Traps With No Vent Are Common
We inspect modern and old plumbing systems, and all plumbing traps should have a vent, right?
ASHI Reporter Articles
Is Polarity Really Important?
All home inspectors use small outlet testers to determine whether an electrical outlet is wired correctly
How Does a 95% Furnace Work?
The efficiency of forced-air furnaces has changed dramatically.
Indoor Moisture: Dew Point Basics
Many moisture issues are related to the dew point temperature of the air. Dew point confuses some people, but it’s just basic science.
Attic Insulation Gaps & Goofs
We have all inspected attics and noticed large gaps in the insulation covering the ceiling of the living space. Or maybe they were just small areas of uneven insulation. We make a note in our inspection report about gaps in insulation, but how did they get there?
Go With the Flow – the Energy Flow
Within homes, we direct the flow of energy to produce hot water, to heat or cool spaces and to exhaust air. In a hydronic boiler (Illustration 1 H069C), a flame […]
What Can BTU Do For You?
You’ve heard the energy term “BTU,” but have you ever wondered exactly what it measures?
Solving a Basement Leak Puzzle Involving Brick Veneer
Understanding how water intrusion occurs will make you a better home inspector.
“The Painter Made It Rain!”
I inspected a home near Milwaukee during the summer about 10 years ago. My client called recently, clearly upset. “We’re having some painting done in the rear bedroom. I’m sure […]
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