by Jay Birkholz | Oct 3, 2018 | Home Inspection Tips
The S-trap is no longer allowed Years ago most plumbing codes banned S-trap configurations in favor of P-trap style fixtures. S-traps are no longer used in modern plumbing because on rare occasions with just the right conditions the water can be sucked out of the trap...
by Jay Birkholz | Oct 3, 2018 | Home Inspection Tips
Polybutylene Plumbing by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard Polybutylene (PB) was a plastic manufactured between 1978 and mid-1995 for use as piping in home plumbing systems. It was inexpensive and offered plenty of advantages over other materials, such as flexibility,...
by Jay Birkholz | Oct 1, 2018 | Home Inspection Tips
Home Inspection Tips for Buyers and Sellers Written for Pro-Check Home Inspections by Marina Gorbounov The home...
by Jay Birkholz | Aug 25, 2018 | Featured, Home Inspection Tips
It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be anxious to move in. However, before you make a significant financial commitment, it’s best to know exactly what you’re buying....
by Jay Birkholz | Aug 3, 2018 | Featured, Home Inspection Tips
What is inspected in my new home? A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house, from the roof to the foundation. The home inspector’s report will cover the condition of the home’s heating system;...
by Jay Birkholz | Jun 17, 2018 | Home Inspection Tips
Home Set-up 1. Smoke detectors – (Usually one on every floor level near a sleeping area.) Smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years, and it is difficult to know how old the existing smoke detectors are. Install new detector batteries twice a year as part of...
