When there’s frost in the attic
Truss Uplift
A few thoughts on knob & tube wiring
Disabled open gas lines should be capped
Air admittance valves (studor vents)
Plumbing vent needs to terminate through the roof
A utility sink with several problems
Furnace condensate pump; to connect or not to connect?
One time I inspected the wrong house
Roof Valleys need gusher guards at gutter intersection
Openings in air return duct within 10 ft of furnace cabinet
HVAC stains, ghosting and thermal bridging
Backflow preventers aren't always required on TISH
A leaky cleanout cap on a basement soil stack
disconnected dryer vent with duct tape
Disconnected exhaust ducts
Water management with unorthodox roof and sagging gutters
Telltale visuals in stucco houses sometimes warrant intrusive probe testing for moisture damage.
If your home inspector finds lead plumbing, don't panic! Watch this video for helpful tips.
Ice Dams can damage your roof; here's a way to manage them.