Home Inspection Blog
We at J and J Home Inspections strive to provide you with the information you need to keep your home safe and secure all year long. Whether you’re looking for confirmation that your new home is good quality, or just want to know how to maintain the quality of your biggest investment for the long run, you’ll find everything you need right here on our blog.
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8 Home Inspection Red Flags
As any experienced home buyer will tell you, every house has its issues. Whether it’s that room that’s not quite the right color, a window that needs re-caulking, or a backyard that requires some landscaping, [...]
Mold and Your House: The Basics
Mold! It’s an issue that nobody really wants to talk about, but mold can have a huge impact on your home and quality of life. Beyond unpleasant appearances and odors, mold can cause a variety [...]
Winter Weather Checklist
With winter in full swing, it’s important to know how to protect your home from the cold temperatures and winter storms ahead. As always, it’s much better to be prepared than to discover costly damage [...]
How To Avoid Holiday Hazards
While the holidays are a beautiful and festive time, they’re also a time of the year when many home accidents happen. In fact, the holiday season alone accounts for nearly 1/3 of all home fires, [...]
Should I test for radon during my home inspection?
Radon – most of us have heard of it but don’t necessarily know what it is. However, much like carbon monoxide and other potential home dangers, it’s important to have radon tests conducted, especially during [...]
Fall Home Checklist
With fall finally here, everyone is feeling slightly festive. However, fall means a lot more for homeowners than pumpkins, football, and holidays. Now is the perfect time to give your home a once-over to avoid [...]
5 Biggest Home Inspection Mistakes
Buying a home is a huge investment and can be overwhelming at times. Many first-time homebuyers aren’t familiar with the entire process, particularly the home inspection stage. While there’s a lot of information about home [...]
Carbon Monoxide: How to Protect Yourself
Carbon monoxide. It’s a scary phrase that most of us know is bad news, but not everyone knows exactly what it is or how to detect it in their home. However, it’s important to [...]
Should you get a Home Inspector Suggested by an Agent?
During the home-buying process, it’s crucial for a buyer to make sure the property is in excellent condition. The only way to do this is to hire a qualified home inspector to scrutinize the home [...]
Preparing for a Pre-Lising Home Inspection
While many sellers may assume that home inspections should be completed after they’ve found a buyer, having a pre-listing home inspection can come with multiple benefits. By taking care of the inspection upfront, a seller [...]