Best Practice Deck Installation
Properly installed decks prevent water damage, settling, and injury to the home. Decks are generally considered temporary structures with a 25-year life expectancy before renovation
How Old is My Water Heater or Boiler?
The age of your water heater can be identified by the serial number. Use our guide to learn the age of any water heater.
Determine the Age of your Heat Pump, AC, or Furnace
A quick reference guide to determine the age of your heat pump, AC or furnace based on the serial number codes (because most units do not clearly display the year).
New Construction Home Builders: Spec vs. Custom vs. Tract vs. Manufactured
Buyers of new construction homes typically have 4 options: Tract Homes Spec Homes Custom Homes Manufactured Homes Rating the types of new construction homes In
Guide for WNC Homebuyers
This collection of articles, written by a Home Inspection Pro, is a guide written especially for WNC homebuyers but these same principles apply to all
Quick Reference: Siding and Trim
This article includes abbreviated information on the following categories of siding/trim: Masonry Siding Wood Siding/Trim Fiber Cement Siding/Trim Vinyl/PVC Siding/Trim Masonry Siding Masonry includes CMU,
Trailer Parks- Buying, Selling, or Maintaining
The term trailer can be misleading but ‘trailers’ are generally considered recreational vehicles or personal property. In practice the term ‘Trailer Parks’ may contain RVs,
Buying a Condo or Townhouse
https://youtu.be/Su3bzgmmPEc Condos and Townhomes are a good option for buyers who are attracted to: Living in a community Governing rules and regulations that protect the
Buying a House 25 Years or Older
Homes tend to fall into predictable patterns based on age. One of the most important considerations to look for in homes 25 years or older
Buying a Remote House
Our area is a popular destination for people looking to buy a house in a quiet, private, remote location with unspoiled views of nature. The
