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Found a snake in the garage.
Jul 11 min read
A Serious Safety Hazard Found—And a Grateful Homeowner
Carbon Monoxide Hazard During a recent home inspection, I uncovered a major safety concern that could have put lives at risk. The gas...
Jun 181 min read
Altering A Truss Is A Bad Idea
At a recent inspection in Flatonia, Texas, I found that the garage trusses had been altered—weakening their ability to support the roof....
Jun 101 min read
Ceiling Stains?
Ceiling stains often signal water intrusion, even when the mark is faint. In the photo above, the stain was barely noticeable until I...
Jun 31 min read
How's Your Home Wiring?
During a recent home inspection in Flatonia, I came across active knob and tube wiring in the attic—still supplying power to the home....
May 261 min read
Green Stuff On The Roof?
During a recent inspection, I identified significant areas of green organic growth on the roof. While it might not seem urgent at first...
May 131 min read
Plan Ahead When Adding On to Your Home
This photo was taken in a beautifully finished master suite that was added on to the original home—a smart investment that added both...
May 61 min read
Hot Exhaust Flues
A common safety hazard I often encounter in homes from is the improper installation of gas appliance exhaust flues, specifically when...
Apr 291 min read
Check Your Gutters
A Friendly Reminder: Don't forget to check your gutters! Keeping them clear of leaves and debris is an important part of protecting your...
Apr 221 min read
Is There Debris On Your Roof?
Pictured is the roof of a home in La Grange. The debris in the picture is just one many deficient items I discovered for my client. While...
Apr 111 min read
Check Your Blocks
This past week, I conducted an inspection in Eagle Lake, approximately 45 minutes from La Grange. The property was a pier and beam home...
Mar 301 min read
Where Does Your Stove's Vent Hood Exhaust?
During the recent inspection of a newly constructed home, I observed that the stovetop vent hood was discharging into the attic rather...
Mar 231 min read
Exposed Electrical Wiring
As illustrated in this photo from a recent La Grange home inspection, exposed wires are one of the most common safety hazards found in...
Mar 111 min read
Septic Lid Safety
During a recent septic inspection in the Schulenburg area, I observed that many of the tank lids were missing a significant number of...
Mar 41 min read
Dangerous Wires
As I inspect homes in La Grange and surrounding areas, I often discover dangerous electrical conditions that the owners are unaware of. ...
Feb 111 min read
Slippery Sidewalks
As I inspect homes in La Grange and the surrounding towns, I frequently observe gutter downspouts discharging water onto sidewalks,...
Feb 41 min read
Are Your Electrical Panels Labeled?
Properly labeling your electrical panels is both helpful and essential. During inspections, H&H frequently encounters homes with one or...
Jan 151 min read
COVER PLATES ARE IMPORTANT
Electrical cover plates are essential safety components in any home. During inspections, H&H frequently identifies receptacles and light...
Jan 71 min read
Look Behind Your Tub/Shower
Many homes have access panels in the wall that provide a view of the structure, plumbing, and occasionally electrical components. It's...
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Is Your Electrical Panel Safe?
If your home was built or renovated before the 1990s, it may be equipped with a Federal Pacific electrical panel . These panels, along...
Dec 17, 20241 min read
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