Home Inspection Blog
Tips, guides, and insights about home inspections, home maintenance, and the buying process.
Your Guide to EIFS Inspections
Your home or commercial building is likely one of the largest investments you’ll ever make, and keeping it in top shape is essential for both your peace of mind and your…
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How Buyers Should Prepare for a Home Inspection
Buying a home is an exciting and often life-changing experience–there’s always an emotional thrill that comes with the thought of stepping into your dream home. But before the…
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What’s Included in a Detailed Home Inspection
When it comes to buying or selling a home, one critical step that shouldn’t be overlooked is a professional home inspection. Whether you’re a home buyer, a seller, or a real…
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Gas Fireplace Safety Tips
During chilly evenings, there’s nothing quite like curling up by a crackling fire. While wood-burning fireplaces offer a classic ambiance, indoor gas fireplaces provide a…
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Can I Leave My Pets In The Home During An Inspection?
So, a home inspection has been scheduled, either by you or the buyer – a crucial step towards selling your house. But what about your furry (or feathered) family members? Can…
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Sewer Line Inspection: It’s a Must for Homebuyers
You've found the perfect home: it's got the cozy fireplace, the dream kitchen, and the backyard oasis you've always wanted. But amidst all the excitement of house hunting,…
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The Importance of New Construction Home Inspection
You're on the brink of owning your dream home–a brand new construction, fresh off the builder's lot or your lot, customized to your wishes. But before you sign on the dotted…
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Guide to Home Inspection Scheduling
Congratulations! You're on the brink of purchasing your dream home, a place where memories will be made and futures will unfold. But before you sign, there's a very important…
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How Long Does a Home Inspection Take
Whether you're a seasoned real estate professional or a first-time homebuyer, understanding the home inspection process is crucial. A home inspection offers a valuable snapshot…
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Home Inspection Tips for Pet Owners
As a pet owner, preparing for a home inspection can be a bit challenging. Pets are a beloved part of the family, but they can add certain… complexities to the inspection…
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How to Reduce Radon Exposure in Your Home
As homeowners, ensuring the safety and well-being of our families is a top priority. One often overlooked threat to our health is radon gas, a radioactive gas that can seep…
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How Sellers Should Prepare for a Pre-Listing Home Inspection
A pre-listing home inspection is a critical step in the selling process. It provides a thorough evaluation of the property’s condition, helping your potential buyer make…
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Manual locks on overhead doors with automatic openers
Everyone makes mistakes, but if nothing is learned, it's just a mistake. Making use of the mistake and using it for some positive benefit is better. So we share mistakes to…
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Fall time is gutter cleaning time
Fall leaves clog gutters
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Navigating the new report format – Realtor tutorial
At 45th Parallel Home Inspection, we focus on delivering high-quality inspections and reports. We have changed our reporting software to a more progressive, interactive, and…
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Gutters, downspouts, and drainage
I get feedback from customers and other relevant parties in real estate transactions questioning whether something is really all that relevant. One topic I discuss from time to…
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Gas Fireplace Venting
I decided to write this article because recently, I inspected a home with a gas burning fireplace in the living room that created a potentially dangerous situation and I want…
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