Mistake #1: Assuming unaffordability. Many believed owning their desired home was unattainable, but now enjoy a new lifestyle due to the equity in their homes. Real estate values consistently rise, making homeownership a smart financial decision. Even with limited funds…
As a member of the International Association of Certified Air Consultants (www.iac2.org) stringent standards and practices are followed when undertaking a mould inspection. Here are five important things you need to know about mould: 1. Definition and Types: Mould is…
When you’re buying or selling a property, it’s important to know the difference between a building inspector and a home inspector. While both professionals inspect properties, they have different areas of expertise and focus. In this blog post, we’ll dive…
Recently, I have had the opportunity to inspect several homes in the Durban greater area, whose foundations, have been designed to create what we call a crawlspace. They consist of short foundation walls that stand on footings. Typically the walls…
Thermal scanning, also phrased as infrared thermography, is a non-invasive method of detecting temperature variations in a building or structure. It is an important tool for a property inspection because it can reveal issues that may not be visible to…
This outlines a basic checklist or procedure for examining the exterior in a home inspection. Typically, home inspectors initiate their inspections by evaluating the roof and exterior components. Initiate the exterior inspection by observing the home from the street or…