Homeguard Blog
6 Things Homeowners Should Do to Prepare for Their Home Inspection
Preparing for your home inspection in advance allows the homeowner to ensure that there are no surprises or inconveniences when your home inspector arrives.
Natural Hazard Disclosure Report Improvements
HomeGuard Inc has made some changes to our Natural Hazard Disclosure (NHD) Reports. See what’s been changed and see our NHD Sample Report.
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Home Inspector and What Makes HomeGuard Different
All Home Inspections are Not Created Equal. What questions should you ask your home inspector company to determine if they are the right ones for you.
A Pre-Winter Roof Inspection Can Save You a Major Headache
It is important for homeowners to perform regular roof inspections, especially before winter weather sets in, as rain and wind make it tricky and expensive.
The Termite Home Invasion Timeline
There is a reason the termite is known as ‘the secret destroyer’. This is because it latches onto areas of weakness and eats its way into wood, paper products, and pretty…
First Time Homebuyers: Understanding Home Inspection
An inspector should examine the home and give a report of his or her findings. Here’s what a Northern California home inspection typically includes in a report.
Top 5 Non-PACE Alternatives You Should Consider
PACE clean energy programs finance energy efficiency upgrades, but new mortgage policies may end that. Our NHD inspections include PACE disclosure.
What to Look for in a Roof Inspection
Your roof does more than protect your home from the elements, so what does an expert roof inspection look for to evaluate the state of the roof covering.
Do I Need an Inspection on a New Home?
“Yes”, is the simple answer, I recommend a home inspection on any new home. “Why?”, well, homes are built as quickly as possible with up to 12 subcontractors working on them, sometimes hundreds at…
