Open for business

Peter Young Home Inspections is open for business to take care of all your home inspection needs. If you suspect your home was damaged in the recent hurricane, we are offering limited storm damage inspections, such as: • Roof • Exterior • Basement • Attic • Crawlspace...

How to prepare for weather disasters

We can take proactive steps to prepare for weather disasters.Photo by Wes Warren on Unsplash A special message from Peter Young Asheville Home Inspector Peter Young Recently, Western North Carolina was struck by a weather disaster of historic proportions. Much of...

Fall projects prepare your home for winter

The season is changing. Cool, crisp mornings are already here, yet we’re still weeks away from the official start of autumn. This is a reminder to get your fall chores done before Old Man Winter comes for his annual visit.  Start with your outdoor tasks,...

Smart updates and improvements to increase your home’s value before listing

Landscaping has a return on investment between 15 and 20%. As your home ages, it can lose much of its former glory. Bathroom tiles get grimy, kitchen cabinets seem shabby, and the living room walls look… well… lived in. It’s tempting to want to do a whole house...

As Seniors prepare for their “golden years,” many consider staying in their own homes

Walk-in tubs are available for seniors choosing to age in place.American Standard tub photo by Lowe’s “They” say that one of the few absolutes in life is aging. Nobody really wants to do it, but everyone does it, regardless. Another absolute is that aging...