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  • Getting a Step Up – Choose The Right Ladder
    Types of Ladders There are several types of attic ladders, including pull-down ladders, telescoping ladders, scissor-style ladders, folding ladders, and electric ladders. Each type has its own features and benefits,… Read more »
  • Who’s Home Inspection Report Is It, Anyway?
    The report wouldn’t have existed unless the client contacted the inspector and contracted for inspection. The client paid for the inspection. Some inspectors claim that their reports are copyrighted. I… Read more »
  • What Happened to My Builder?
    When consulting with clients, I frequently encounter the term “My builder.” As a home inspector, I should clarify that most planned residential communities do not have builders on property. For… Read more »
  • How FIRM is Your Inspection Report?
    How FIRM is your inspection report? I don’t mean to sound confusing, but some home inspection reports now show some deceptive verbiage. Allow me to explain:  The TREC (Texas Real… Read more »
  • Fall is Coming, What About Your Yard?
    Site Safety. Periodically walk around your yard with an eye to safety. Trees And Shrubs. To help minimize or defer wood rot and insect damage in siding and trim, allow… Read more »
  • What’s This House Worth?
    I get that question a lot, but I really don’t know what any given house is worth. The truth is that I inspect a different house every day. I’m licensed… Read more »
  • Home Inspection Notes
    Not Many Log Cabins In North Texas About Log Cabins and Log Home Inspections: Log cabins are unique and many people find them attractive, and somewhat unusual. Log cabins have… Read more »