Inspecting Wood Shingle and Shake Roofs – Although asphalt shingles are the most commonly used roofing material in the United States, another type of roofing material the home inspector may encounter is wood shingles or wood shakes. Wood shingles are sawn, lie flat on one another, and are thinner and more uniform than wood shakes. Wood […]
Smoke Detectors and Smoke Detector Location – A properly installed and maintained smoke alarm is the only thing in your home that can alert you and your family to a fire 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Industry experts at the NFPA have determined that in a typical home fire, you only have three […]
Inspecting basement egress rescue openings – It should be no surprise that there are specific requirements for basement egress windows and rescue openings. As a home inspector, it is important to familiarize yourself with these requirements. Local regulations and codes vary across the country, so be sure to familiarize yourself with the requirements in your area […]
Water Heaters That Are Installed in Garages – You may live in an area of the country where the majority of water heaters are located in the garage. It is acceptable to have water heaters in the garage but there are some things that you need to be aware of. The authority on determining what the […]
How to Reduce your Heating Costs? During the cold months we all feel the pinch of the cost of heating our homes. There are many things we can do to lower our heating bills. While some of these may cost money, there are simply and effective ways to lower your heating bills that do not cost […]
15039 Nottingham Way, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 is a Single Family Residence located in Riverside County, California. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2.0 bathrooms, and approximately 1,717 square feet of interior space. This home for sale at 15039 Nottingham Way was built in 1974 and sits on a 7,841 square foot lot. – Description […]
891 El Placer Rd Palm Springs CA 92264 – This is a Single-Family Home located at 891 El Placer Road, Palm Springs CA. 891 El Placer Rd has 3 beds, 1 ½ bath, and approximately 1,334 square feet. The property has a lot size of 6,098 sq. ft and was built in 1977. The average list […]
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10 Easy Ways to Save Energy in Your Home. Most people don’t know how easy it is to make their homes run on less energy, and here at Signature Home Services, we want to change that. Drastic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes, most of which homeowners can […]
Home Inspection Reports: What to Expect. Influenced by the changes in the economic and legal environments over the past 30 years, home inspection reports have changed to accommodate increased consumer expectations, and to provide more extensive information and protection to both inspectors and their clients. Development of Standards Prior to the mid-1970s, inspection reports followed […]
Inspecting Garages for Proper Fire Separation. Unlike separations that exist between dwelling units, the separation between the residence and garage in not a fire resistance rated assembly. Numerous potential hazards exist within garages because occupants of dwelling units tend to store a variety of hazardous materials there. Along with this and the potential for CO build […]
When inspecting an older home, the home inspector may come across the original old wiring and knob & tube wiring when the home was built. A high number of electrical fires can occur in these older homes. Having proper over-current protection can help prevent insulation failures, though in some cases time and exposure can take […]
Buying a house in Rancho Santa Margarita is a huge investment and you already know that you need a home inspection to understand the condition of the house and to protect your investment. We are the number one Rancho Santa Margarita home inspection company and have served this area for several years. Why are we […]
According to The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, more than 2 million decks are built and replaced each year in North America. InterNACHI estimates that of the 45 million existing decks, ONLY 40% are completely safe. One of the most common defects I see during Orange County deck inspection is wood-to-ground contact causing rot […]
Huntington Beach, or Surf City is one of the most desirable cities in the world to live. Home to world-renowned surf competitions, beach weather and fun in the sun, it’s no wonder why it’s such a hot spot. Real estate is always desired in Huntington—one of the very reasons why properties hold their value. Even […]
