Top 10 Things You Should Know about Mold

Nothing strikes fear in the hearts and minds of homeowners, home buyers and realtors than the word, “mold.” To help alleviate fear and encourage greater understanding, we would like to share what we believe are the top 10 things you should know about mold: 1 Mold is naturally occurring Mold was here on Earth […]

Jun

2018

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Purchasing A Home with Your ‘Eyes Wide Open’

Are you purchasing a home with your “eyes wide open?” A few weeks ago, we performed an inspection for a homeowner. He was absolutely AMAZED at the level of detail we provided compared to the inspection he had performed by another inspector when he purchased the home. We identified a number of issues that weren’t […]

Jan

2018

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Is Stucco Rotting Your Home?

If you have a stucco on your home, your home may be rotting from the inside out! Specifically, the Exterior Insulating Finish System (EIFS) is causing significant concern in the resale housing market today. Although newer EIFS systems have a built-in drainage system, older EIFS systems did not, which has created moisture and rotting issues […]

Jan

2018

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All Home Inspectors Are Not Equal!

Home Inspectors Are Not Equal! Earlier this week, we performed a home inspection for a client buying a home. A few years earlier, the client had used another home inspector and was clearly AMAZED at the Housebusters’ difference. While the other inspector had provided a check-list type of report, Housebusters provided him with […]

Jan

2018

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When Is Mold A Problem?

When Is Mold a Problem? Since man has been on this earth, he has lived with mold. Mold has always been found in man’s environment, in caves where man lived, in primitive structures, log cabins and probably even in the wagons that crossed America’s prairies. Mold is not a problem unless you’re allergic or if […]

Jan

2018

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What Type of Mold Do You Have Growing in Your Bedroom?

Does Your Home Have Mold? Mold. No word strikes more fear in today’s health-conscience homeowner or home buyer than hearing this four-letter word. The fact is that nearly every home in America has mold in one form or another growing inside the living area. Mold can be found in moist bathrooms and even on older […]

Jan

2018

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Home Inspector: Trusted ‘Doctor’ for Your Home

Why is your home inspector like a trusted “doctor” for your home? I am very fortunate to have had quality medical care throughout my life. This has allowed me to remain very healthy and extremely active. I have sincerely appreciated the sound advice provided to me by experienced medical professionals, who not only accurately diagnosed […]

Dec

2017

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Do You Have A ‘Real’ Office?

Earlier this week, we were asked by a potential client, “Do you have a real office?” The client told us that after talking with us he actually drove by our office early one morning to ensure that we are a “real business.” After this question was asked, we realized that most home inspectors don’t have […]

Dec

2017

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Top 5 Issues Missed by Home Inspectors – Issue #5

This is the fifth in a series of articles examining the top five issues often overlooked by inexperienced home inspectors. This week we discuss “Moisture Issues.” Issue #5 – Moisture Issues Most home inspectors will quickly inspect crawl spaces and basements for standing water, but few will take the time and effort to perform […]

Nov

2017

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Top 5 Issues Missed by Home Inspectors – Issue #4

Of all the issues overlooked by inexperienced home inspectors, none creates more anxiety for homeowners and home buyers than “Foundation Issues.” Unfortunately, many home inspectors do not have the expertise to adequately and accurately identify or address foundation issues. Issue #4 – Foundation Issues An inexperienced home inspector may completely overlook potentially serious foundation […]