Here at Smith & Smith Home Inspections, our home inspector (me, myself and I) performs complete home inspections that cover the Grounds, Roof, Exterior, Garage, Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Interior Components, Basement, Crawl Space, Attic, HVAC System, Plumbing, and Electrical. When inspecting home electrical systems, there are common electrical defects/problems discovered by checking electrical […]
Due to the high demand, there are home buyers that are being persuaded to opt out of a complete home inspection with report. Most buyers are steered in the direction of getting a walk-through inspection. The competitive real estate market, created by low housing inventory and low-interest rates, has created “brief inspections”. Housing competition is […]
Detecting moisture intrusion problems is one of the main applications for Smith & Smith Home Inspections Murfreesboro using thermal imaging or infrared (IR) cameras. Moisture intrusion may be identified through a basic visual inspection if it has lead to obvious defects, such as staining or mold growth. By the time visible evidence is noticeable, however, […]
Winterization is the process of preparing a home for winter conditions. Performed in the fall before snow and excessive cold have arrived, winterization protects against damage due to bursting water pipes, and from heat loss due to openings in the building envelope. Plumbing System Bursting water pipes during cold weather can create huge damage. A […]
Here are Three Most Common Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid Common Mistake #1: Thinking you can’t afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home of their dreams was simply out of their budget are now enjoying a wonderful lifestyle in their very own homes. Buying a home is one of the smartest […]
Real Estate Inspections: What Matters? Are you in the process of buying or selling a home in Murfreesboro or Middle Tennessee area, and you are stressed out? Home inspections or real estate inspections are expected to give people peace of mind, but often have the opposite effect. You’ll be asked to absorb a lot of […]