Gutters and Downspouts – Common Inspection Defects

Leaking gutter seams.

Gutters and downspouts are one the most important components in controlling stormwater around your home.  Properly installed and functioning gutters and downspouts effectively move water away from the home, preventing it from saturating the perimeter and foundation.  Poorly installed and maintained gutters and downspouts can result in water infiltrating the home, resulting in foundation issues,…

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Dishwasher High Loop – Common Inspection Defects

The Dishwasher High Loop Poor dishwasher drain line configuration is a common defect found during an inspection.  Thankfully, fixing the dishwasher high loop is typically an easy fix that you can correct in matter of minutes.  If you have no earthly idea what the dishwasher high loop is, or why it’s important, your in the…

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Reverse Polarity Outlets – Common Inspection Defects

Reverse Polarity Outlet

Reverse Polarity Outlets A common defect found when inspecting the electrical system in a home are reverse polarity outlets.  When found, it’s typically a sign of a non-professional repairs completed by a homeowner or an inexperienced handyman. Reverse polarity outlets occur when the hot (black) and neutral (white) wires are flipped. In this situation, the…

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