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Identifying Asphalt Shingle Defects

Identifying Asphalt Shingle Defects Juan Jimenez August 28th, 2023 Home MaintenanceRoofing Whether you have a new roof or an aging roof, regular inspections and maintenance extend its life. Plus, a…
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Can a Roof Have Two Layers of Shingles?

Can a Roof Have Two Layers of Shingles? Juan Jimenez January 26th, 2023 Home MaintenanceRoofing Yes, a roof can have two layers of shingles. However, when adding a second layer…
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What is a Plumbing Vent Pipe For?

What is a Plumbing Vent Pipe For? Juan Jimenez November 30th, 2022 Home Maintenanceplumbing Have you ever looked at the roof of your home and wondered what the protruding pipes…
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What is an Ice Dam

What is an Ice Dam? Juan Jimenez October 13th, 2022 Home Maintenancehome upgradesinsulation If you have a leak in your house, and your roof surface is covered with snow, there…
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What is a short Circuit?

What is a Short Circuit? Juan Jimenez September 29th, 2022 ElectricalHome Maintenance The textbook definition of a short circuit is an unintended path for flowing electricity with little to no…
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Custom Spring Maintenance Checklists

Juan Jimenez April 1st, 2022 Home MaintenanceRealtor Focused Custom Spring Home Maintenance Checklists We’ve built our entire business by providing value and tools for Realtors and buyers. We know the…
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Asbestos in Popcorn Ceilings

Everything You Need to Know about Asbestos in Popcorn Ceilings Although these ceiling treatments were the bees knees for many years, we know now that there could be asbestos in…
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Ultimate Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

Ultimate Winter Home Maintenance Checklist The cold weather of the winter months brings special challenges to your home. Thats why your favorite home inspector has written this ultimate winter home maintenance checklist.Everyone…
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How Many CO Detectors Should You Have?

How Many CO Detectors Should You Have? The CDC reports that approximately 450 people every year from accidental CO poisoning. Another 50,000 people require emergency medical treatment every year from…
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Bat Proofing in the Fall

Bat Proofing in the Fall Early fall is the best season for bat-proofing your home as the maternity colonies have finished raising their young.  So now, the babies are old enough…
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Best Ladder For Homeowners – 2025

Best Ladders for Homeowners - 2025 I have an obsession with ladders. Although home inspectors are not required to have, carry, or use ladders, I own about 20 ladders between…
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Why is There Ice on Your AC?

Why is there Ice on Your AC? Why is there ice on your air conditioner? It’s simple—ice forms on the ac components when the refrigerant inside the AC is below…
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Should You Get Your Ducts Cleaned?

Should You Get Your Ducts Cleaned? Homeowners get bombarded with ads and deals about home services. It can be overwhelming and confusing about which services are legit. So, let's tackle…
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25 Crucial Summer Home Maintenance Tasks

Summer Home Maintenance Tasks Neglect is the home’s worst enemy. Regular maintenance is the key to extending the life expectancy of your home’s major system and components and preventing costly…
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Is an AC Condensate Trap Required?

Is an AC Condensate Trap Required? It's hot. Some parts of the country are reaching record-breaking temperatures right now. Although everyone is trying to stay cool, many people overlook making…
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Prime Day Home Maintenance Deals 2025

Prime Day Home Maintenance Deals 2025 The best Prime Day Home Maintenance Deals in One Place Juan Jimenez June 21st, 2021 Home Maintenance Prime Day DealsPrime day is usually around…
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