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...

Potential home inspection deal-breakers

Finding asbestos in a home can be a serious deal-breaker. People often ask if a home inspection can kill a real estate deal? The simple answer would be no. An inspection of itself is not the reason deals are called off. However, there are times when the inspector...

Don’t wait until buying or selling; Get your home inspected before beginning upkeep or maintenance

Start your next home maintenance project with a professional inspection. Here’s a novel idea: You’re not buying or selling a house, but you need a home inspection? You heard correctly. Now you’re probably wondering why you need an Asheville home inspection if you’re...

Home inspection “red flags”

Even the nicest-looking homes may reveal some “red flags” upon inspection. Home inspection is a must for home buyers before signing closing papers. Reliable inspection results can mean the difference between finding the home of your dreams or walking away...

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...