What is the condition of the roof ? That is an important question that you will want answered by your home inspection. Replacement of shingles is a big ticket expense that you will want to be able to plan for as much as possible. Ten-thousand dollar surprises are not fun, at least not when the […]Read More about Roof Condition and Age
When is the right time to replace a roof?
There are basically two types of shingles used for roofing in our area. Three tab shingles, which have a 20 year life and in our area last about 15 to 17 years. Or dimensional shingles which have a 30 year life and last about 25 years in our area. The flatter your roof the shorter […]Read More about When is the right time to replace a roof?
Sales Brochure Mentioned The New Roof
Video of sales the listing that said the house had a new roof, take a look it was obvious to our inspector that it was far from new, and a big surprise for our client.
Advertised a New Roof…
Video of the homes sales brochure: listing advertised that there was a new roof, take a look it was obvious to our Inspector that it was far from new.
Leaking Vent Pipe Boot
Where the plumbing vent pipe exits through the roof shingles, there is a metal plate with a rubber gasket (boot) that stops water leaking into the attic. The flashing boot will generally deteriorate and start leaking water into the attic after about twelve years, that’s long before it’s time to re-roof. The boot needs to […]Read More about Leaking Vent Pipe Boot
Roof Leaks Amaze!
In this day and age it’s all about multi tasking in our lives and multi purpose when it comes to equipment. Inspecting a home recently, we were surprised to find a secondary use for a kids paddling pool! Up in the attic, strategically positioned to collect water as it leaked into the attic was their […]Read More about Roof Leaks Amaze!
Roof Inspections Dangerous?
The question after this inspection was finished would have to be, “are roof inspections getting too dangerous”? When inspecting roofs it can be dangerous, we all know that,. There is always the risk of slipping and falling off the roof. This was a risk we never thought about as we looked at a bullet lodged […]Read More about Roof Inspections Dangerous?
Is Your Incoming Electric Safe
BEFORE YOU GO CLEANING GUTTERS and carrying ladders around you should perform a safety check. Look to see where your electrical service comes in. If it is to a roof mast or attached to the side of your home, take a look at the electrical connection between the power company wire and the wire from […]Read More about Is Your Incoming Electric Safe
Dryer Vents (On Roof)
If the pipe is longer than this the dryer will operate poorly. Having said all this this the most common problem we see is with roof terminations of the dryer vent pipe where the home has been re-roofed. The correct vent is the first photo, however the screen must be removed or it becomes blocked […]Read More about Dryer Vents (On Roof)
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