by Colin Wilson | Aug 17, 2020 | Energy Efficiency, Insulation
I want to tell you about a ghost that may be in your house. You may have even seen it, but didn’t know what it was. Now I know you’re probably thinking, “Come on now, everybody knows ghosts aren’t real.” (If you aren’t, then that’s a whole different discussion.)...
by Colin Wilson | Apr 11, 2020 | Home Buying
This weeks blog post comes from our friend Christy Rakoczy at Lendedu.com. Christy is a personal finance and legal writer who’s work has been featured on CNN Money, MSN Money, Yahoo Finance, USA Today, and more. In her latest article, “How Much House Can I...
by Colin Wilson | Apr 5, 2020 | Healthy Home
When inspecting older homes, I frequently come across building materials that are suspected to contain asbestos fibers. (Only proper testing by a qualified laboratory can determine if asbestos is actually present.) As such, I strive to provide my clients with the most...
by Colin Wilson | Jun 7, 2019 | Electrical
As part of every home inspection, I open up the electric panel to see what’s going on inside. I’m looking for any problems with the wiring or panel itself. One problem I come across quite often is double tapped neutrals. There seems to be confusion surrounding this...
by Colin Wilson | Apr 18, 2019 | Electrical
Lights generate a lot of heat when they are in use. This heat can be a safety hazard in certain situations where recessed lighting is used. Understanding the difference between IC rated and non-IC rated recessed lighting will help you identify possible fire hazards in...
