Long Beach Inspector
Maintaining your central air conditioner energy
Keeping your HVAC system running smoothly The compressor is the most important part of the air conditioner. For this reason, it is important that it is taken care of. Ideally the filters should be cleaned every two weeks to help increase its life span. If not done in regular intervals, this would reduce the cooling…
Read MoreLong Beach Cliff May Ranchos
Cliff May homes are unique in their relationship to the outdoors. They are 50years ahead of their time in the use of environmental light. They are Californian, built for individuals who want to erase the lines between indoors and outdoors and embrace the spectacular Southern California climate. Innovative ranch home designs post and beam architecture designed…
Read MoreShould Knob and Tube wiring be removed?
A “Knob and Tube electrical wiring system” if maintained as installed and functions as intended is a reliable system. The problems stem from the insurance industry deeming it unsafe but in actual fact it is usually the handy homeowner or someone who would use unsafe wiring techniques that created the problems with improper connections and…
Read MoreFoundation Plumbing Problems
If you have a sewer leak or leaks under the concrete slab of your home’s foundation, it’s possible it could cause cracks in your walls or foundation, sloping floors, or more. And once you find out you have a sewer leak, most likely it’s been there for a significant amount of time. So it’s in…
Read MoreSafety is more important than Security Window Bars
Window bars (also called safety bars and security bars) are metal bars that are installed to prevent intruders from entering a building. As an unintended consequence, window bars can slow or prevent egress during an emergency. Facts Roughly 25 people die or are injured annually in fires where escape is hindered by window bars. According…
Read MoreShould you buy a house that’s selling as is?
Should you buy a house that’s selling as is? Now that you know the pros and cons of an as-is home sale, you might be wondering whether to move ahead with the sale—and how. Since these sales can be bargains, they are worth considering, although there’s one precaution buyers will definitely want to take prior…
Read MoreTHE NEWEST INNOVATION IN HOME INSPECTIONS
INFRARED HOME INSPECTIONS – THE NEWEST INNOVATION IN HOME INSPECTIONS. Infrared home inspections and why use an Infrared Camera? Infrared home inspections and infrared cameras are the latest technology being used for fast, reliable, accurate building diagnosis in the entire range of building problems, from post-catastrophe fire and flood investigations to chronic leaks and moisture…
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