Steve Mangekian, Author at Alpha Building Inspections

Home Maintenance

Are Ceiling Downrods Universal

Ceiling fans are a nice addition to a home. Not only do they help save money on electricity because you don't have to use the HVAC as much, but they can also cool down an…

Steve MangekianJune 29, 2021

Foundation

What You Need to Know About Concrete Vapor Barrier

When building or buying a home, we always think that the builder will make sure everything is done properly. The builder will take care and make the home like it was their own. However, sometimes…

Steve MangekianJune 3, 2021

Furnace

8 Reasons Your Furnace Won’t Turn On

We know it gets cold here in the northeast in the winter and when the temperatures drop, we expect the furnace to click on and warm up the home. But what if it doesn't go…

Steve MangekianMay 21, 2021

Electrical

Cloth Wiring: Do You Need To Replace It?

Most of the wiring found in homes is coated in plastic and this is standard and common practice. However, homes built in the 1950s-70s or even rewired during that time used cloth wiring. This is…

Steve MangekianMay 10, 2021

Roof

How to Kill Moss on a Roof

Fairytales often will show moss on the roofs to add to the scenery in the movie. We always think it looks nice in the movies and adds to the story, however, in real life, it…

Steve MangekianApril 20, 2021

Plumbing

Bathtub Faucet Won’t Turn Off: What to Do

You just came in from a hard day at work and you are ready to get into your oasis to soak. The water is at the level you need and you turn the bathtub faucet.…

Steve MangekianApril 7, 2021

Hot Tub

Hot Tub Maintenance: What You Need to Know

Hot tubs are great to have as an addition to your back patio or deck. They are cheaper than a swimming pool and give you a place to relax and chill. Some people will add…

Steve MangekianMarch 25, 2021

Well

Well Inspection: What to Expect

Many people who live in rural areas have a water well and septic system. Both need an inspection and maintenance. The EPA estimates that over 13 million households have private wells for water. Health and…

Steve MangekianMarch 5, 2021

Commercial Building Inspections

What Are Property Condition Assessments

When you are purchasing a building or commercial property, you want to make sure you know the condition of all major structural and mechanical components. A building can have expensive issues that show up after…

Steve MangekianFebruary 24, 2021

Home Maintenance

Do Outdoor Faucet Covers Work

When winter comes, especially here in the Northeast, it is important that we are ready. Not just with making sure the HVAC works or reversing the fans, but also that our outdoor faucets are ready. …

Steve MangekianFebruary 9, 2021

Steve Mangekian

Are Ceiling Downrods Universal

What You Need to Know About Concrete Vapor Barrier

8 Reasons Your Furnace Won’t Turn On

Cloth Wiring: Do You Need To Replace It?

How to Kill Moss on a Roof

Bathtub Faucet Won’t Turn Off: What to Do

Hot Tub Maintenance: What You Need to Know

Well Inspection: What to Expect

What Are Property Condition Assessments

Do Outdoor Faucet Covers Work

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