In a home, an electrical panel is the central distribution point for all of the electricity that enters your families’ abode. They are typically installed in utility rooms, garages and basements. An electrical panel is where you will find breaker switches for different appliances and outlets in your home, and allows a homeowner the power […]
At Smith & Smith Home Inspections of Murfreesboro, TN, we know the importance of thoroughly inspecting an attic. In this blog post, I will focus on some of the main defects and problem areas to look for, and where to look for them. Due to the tons of videos posted online of homeowners falling through […]
As the owner and lead home inspector for Smith & Smith Home Inspections, I’ve inspected thousands of houses. The main concerns I have when inspecting a property is to find all fire hazards, safety hazards and anything that would put the home occupants at risk. Rental properties are where I usually find a high number […]
For the past five years, as owner of Smith & Smith Home Inspections of Murfreesboro TN, houses I’ve observed that have had their gutter and downspout systems in disrepair for many years have foundation and crawl space issues, that could have easily been avoided. When it comes to maintaining your home’s condition, making sure rainwater […]
Here at Smith & Smith Home Inspections of Murfreesboro TN, there are common defects and problem areas that we find in crawl spaces, no matter the age of the house. An advantage of purchasing a home with a crawl space is that your home inspector can see the condition of the house’s bottom plates, rim […]
Here at Smith & Smith Home Inspections, our home inspector 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 outlets and removing the […]
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 […]