Category: Home Inspections

What You Should Know About Buying a Property with a Well

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It’s estimated that more than 13 million households rely on private wells for drinking water in the U.S. today. While city public water sources are generally tested and maintained, private well owners are mainly responsible for the safety of their drinking water. They’re also responsible for the well itself, and this can make property transfers… Read more »

Pellet Stove Benefits and Safety Tips for Your Home

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A pellet stove can safely, efficiently, and inexpensively heat a home. If you are thinking about buying a house with a pellet stove, be sure to follow safety and maintenance procedures to maximize the benefits and keep your family safe. Benefits of a Pellet Stove A pellet stove is easy to use. It has an… Read more »

Tips for Hiring a Home Inspector

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Before you buy a new home, you should have it inspected. A house might look perfect on the surface, but it could be filled with hidden problems that could cost thousands of dollars to fix. It’s critical to choose an inspector who is well qualified. Someone who charges less might save you some money now,… Read more »

Radon Action Month: Tips for Your Home

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The month of January is reserved for Radon awareness. This dangerous radioactive gas is omitted from the underground and has no color or odor. If it sneaks its way into the home it can cause problems like lung cancer and even death. Exposure causes more than 20,000 deaths annually and is a leading cause of… Read more »

3 Tips To Complete Your Home Inspection Internship Like a Pro

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If you’ve made the decision to become a certified home inspector in Connecticut, then congratulations: you’re about to embark on a very lucrative and rewarding career path.  If you’ve done your homework, then you know that in order to become a certified home inspector, you must complete a 100-hour internship under the supervision of a… Read more »

Tips for Home Buyers Considering a Property with a Well

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If you dream of buying a home in a rural area, you will probably find properties that get water from a well. There are important things to understand and check before you go ahead with a purchase. Consider the Type and Location of the Well You should only buy a house with a drilled well…. Read more »

First-time Homebuyers: How to Stop the Stress & Anxiety

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Buying a home is supposed to be one of the great milestones in one’s life journey. The moment you invest in something you and your family will enjoy over the years. While this was once the “American Dream” most aspired too, times are changing. People are leading busier lives, having a large family isn’t in… Read more »

What Happens After a Home Inspection?

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Congratulations on beginning the journey to homeownership. While there are some hurdles you’ll likely need to overcome throughout the process, the end result, a home you can proudly call your own for years to come, makes the process well worth it. Because buying a home includes the exchange of such a large sum of money,… Read more »

Warning: Never Skip a Home Inspection

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Buying a home is one of the most fulfilling experiences in life. Not only because the purchase is something buyers can all their own, but because there was likely a lot of hard work and savings involved to get to the point where making this large financial commitment was possible. Naturally, you want to find… Read more »

3 Reasons to Get a Pre-Listing Home Inspection

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Buying a home is at the top of the priority list for today’s largest demographic of spenders – millennials. As they head out into the market in search of their ‘forever home’ you may be thinking it’s a great opportunity to get your home sold. Before you list it though, consider these very important reasons… Read more »