by Howard Meeks | Jan 29, 2020 | Home inspection, Uncategorized
Dirty a/c coils can cause all sorts of issues with a hvac system. Keeping these key components clean of dirt & dust will go along way in making sure your system keeps working properly. One thing I make sure I do on every inspection is to take a photo of the a/c...
by Howard Meeks | Oct 31, 2019 | Home inspection, Uncategorized
For many home buyers the thought of getting a home inspection doesn’t even cross their minds. They assume since the home is new that it doesn’t need one. Or they may think that their uncle who is a HVAC technician can look it over. What most people...
by Howard Meeks | Oct 21, 2019 | Home inspection, Uncategorized
GFCI outlets and their function can be a bit of a mystery for some. As a home inspector I can see a look of confusion when I say “The bathroom’s do not have GFCI outlets”. I will usually follow this up with “The outlets that have the little...
by Howard Meeks | Aug 19, 2019 | Home inspection, Uncategorized
When I inspect a home, often the clients will want to know the AC tonnage. They think that if a unit isn’t large enough, that it will never turn off and will make it hard for the home to cool down. While a simple fomula of so and so sq/ft of living space needs...
by Howard Meeks | Aug 15, 2019 | Home inspection, IAQ Testing
Leaking ductwork is one of the biggest energy users in a home. As a home inspector I often come across ducts that are in poor conditions inside an attic. Most of the time the owner of the home is not aware. Homeowners give little thought to leaking ductwork since it...
by Howard Meeks | Jul 26, 2019 | 4 Point Inspection, Home inspection, Uncategorized
PEX plumbing has been around for quite a while now. It is a widely used material in residential and commercial plumbing. Builders love using it due to its ease of install compaired to other materials such as copper or cpvc. Builders also love it since its much...