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Electrical by the Numbers
Here is a nice post from By Glenn Mathewson on Electrical Outlets https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2019/01/10/electrical-outlets-by-the-numbers?fbclid=IwAR112-Kj93DAfDUK4bi5bhSiqzNC1lILvqeIYegL6u5pQqpNOs1eJptCaTM
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A leak and a Cut
Often we see many items during a Home inspection. Here is a great example in one photo. We have several issues all grouped together. First we have a plumbing leak. Small leaks can be a harbinger for for other condition such as wood rot, insects and rodents. Next, we have Read more…
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STOP… Step away from that wire and put down the wire strippers!!!
STOP… Step away from that wire and put down the wire strippers!!! In the land of home inspections we see this all too often. Home owners, Uncle Bob’s (do not know what Bob has done to deserve this) and various other people think they can handle electrical work. This is not to Read more…
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Signs of the Times- Wenatchee and Chelan Home Inspector
Signs of the Times- Wenatchee and Chelan Home Inspector Signs have a fundamental element in providing information and direction or symbols of trade, commerce, and industry, from the ancient world to the present. In another context it can be a token or indication. Or is it a conventional or arbitrary mark, figure, or Read more…
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Shaking it up with wood roofs- East Wenatchee and Quincy Home Inspections
Shaking it up with wood roofs- East Wenatchee and Quincy Home Inspections Wood roofs- Is it a Shingle or Shake? This at times is very difficult to really know because the modern milling techniques for shingles can mimic shakes, but generally shingles are sawn (smooth) and shakes are split (rough/rustic). Read more…
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Concrete, Moisture and forces of Equilibrium- Wenatchee and Leavenworth Home Inspection
Concrete, Moisture and forces of Equilibrium- Wenatchee and Leavenworth Home Inspection On a recent home inspection my client asked me to look at a part of the foundation that he thought may be failing. After evaluating the issue it was obvious the problem was not from failure of the foundation but the Read more…
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It is not Rocket Science- Or is it? Hot Water Heaters and TPR valves.
It is not Rocket Science- Or is it? Hot Water Heaters and TPR valves Wenatchee Home Inspection The TPR (Temperature, Pressure. Relief) is most underestimated safety device in the home. This little device keeps your hot water heater from becoming a rocket. Water that is heated Read more…
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Example of fine electrical wiring practices. Use of extension cords.
Example of fine electrical wiring practices. Use of extension cords. Wenatchee Home Inspection Services. Extension cords should be used only on a temporary basis! Correct? Often during a home inspection I will see them used for much more than this. The Read more…
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Cracking up- Old Wiring in homes and businesses.
Cracking up- Old Wiring in homes and businesses. Wenatchee and Quincy Home and Commercial Inspection Services. When performing a home inspection or commercial inspection in older buildings and residences it is very important to thoroughly evaluate the condition of the wiring Read more…
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Grounding to Water Pipes- Electrical Inspections- Wenatchee and Quincy Home Inspections
Grounding to Water Pipes- Electrical Inspections- Wenatchee and Quincy Home Inspections When performing a home inspection and evaluating the electrical system I am always trying to confirm if a grounding system is proper. The Washington State Home Inspector Standards of Practice states (WAC 308-408C-110 Electrical system.)- A home Inspector must: Read more…