupported front porch which turned out to be unsubstantiated, yet missed other structural…
Your focus changes during the warm weather months. Your backyard becomes your new living room and the most memorable evenings are spent outdoors with friends and loved ones. This is provided, of course, that you have the perfect space for such gatherings. If you don’t, not to worry, the right project can get you there. DIY was made for goals such as this, and a simple weekend project can recreate…
It is important to have your roof inspected on a regular basis to prevent small problems from becoming larger problems. This picture shows the Boot at the plumbing vent has split. Over time this can leak and cause damage to the interior of your house. This could all be avoided by having the roof looked at occasionally.
Windows need to be flashed in a specific way to prevent water intrusion into the wall system. One of the most important types of window flashing is something called “head flashing”. This type of flashing is located at the top of the window trim. It starts out underneath the siding and then it’s wrapped over the top of the window trim. This is very important to prevent wind driven rain…
This compactor passed by this morning’s inspection. times have changed since my time in construction
This is a great idea to get maximum value for your home when it is time to sell. HomeBinder Home Seller Report
Today I began my relationship with a company called HomeBinder. I am excited out working with them because they are a great fit for my company and my belief that home ownership can be a life changing experience. Learn more here: https://www.homebinder.com/.
This week I am at ASHI Inspectionworld learning more about the fascenating world of Home Inspection continuing education.