Category: Home Inspections
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Construction Worker Shortage Drives Up Costs and Slows Growth
The Bay Area and Sacramento housing markets are booming once again. Factors driving that trend: Home prices are consistently rising as demand remains strong. State and municipal initiatives to encourage denser housing are also raising demand for buildable lots near mass transit hubs. People who commute into the Bay Area from the San Joaquin and…
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New Earthquake Fault Maps Released for Napa Area
Earthquakes are certainly the most famous natural hazard for homeowners in California. The risk varies depending on your location. In Northern California, the nine Bay Area counties are more prone to shaking than in the Sacramento area, but earthquakes are a fact of life statewide and could have an impact on your choice of property.…
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New State Law SB442 (The Pool Safety Act) Mandates Expanded Safeguards for Home Swimming Pools or Spa
Home Inspectors in California have additional requirements to assess when inspecting a single-family residence with a swimming pool or spa. Based on a new law that went into effect on January 1st, 2018, Home Inspectors must now perform a visual, noninvasive inspection of seven specific drowning prevention safety features for each pool area. This bill…
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Tips to Speed Up the Sale of Your Home
If, after several months of sitting on the market your Sacramento or Bay Area home isn’t selling, the problem could be easier to fix than you might suspect! there may be a variety of reasons for potential buyers not responding favorably. These could range from limited showing availability, to an unrealistic asking price, to a…
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Keeping Your Gutters and Downspouts Healthy!
It’s easy to forget that your roof’s gutters serve a function until they actually stop functioning. If your downspouts or gutters stop working properly or become clogged, you could soon be faced with multiple problems. The resultant issues may range from moderate to severe depending on how quickly the issue is addressed.
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Get Rid of Your Insects and Pests!
Once pests have taken residence in your home, they can multiply astonishingly fast. This can disrupt the daily routine of your household, and may also endanger your health and well-being.
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Speeding Up Your Real Estate Transaction With A Pre-Listing Home Inspection
An important part of the home buying process is the completion of a home inspection. This process allows the buyers to better understand the value of the home. In addition, sellers can better understand potential improvements needed to increase their property value. While completing a home inspection is a crucial component of buying a new…
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Things to Consider When Reviewing Your Home Inspection Report
When you are hunting for a new home hiring a qualified home inspector can play a key role in your decision making process. A home inspection can provide important information for potential home buyers. However, it is important to understand what you should expect from your home inspector. When you review your home inspection report…
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Why Home Inspections Benefit Both Buyers and Sellers
Whether you are buying or selling a home, this process is a major transaction that greatly affects both sides. Thus, it is absolutely crucial that various steps are taken in order to ensure that both parties are completely content with the entire process. One of these important steps is to provide a home inspection, more…