Ice dams explained
An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms along the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining off the roof. As the snow on the roof melts, the water runs down the roof and refreezes at the edge, forming a dam. As more snow melts, the water builds up behind the dam and can seep under the shingles and cause damage to the house.
Reading your home inspection report
Getting your home inspection report is one of the highly anticipated moments of the real estate transaction. Before you open the report, take a few breaths and remember that no house is perfect. You’re probably going to find a few surprises, and often there’ll be a variety of findings.
Every home has a story. Here are a few tips as you read your home inspection report:
Preparing for inspection day: Be ready for your home inspection
Buying a house is exciting, and it can also be a stressful and complex process. There’s a lot going on, and deadlines usually come quick.
It’s important that you do a bit of research and schedule a home inspection by a trusted, reputable company. Then, follow these steps to make sure you’re fully prepared for inspection day.
Top 20 most common issues found during a home inspection
Based on our experience, we’ve put together a list of the twenty most common deficiencies that we find in homes during our home inspections.
Being aware of the deficiencies we find most frequently in our inspections will prepare you for the sort of things you might come across in your report.
Get your home ready for a home inspection
Home Inspectors decide how well a home has been maintained. If you’re selling your home and a potential buyer has requested a home inspection, there are a few things that you should do to ensure that the inspection process goes well and doesn’t negatively impact the chance of a sale.
Follow these tips so you feel well-prepared for your home inspection and make sure you put your best foot forward as the seller.