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Avoid DIY Renovation Mistakes. Tips from Your California Home Inspector
By avoiding some of the most common DIY renovation mistakes, you may ensure that a home inspection won’t cause undue stress and the planning and production phases go smoothly.
New Flood Hazard Zone Maps Being Released in Alameda County
Homeowners should contact their insurance agent to confirm whether a change in their coverage is needed as future NHD reports will include updated flood zone maps.
Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) Extended | Guest Blog by California Attorney
As a California home inspection company we keep apprised of changes in our local real estate markets. David Hamerslough will discuss the new Geographic Targeting Order issued for Santa Clara, San…
What is the Difference between Home Insurance and Home Warranty?
As a homeowner, you get home insurance to protect against fire, water and other significant property damage. You can also buy a home warranty… Here are some insights from your California…
Home Inspector’s Tips to Declutter Your Home in a Day
When you need to get your home ready for a home inspection, for sale, or simply have house guests on the way, you might realize that you’ve been letting clutter build…
Natural Hazard Disclosure Company Offers Earthquake Preparedness Tips
Does Your California Natural Hazard Disclosure Report Show Significant Earthquake Risk? With tornadoes and hurricanes, there is often some advanced warning, even if it may only be a matter of minutes.…
But The Seller Lied… | Guest Blog by California Attorney
Buyers have closed escrow and are introducing themselves to their new neighbor. The neighbor asks the buyers whether the sellers disclosed that during the listing of the property, a garden hose…
Drone Use on the Rise in California Home Inspection and Real Estate Marketing
Drones are increasingly being used for commercial purposes in a variety of industries. Their value to real estate agents and home inspection companies in particular continues to grow.
Barking Dogs Make Trouble for HOAs and Neighborhood Relations
As a leading California home inspection company we have encountered our fair share of unruly pets. But we only have to spend a few of hours with the noise of a…
