

Most common reasons for sloping floors.
The Home Inspector comes across sloping floors often in his inspections on older homes in Central Alabama. Most of these homes are on...


How does a tankless water heater work?
A tankless water heater, also known as an on-demand water heater or instantaneous water heater, works by heating water directly as it...


What are some of the problems associated with aluminum wiring in a home.
Millions of homes in American have aluminum wiring. The Home Inspector occasionally inspects a home with aluminum wiring, What are some...


Most common reasons water pressure is low.
When The Home Inspector inspects a home, he generally will run water in several fixtures at once. This is a good way to test water...


What is Polybutylene (PB) piping and what are the problems with it?
The Home Inspector has only found Polybutylene piping twice. In one case the PB was in a house that hade already experienced some breaks...


Common Issues with Plumbing Traps.
Plumbing traps, while essential for preventing sewer gases from entering buildings, can encounter various problems over time. Some common...


What are the different types of plumbing traps? What are they used?
Plumbing traps are essential components of drainage systems that prevent sewer gases from entering buildings while allowing wastewater to...


Efflorescence, what is it? Is it a problem?
Efflorescence is a common issue on brick or concrete block structures in Central Alabama. What causes efflorescence and is this an...


How a cricket on your roof can help prevent problems.
A cricket is a small ridge structure designed to divert water away from chimneys, vents, or other obstructions on a roof. A cricket is...


What does a horizontal crack in a foundation signify?
A horizontal crack in a foundation is often a cause for concern as it can indicate significant structural issues that require immediate...