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Why Do Brand-New Homes Still Need Inspections?
Yes, a brand-new home still needs an independent inspection, because new construction has defects just like any other home. A fresh build can hide missed framing connections, plumbing leaks, electrical…
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What if There’s Coliform Bacteria in Your Well Water?
A positive coliform test means your well water could be contaminated and should not be assumed safe to drink until you confirm and fix the problem. Coliform bacteria are a…
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What Is Considered a Safe Radon Level in a Home?
The short answer: No level of radon exposure is completely risk-free. While the EPA recommends taking action when indoor radon reaches 4 pCi/L (picocuries per liter) or higher, any exposure…
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Why Do NC Buyers Need a Pre-Purchase Home Inspection?
A pre-purchase home inspection gives you an independent, professional look at the true condition of a home before you’re legally committed to buying it. For buyers in North Carolina, it’s…
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Should You Encapsulate Your North Carolina Crawl Space?
North Carolina homeowners know that summer humidity is no joke. When the air gets heavy in the Piedmont, that moisture often settles in the lowest parts of your house. You…
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Why You Need a Yearly Home Inspection for Your NC Home
Owning a home in Central North Carolina is a major investment and a point of pride for families from Greensboro to Raleigh. Whether you live in a historic bungalow in…
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Is Low Water Pressure in Your House a Red Flag?
You turn on the shower and get a sad little trickle. Or the kitchen faucet blasts you like a fire hose. Either way, something feels off. And if you are…
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Is Your Kitchen Sink Clogged or Is It a Bigger Problem?
You finish rinsing the dinner dishes and notice the water just sits there, swirling slowly and refusing to drain. Sound familiar? A kitchen sink clogged with grease, food buildup, or…
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Different Types of Roof Shingles and Their Common Defects
Your roof protects your home from rain, wind, heat, and moisture every day. Because of that, it plays a major role during a home inspection. Because of this, roofing issues…
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Common Drywall Textures Inspectors See & Why They Matter
Drywall textures show up in nearly every home inspection. While many homeowners see them as a design choice, inspectors view drywall textures as part of the home’s overall condition story….
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