Everyone who wants to buy a home must have a property inspection done before any final paper is signed. This inspection is not considered a valuation and no qualifying system exists, so a house cannot “fail” one of these inspections. There simply exist to show the buyer what is wrong with the house and give […]

Heating systems operate with several kinds of fuel, some of which are: natural gas, liquid petroleum or butane gas (LP), oil, electricity and solar energy. Some appliances that run on some of the aforementioned fuels under certain circumstances can produce deadly carbon monoxide, however with proper installation and maintenance, are safe to use. Carbon Monoxide, […]

Agricultural Research Service (ARS) of the United States Department of Agriculture has a safety, health and environmental inspection list based on OSHA regulations to help protect workers. The US Department of Commerce also produces an office security and health checklist for employers to make are in compliance with workplace safety standards in the United States […]

Do you have any questions about the process of home inspection? Then you would not be the first. The questions and answers below are provided by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), to help you answer any questions you may have. How much will the inspection of a home cost? Inspection fees for a […]

Before moving to a rental or leaving one, review and review a rental property inspection checklist. Carefully work your down the checklist on your rent and make sure it is met to save time and money in the long run. Home rental lists typically include checking a clean refrigerator, cleaning the floors and fixing anything […]

Becoming a landowner in section 8 allows much more flexibility to find tenants. When you rent your house to landowners in Section 8 of the rent monthly you will be paid directly to you through local housing authorities and the balance will be paid by your tenant. Before renting Section 8 renters, the PHA must […]

Flooding of basements of houses in Queens may occur due to several reasons. In the event that the basement of your home is flooded or even damp, it is necessary to take urgent steps to dry it and carry out the necessary repairs so that the basement is kept dry in the future. This is […]

The current situation of the real estate market offers a unique opportunity for buyers looking for their first home and have the means to do so. The prices have been reduced considerably, there are a large number of properties for sale to choose from and the negotiating ability of the parties involved is very high. […]

Doors provide an exit in case of emergency, but also protect escape routes, keeping them free from fire or smoke. Periodic inspections ensure that they are in perfect working order if necessary. Conduct door inspections monthly and keep a record of inspections and repairs for fire safety inspectors. The regulations vary from state to state, […]

What is an inspection? The standard practice of inspectors requires inspectors to assess the status of a series of components of a home and submit a written report to the buyer. The IPV Inspector performs a detailed examination of the dwelling, which it reviews in its entirety, even in the intermediate areas. Check levels of […]