When buying, selling or performing routine maintenance on a home with a slab, it’s important to be able to identify damaged and/or future problem areas. The slab is the base upon which the entire structure sits, and any defects can lead to significant, costly repairs down the road. At Smith & Smith Home Inspections, we […]
When it comes to buying or selling a home, having a comprehensive understanding of the property is crucial. A home inspection is a vital step in this process, and using advanced technology, such as thermal imaging, can make a significant difference. At Smith & Smith Home Inspections in Murfreesboro, TN, we’re proud to offer thermal […]
Owning a home is a dream come true for many, but it comes with responsibilities that extend beyond mortgage payments and maintenance. One of the most critical aspects of homeownership is ensuring the safety of your property and loved ones from potential hazards, such as house fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), […]
Termites, those tiny, silent destroyers, can wreak havoc on your home if left unchecked. Often, they infest a property long before any visible signs emerge, making prevention and early detection crucial. In this blog post, we’ll provide a simple guide on how the average homeowner can inspect their home for termites, empowering you to safeguard […]
At Smith & Smith Home Inspections of Murfreesboro, TN, we strive to inspect every square foot of your home’s crawl space. Your home’s crawl space might be out of sight, but it’s definitely not out of mind when it comes to protecting your property. Often overlooked, crawl spaces can be susceptible to various issues like […]
At Smith & Smith Home Inspections of Murfreesboro, TN we offer 48 hour radon monitoring. Radon is a gas that is created when the uranium in the soil underneath a home decays into radioactive atoms, then seeps into the home through cracks in the foundation, crawl spaces, and basements. Radon is considered a Group A […]
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 […]