What to do when your home tests high for radon gas

Your well water can be a source of radon in Western North Carolina. People often ask, “What is radon, and do I need to be concerned about it?”  Let’s address this as two questions. First, radon is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas produced by the natural...

Do you need a home inspection for new construction?

Always get an inspection on new construction to avoid costly repairs later. Do you need a home inspection for new construction? This question comes up fairly often. The simple answer is yes. Just because a home is shiny and new doesn’t mean everything is ship-shape....

Inexpensive kickout flashing protects your home from water damage

Kickout flashings are rarely installed.Photo by American Flashings Ever heard of kickout flashing? We would not be surprised if the term is unfamiliar. It’s time to learn about it. Kickout flashing costs very little, but it may end up saving you thousands of...

What comes after a home inspection?

Buying, selling “as is?” Home inspection is a must! The housing market goes on day after day, year after year, with an impressive success record. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports only about one in 20 real estate transactions is...

Do you need a home inspection with new construction?

Don’t assume that new construction doesn’t need to be inspected. “Do I need a home inspection on new construction?” This is a question that home inspectors often hear. When considering whether to shell out the expense of hiring an inspector for new...