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At a Glance
Start your post-storm check from the ground and avoid climbing onto a wet or damaged roof.
Dented gutters, downspouts, vents, and other soft metals can be early signs of hail impact.
Missing shingle granules, ceiling stains, damp insulation, and new leaks can point to roof or water damage.
After…
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At a Glance
DFW’s expansive clay soils can contribute to foundation movement, so cracks, sticking doors, and drainage deserve a closer look.
Check the roof’s age and condition, especially after North Texas hail and severe-weather seasons.
Older homes may have aging sewer lines, so a sewer scope may be worth considering before you…
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TL;DR
Avoid overloading outlets and use extension cords only as a temporary power solution.
Replace damaged cords, and watch for hot, discolored, buzzing, or frequently sparking outlets and switches.
Persistent flickering lights or repeatedly tripping breakers can signal an electrical issue that needs professional attention.
AFCIs can help protect against electrical…
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Key Takeaways
Moisture problems can develop behind walls, beneath floors, and in attics before visible stains or leaks appear.
Thermal imaging and moisture meters can help inspectors identify areas that may need further investigation.
Persistent moisture can damage drywall, insulation, flooring, and wood framing, creating conditions that support mold growth.
Musty odors,…
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You buy a home that looks perfect on the surface, only to find a $40,000 foundation crack three months later. Even worse, you find out your inspector followed every state law perfectly. Most buyers assume state inspection standards (SOP) are a safety net designed to protect their investment from every possible disaster. The reality…
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On December 30, 2021, the Marshall Fire tore through Boulder County in a matter of hours. By the time it was contained, more than 1,000 structures had been destroyed, most of them homes in suburban neighborhoods that many residents never thought of as wildfire country. The fire changed Colorado's approach to building in fire-prone…
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Right now, nearly 25% of office space in major Texas cities is empty and silent. It is a ghost town of cubicles that costs landlords millions in lost rent every single month. If you think turning those empty desks into luxury apartments is as simple as adding a few walls, you are in for…
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Most people open their inspection report, scroll straight to the photos of cracks and stains, panic a little, and then have no idea who to call next. That gap, between getting the report and knowing what to do with it, is where most inspection companies leave you.
That is what we built GreenWorks around. And it…
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The landscape of real estate finance is changing radically. Over the decades, the key issues lenders and owners had to address in the refinancing cycle were creditworthiness, appraised value, and a perfunctory environmental liability review via a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA). Nonetheless, amid rising climate volatility and tightening insurance markets, a new…
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If you sit on a condo board in Florida, you've probably already heard the word SIRS, and you've probably heard it alongside two other words: special assessment. The Structural Integrity Reserve Study is one of the most significant changes to Florida condominium law in a generation. It was enacted in direct response to the…