November 19, 2020

Today I did an inspection on a home that looked great and all appearances suggested it was in above average condition. However, When I entered the attic I found rodent infestation and a leak around the skylight. In the crawl space I found a non-functional sump pump, standing water and mildew/mold growth on building components as a result.

As a reminder, this is a good time of year to peek your head into the attic and crawl just to have a check especially after heavy rains. Just opening the hatch can sometimes alert you to a problem such as musty ammonia (from rodents) smells or the sound of dripping indicating a leak. I recommend checking you crawl space and attic at least twice a year even if its only sticking your head in.

You may also benefit from an annual or semi annual check up of your home with a qualified home inspector such as myself for the best information as to what may need maintaining around the home.

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Pre-Purchase Inspection Misconception

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As a home inspector in the greater Seattle area, I believe there is a misconception about the term Pre-inspection by some people, especially first-time buyers.

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Snow and your house

January 15, 2020

It’s the snow season in the greater Seattle area and there are some things you should know. In my last blog there are some great ways to prepare for the winter and cold weather. Now that it’s here, there are some things you should keep an eye on.