Why Roof and Siding Clearance Is Essential
Siding manufacturers specify a clearance to asphalt shingles and flat roofs to avoid moisture damage. Why did they establish this requirement?
ASHI Reporter Articles
Cantilevered Deck Issues
A “cantilevered” deck or balcony is hung on the side of a building with no support posts. Typically, the home’s framing joists are extended beyond the envelope to support the deck.
What Is a Ton of Cooling?
Ever hear of a 2- or 3-ton central air conditioner? Does this mean a 2-ton air conditioner weighs 4,000 pounds? Or is it a random term that tech folks use to impress us?
Basement Block Reinforcement Jacks
Basement block walls require close scrutiny during your inspection because they can fail in many ways. Let’s focus on one: horizontal movement.
Corroded Bath Drain
Home inspectors check the plumbing drain, waste and vent systems, including fixtures. A tub drain stopper is part of a plumbing fixture—so, yes, we do inspect tub drains and stoppers.
Wood Shrinks!
Home inspectors see the signs of wood shrinkage every day. Some shrinkage can create serious defects, so it’s helpful to know how and why this happens.
Roof Sags
During a home inspection, we check structural elements and consider basic standards.
What’s Inside a Condensing Furnace
We all know that modern high-efficiency (90%+ or “condensing”) furnaces save energy and money. They can provide comfort with little noise. But how do they work and what do they look like inside?
Vinyl Floor Stains Around a Toilet
Vinyl floor stains around a toilet are always an issue for a home inspector to worry about, right? How should we examine and report these stains? Are they really a serious defect?
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