When searching for a home, some people have a basement as one of their must-haves. Fortunately, in most states, a basement is in a majority of the homes. However, a buyer then needs to decide…
Have you ever heard of eaves on a house and wondered what they are? Well, eaves are on the roof of a home and they hang over the edge of the roof and over the…
Homes have either a septic system and a well for the water supply or they have sewer and city water. It is important you know which one a home has that you are considering purchasing…
High levels of radon in the home are dangerous to you and your family. Did you know that 1 in 5 American homes have radon that is above the EPA recommended level? That is a…
Summertime temperatures along with humidity bring wind and storms in the afternoons. Leaves blow around, along with other debris and land in the gutters on the home. Fall and winter are worse as the weather…
When choosing a home to live in, you might hear that there is "septic" or "sewer" for the home. Septic systems are said to be easier to maintain and save you money. However, it is…
Buying a commercial property is exciting! Planning the design, tenants who will occupy the building, and the people walking in and out of the doors is thrilling. In addition, hopefully, you will also have additional…
Commercial properties are buildings or land that usually generate a profit. Examples of commercial properties are a business, a multi-family housing building, a warehouse, a medical center, or a mall to name a few. Though…
Standards for Commercial Building Inspections A professional engineer or inspection company should always reference a standard of practice (SOP) when performing a commercial building inspection. A commercial SOP should be used on any property with…
Most purchasers of commercial property forget that a commercial building must remain protected in the evening. Indeed, vandalism, theft, and other types of property damage are a constant issue for commercial buildings that are left…