Ultimate Pre-Winter Inspection: 7 Hidden Vulnerabilities That Cold Weather Exploits

by | Oct 6, 2026 | Asheville Crawlspace Problems, Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville Home Maintenance, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville real estate, Asheville roof inspection, Buying a home in Asheville, Home Foundation Issues, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Home Maintenance, Homeowner tasks, Prepare your home for winter, Protection from water damage, Roof inspection Asheville, Wet crawlspace dangers

Jack Frost is looking to break into your home and wreak thousand-dollar wallet havoc! Every year around early October, a familiar autumn ritual plays out across the neighborhood. The crisp air settles in, leaves put on a brilliant light show, and homeowners everywhere...

Unmasking water damage: A buyer’s guide

by | Dec 7, 2024 | Asheville Basement Inspection, Asheville Basement Inspector, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home value, Asheville mold damage, Asheville water damage, Buying a home in Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Protection from water damage, Selling your home Asheville

Know how to spot water damage before signing for a home purchase. Considering the recent catastrophic effects of Hurricane Helene on Western North Carolina, it’s likely that a significant number of homes for sale in the area have suffered water damage. Water damage...

Going away for vacation? Take steps to prevent disaster before it strikes

by | Aug 2, 2023 | Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home safety while away, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville mold control, Asheville pest inspection, Asheville real estate, Asheville water damage, Home Inspector Asheville, Protection from water damage

When no one’s around to call 911, a fire can gulp down your house for lunch! Vacation time is here! You’re so eager to hit the road that you’re not thinking about misfortunes that could strike your house when you’re gone.  Our purpose is not to spoil your...

Inexpensive kickout flashing protects your home from water damage

by | Mar 8, 2023 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville new construction, Asheville real estate, Asheville roof inspection, Asheville roof repair, Buying new construction Asheville, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Homeowner tasks, Protection from water damage, Roof inspection Asheville, Roof repair Asheville

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 to do if your septic system backs up during heavy rains

by | Jun 29, 2022 | Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home value, Asheville real estate, Asheville septic system inspection, Asheville septic tank inspection, Asheville septic tank inspector, Buying a home in Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Protection from water damage, Septic tank maintenance tips

Heavy rains can spell trouble for homeowners with septic tanks on their property. Summer rains have arrived here in the mountains. While they can bring slightly cooler temperatures and more vibrant greenery, heavy rains can spell trouble for homeowners with septic...

Water is your friend. Until it isn’t!

by | May 30, 2022 | Asheville Basement Inspection, Asheville Basements, Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville mold damage, Asheville water damage, Buying a home in Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Protection from water damage

You won’t see mold inside of a wall, but be alert for musty odors. In our homes we rely on water in so many ways, such as baths and showers, dishwashers, washing machines, watering our lawns and plants, and more. Putting it simply, water is your friend. Until it...