I always associated home inspections with the purchase of a home that has been lived in previously. Both of the homes we have purchased have been “new construction” homes and so we always just trusted the inspection that was done by the builder prior to purchasing the house. Our first experience with a home inspection […]
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Home Inspection Patio Safety Hazard
Houston Home Inspections: In this short video we take a look at a rear patio cover on an older home which is in danger of falling. This Houston home inspection revealed several issues that were in need of repair, but this cover was a immediate hazard to anyone in the backyard. Whenever we find a […]
New Houston Home Inspection Uncovers Fire Hazard
Houston Home Inspection: This short video from Jim Davis, the Houston Texas certified master home inspector, was published to encourage those of you having new homes built of the necessity of having that house inspected. This video takes a look at several defects found in a new home during a recent Houston home inspection. All […]
Houston New Home A/C Theft
Houston Home Inspections: With the high rate of appliance theft in newly constructed Houston area homes, it’s understandable why some home builders wait until the day before closing to install the new stove, dishwasher and microwave oven. Unfortunately waiting until the day before closing usually means that these items cannot be included in a Houston […]
Concerns About an Old House
Jim was very through and took the time necessary to look in all areas of the house, including the attic and garage. When he discussed the issues that he found, he took the time to clearly explain what needed to be done. When buying a house that’s 45 years old, you want to make sure […]