Common Asheville home inspection issues

If you’re buying or selling a home in Asheville and nearby Western North Carolina, a comprehensive inspection is essential. In fact, if you are financing a home loan, most banks will require an inspection before closing takes place. In any circumstances, it’s best to...

Moisture control keeps mold out your home

Last month we explored ways to avoid and fix water damage in your home. This time around we’ll discuss mold – what it is and some tips to keep it under control. What is mold? A member of the fungus family, mold is found everywhere in nature. Outdoors, mold...

Water intrusion: Act swiftly to minimize damage

“Water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink,” is a great metaphor for something unattainable, but it’s the last thing you want to say about your home. Water is essential to life, yet as a destructive force it can do incredible damage to your home in a very short...

Asheville septic system inspection is essential when buying or selling a home

Recently we’ve explored several kinds of home inspections that should be performed prior to buying or selling a home. In addition to a “regular” home inspection, we’ve looked at radon and pest inspections. We’ve even discussed the...

A pest inspection is essential before buying a house

For most potential buyers, a home inspection is a given prior to purchase. What about a pest inspection? Do you need that before you sign a contract to buy a house? Yes you do! A state-licensed professional conducts pest inspections, also known as termite inspections....