Month: June 2021
Kitchen Home Inspection Checklist: Part 3
In our third and final installment of what a home inspector looks for when checking out a kitchen, we explore common defects found with built-in microwaves, cabinetry, drawers, garbage disposals, and countertops. As we’ve noted in previous posts covering GFCIs, dishwashers, ovens, kitchen exhaust systems, and ranges, home inspectors perform basic functionality and observational assessments […]
Get a Pre-Purchase Plumbing Home Inspection in Pittsburgh Before You End Up All Wet
When in the market to purchase a home, a quality-installed and properly functioning plumbing system should rank at the top of your must-haves. It’s no secret that water, whether rushing or dripping, can be a home’s worst enemy. Be sure to hire a home inspector in Pittsburgh with the experience and training to identify both […]
Home Maintenance Inspections: Your Weapon Against Costly Surprises
You take your car in for regular oil changes and winter checkups. You wouldn’t think about skipping your six-month teeth cleaning appointment. You may not enjoy your annual doctor’s physical (who does?), but it’s always circled on the calendar and you attend it religiously. But what about your house? Doesn’t it deserve the same regular […]