Home Inspector Blog

Every home has minor imperfections, but certain issues appear frequently during inspections throughout Georgia. Climate, humidity, and heavy rainfall contribute to many of these problems. Here are 10 of the most common findings during home inspections. 1. Roof Damage Storms, age, and improper installation can lead to damaged shingles. 2. Poor Drainage Water pooling near foundations can lead to moisture intrusion. 3. HVAC Maintenance Issues Many systems simply haven’t been ser

Every home has minor imperfections, but certain issues appear frequently during inspections throughout Georgia. Climate, humidity, and heavy rainfall contribute to many of these problems. Here are 10 of the most common findings during home inspections. Common Inspection Findings 1. Roof Damage Storms, age, and improper installation can lead to damaged shingles. 2. Poor Drainage Water pooling near foundations can lead to moisture intrusion. 3. HVAC Maintenance Issues Many syst

As the weather warms up across Metro Atlanta, spring is the perfect time to give your home a little attention. Georgia’s winters are generally mild, but seasonal rain, temperature swings, and humidity can still take a toll on your home’s systems and structure. A little preventative maintenance now can help you avoid costly repairs later, and keep your home running efficiently throughout the year. As a professional home inspector serving the Atlanta metro area, here are some o

1) Roof, gutters & drainage (water is enemy #1) Clean gutters and downspouts ; flush with a hose. Ensure downspouts extend 6–10 ft  away...

Georgia’s heat and humidity create ideal conditions for mold growth—often in places you rarely see (crawl spaces, attics, behind walls,...

A roof that is nearly level or slightly sloped is called a low-slope roof. No roof should be actually level and flat. It must have at...

According to the InterNACHI® Home Inspection Standards of Practice (www.nachi.org/sop), the inspector shall inspect the roof-covering...

All gutters need to be kept clean. They should slope uniformly, without sags, to downspouts. Gutter and downspout materials are usually...