Home Inspection Glossary

When purchasing or selling a home, we strongly suggest including a drain line inspection in your due diligence. Inspecting the drain line is the only means of confirming whether the main drain line is in good shape or has issues like cracks, clogs, root intrusion,...

With the summer heat in full effect, there is no better time to be a pool owner than July. Being able to take a dip to combat the sweltering temperatures is a feeling like no other. And after a dip in the cold waters, what better way to regroup than by spending a few...

Regardless of whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is integral that both parties look into a home inspection before going forward with any transactions. When you work with the Property Inspection Pros, you can expect nothing but the best when it comes to ensuring...

You have probably heard enough times, but in case you forgot, April showers, do in fact, bring May flowers. And while the floral arrangements that bloom from last month’s rainfall are gorgeous, something that is not so pretty is potential leaks in your roof from heavy...

It is always important to take care of the noticeable damages around your home. But what about those hidden blows? You might be thinking, “out of sight, out of mind,” but the damages you cannot see may cause more problems than the ones you can. Have no fear, as with...

Home inspections are an important part of the home buying, selling, and renovating process. Knowing what’s in your walls and the condition of your equipment before selling or beginning demolition for updates can help you prepare for a costly delay or ensure peace of...

2022 was another year full of inspection innovation, new trends, and successful projects. As we look forward to 2023, we recap the past year while gearing up for the new year ahead.2022 Recap This year we had the pleasure of teaching our clients about new technologies...

In the event, our inspectors cannot gain access to a crawlspace they now have the capability to deploy the crawl bot. Guaranteeing the complete inspection, every time!

Image Text: We will always crawl a crawlspace we can fit into, but for especially tight spaces we deploy The Crawl Bot. The Crawl Bot can go where no inspector can! With its help, we provide our clients the best inspection possible so you know without a doubt any...

Thermal cameras let people see what their eyes can’t - invisible heat radiation emitted or reflected by all objects, regardless of lighting conditions. This makes them indispensable in home inspections!  Moisture Detection Thermal imaging is a great tool that helps to...

Image Text: Before you officially list your home for sale, a professional home inspector examines your property to identify any potential problems or repairs that need to be made. Think of it as an opportunity to know what the buyer might request before an offer is...

Do you notice problems in the walls, floors, and foundation of your home? A wood destroying pest inspection with our Crawl Bot searches for pests that could pose a threat to the integrity of a house. What are wood-destroying pests and what are some of the warning...

Roof Inspections Have your roof inspected by one of The Property Inspection Pros' Certified Inspectors. Safe and Efficient Roof Inspections If our Certified Home Inspectors are unable to walk a roof, they still can inspect it. At The Property Inspection Pros, all of...

During a hot summer your home may be at the risk for a series of potential home disasters from pests to storms and more. Routine home maintenance and addressing problems in a timely manner is the key to preventing hefty repair bills. Thankfully, an inspection lets you...

Winter’s coming to a close and there’s no better time to inspect your property than spring. Wintertime maintenance is often skipped over due to weather and temperatures challenges, but winter ice and rain can do some real damage to your home or the home you’re trying...

Hot housing markets and low interest rates have led to quick sales, with many homes going quickly and buyers opting to waive the inspection, but is it worth it? Skipping an inspection will cost you. Learn about how home inspectors are staying up to date with new...

Wrapping Up 2021 This year we were very busy keeping our community safe with home inspections! In a crazy housing market, we were glad to be indispensable with quality inspections, radon, and mold inspections, underground oil tank sweeps, and more!  We are especially...

Are you purchasing investment property? Whether it's your first time or you're a hardened veteran of the real estate market, it's always important to get a professional inspection.At Property Inspection Pros, we help guarantee you peace of mind whether you're...

Despite the passing of wildfire season, climate change has made it so wildfires are more prevalent throughout the year. But how can you defend your home against wildfires? Here are some tips from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U.S Forest...

With over fifteen years of experience as home inspectors and thousands of home inspections performed, The Property Inspection Pros. bring their expertise in construction and real estate together to create a home inspection company that goes above and beyond the...

With winter over, we may now start carrying out our warm weather goals. For many, this means the selling or buying of a property. Traditionally people don’t love searching for a new home during colder seasons, and for good reason! With the warm weather on the rise,...

With the new year here, we have so many reasons to feel grateful. Even with all the challenges of last year. At the very top of the list is you! Whether you have been a client or a friend of our business, we thank you! We would like to showcase some very special...

While there are many types of mold that grow, black mold is probably the most serious mold you could come in contact with. It can be very dangerous for a variety of reasons. If you’re exposed to it for long periods of time, it can be damaging to your health. It’s...

Your HVAC system is only as efficient as your ducts will allow it to be. Unfortunately, leaking ducts are very common, especially in older systems or poorly built ones. If you have ductwork that is coming apart, you might be paying to heat and cool your attic,...

Your toilet. You might not think much about it as long as it functions right. It is interesting to think about, however, the amount of time each of us spend on one each day.According to one survey, an American male might spend about 105 minutes on the...

In the past, many homes were built out of solid wood and similar materials, but most modern day homes have quite a bit of drywall instead. Drywall is much cheaper, and is not prone to many of the problems that wood faces, but when it comes to mounting...

In most modern homes, you will only find grounded outlets. They are important for proper functionality of many appliances, for the safe use of surge protectors and just safety in general. In older homes, however, there is the possibility that you have very...

Why would you choose metal roofing? Many might be concerned with the noise that it would generate, but when the roof is installed properly, with solid sheathing, even rain and hail won’t disturb you any more than with a different roofing material. Metal...

You probably have heard about asbestos, and that it has serious side effects, but do you know what it actually is?Asbestos was introduced as a building material almost 90 years ago and it was hailed as a miracle material. It can withstand fire, heat,...

Do you have hardwood floors in your home? They are usually appreciated for their beauty, but unfortunately, that beauty can be marred when there are scratches on the floor. This can easily happen if someone drags heavy furniture across the floor without...

We all have different reasons for choosing the material for our roof. It could be that we want the cheapest material available, or the most durable material, and then we let that decide what we use. If you are looking for a material that looks beautiful...

Do you know what a p-trap is? That is the name for the pipe under your sink that is bent looking like a u. Every plumbing fixture needs to have a p-trap to prevent sewer gasses from leaking into your home. Your toilet has one of these, but it is internal,...

Something that might strike you as odd is if you go to take a shower and there are bubbles coming up in your toilet. While this might unnerve you, it is due to a quite common problem known as venting. In a plumbing system, there needs to be a vent for air...

One of the cheaper materials that you can put on your roof is asphalt shingles. It is both cheap to buy as well as to install. Asphalt roofing is one of the most common types of materials. When installing new shingles you can put them on top of your...

Kids love to play on a playground, and you would like to think that they are safe there, but sadly there are hundreds of thousands of children hurt on playgrounds every year in the US alone. It is especially dangerous if equipment is poorly maintained....

A part of your home that you might not think much about is the wiring inside your walls, but if it is old and in bad shape, it could pose a fire hazard. Sometimes problems with your wiring won’t be detected until you install a new light fixture or replace...

When you hear “steel siding”, you might not readily think of it as an option for your home, since it is a material you often see in commercial applications. In recent years, however, it has been more commonly used in residential applications as well. Steel...

Many people today have chosen to move away from large houses, or even mansions, in order to move to a tiny home. A tiny home is usually considered one that is smaller than 1000 sq ft, but sometimes it could be as little as 100 sq ft. They might be seeking...

When you decide to do a project around your home, you might be using power tools. One very important factor to consider is what type of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is required to do the job safely. PPE serves many diverse purposes. It might be...

Even though cooking at home is not as popular as it used to be, there are still many of us who like to cook our own food, whether it is for health reasons, finances or just the enjoyment of cooking. However, when you cook, there is a lot of grease and...

If you are looking for a flooring material that has a low price and which doesn’t require much maintenance, then linoleum might be something for you. Linoleum is one of those materials that lost popularity only to have a resurgence in modern days. One of...

With young children at home, you should make sure that there is no lead paint or pipes that they can reach. Lead is a major health risk, and since young children tend to put things in their mouths, they are at greater risk for ill health effects. Lead...