12 Safety Concerns with Attic Pull Down Ladders Attic pull-down ladders, also called attic pull-down stairways, are collapsible ladders that are permanently attached to the attic floor. Occupants can use these ladders to access their attic without being required to carry a portable ladder. 12 Common Defects Homeowners, not professional carpenters, usually install attic pull-down […]
Kitchen Safety – The Anti-Tip Bracket Anti-tip brackets are metal devices designed to prevent freestanding ranges from tipping. They are normally attached to a rear leg of the range or screwed into the wall behind the range, and are included in all installation kits. A unit that is not equipped with these devices may tip […]
Aluminum Wiring Facts and Figures Between approximately 1965 and 1973, single-strand (solid) aluminum wiring was sometimes substituted for copper branch-circuit wiring in residential electrical system due to the sudden escalating price of copper. After a decade of use by homeowners and electricians, inherent weaknesses were discovered in the metal that lead to its disuse as […]
5 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home 1. Find better ways to heat and cool your house. As much as half of the energy used in homes goes toward heating and cooling. The following are a few ways that energy bills can be reduced through adjustments to the heating and cooling […]
The Risks of Having a Fireplace Owning a home with a fireplace can be very enjoyable but it can also pose serious health and safety concerns. Creosote The inside of a fireplace can get pretty dirty with regular use. One of the by-products of the combustion process is creosote. Creosote is a black, tar-like material […]
Why Any Roof Can Leak Roofs are designed to be water-resistant. Roofs are not designed to be waterproof. Eventually, the roof system will leak and no one can predict when, where, or how a roof will begin to fail. At Inspection Brothers LLC, during our inspection process, we will describe the home’s type of roof-covering […]
The Importance of the Gas Meter For homes using natural gas to fuel appliances, the gas meter is a very important component and one all homeowners should be familiar with. At Inspection Brothers LLC, we visually inspect the shut off equipment for natural gas as it enters the home which typically is located at the […]
A sewer scope inspection is an important aspect of home maintenance and ownership. It is a diagnostic tool used to inspect the condition of the pipes in a home’s sewer system. This inspection can help identify any potential issues with the pipes, such as blockages, cracks, or other damages, and allows homeowners to address these […]
Getting a home inspection isn’t just for finding a house’s defects; it’s also there to help buyers avoid repairs or maintenance that could cost more down the road. Buying a new house may be one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. Hiring an expert can help ensure that everything goes smoothly for both you […]
Is a home seller leaving their appliances behind? If so, have the pros at Inspection Brothers LLC check them out for you. You can count on us to keep you informed about appliance recalls after the inspection, too. We stay up-to-date on all recalls. We’ll send you a monthly email with updates so that you can make sure the appliances in your home are safe to operate.
