The post previous to this was about water heater Deadband. This post is related in that it shows us another way that deadband affects use of hot water and the safety concerns posed by deadband. How difficult can it be to figure out what the water temperature in a home is? In the State of Washington, […]
What is the “actual” water temperature in my home really? Read More »
By Andrew Hill @ www.NewHomeSource.com. Contrary to some mistaken ideas, going green doesn’t have to be strange and uncomfortable, and it definitely doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, many green ideas are designed to increase your comfort and to save you money. Don’t believe us? Well then consider these fun, cost-effective ways to make
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After the devastating Northridge earthquake in 1994 which cost $44 billion in losses, insurance companies restricted the issuance of policies to cover earthquakes for fear of not being able to pay out again. In 1996 the state established the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) to fill the gap. It is non-profit, publicly funded and privately managed,
Los Angeles Homeowners, Do You Have Earthquake Insurance? If Not, Why Not? Read More »
You are thinking for remodeling your Los Angeles home but don’t quite know what to do that will get you the best bang for your buck. Houselogic.com recently put together a list of 7 remodeling projects that make the most sense. So what do they think are the most important? Value Siding Vinyl siding is inexpensive,
Thinking of Remodeling your Los Angeles Home? What Should you Concentrate On? Read More »
O.K. you Los Angeles dog lovers. Love them but don’t allow them to bark incessantly. The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously yesterday to impose fines on owners of dogs who bark excessively. What is excessively? More than 10 minutes at a time or on and off for a 30-minute period. This also applies to
Los Angeles Barking Dog Ordinance Amended. And it isn’t Good Read More »
The business can be quite entertaining at times! I was inspecting the garage door at an Encinitas, CA home. A new door opener had been recently installed. When I tested the photo sensors, the door did not reverse, so I traced the sensor wires and found they were not connected. I looked up at the
“Four Tips For Garage Door Safety”- Home Inspector Read More »
If you’re having a new patio installed at your home, be sure your concrete contractor knows the required clearance to be maintained from the stucco weep screed. I consistently see improper patio installations while conducting throughout Riverside and San Diego Counties here in southern California. Let me explain what a weep screed is. The majority of
Does Your Weep Screed Weep?- Home Inspector Read More »
Single-strand aluminum wiring was installed in many homes built in the mid 1960’s to early 1970’s. After a decade of use, inherent weaknesses were discovered with the wiring. Neglected aluminum wiring connections become increasingly dangerous over time and may overheat and create a fire hazard. A good home inspector will always recommend that single-strand aluminum
My Home Inspector Said Aluminum Wiring Will Catch My House On Fire! Read More »
These home inspection tips show how to protect the siding and foundation of your Los Angeles home. Whether your home is built on a slab or a raised foundation, it comes in contact with the soil at some point. The foundation is obviously in contact with the ground, but all siding materials should have adequate clearance from the ground
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These are wonderful tips for repairing your cracked driveway, from Russel Ray. Invariably when I do an inspection in an older neighborhood, my Client will ask me about the cracked concrete in the driveway (and the garage, the patios and porches, and the walkways). Following are my Top 10 ways to repair your cracked concrete
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