It is that time of year when carpenter ants are starting swarm and create new colonies. This is when we will start see winged reproductive males and queens. The colonies will only start producing reproductives when the reach a mature state. Typically the colony will be 6 to 10 years Read more…
Many will have issues with what is referred to as “Edison-Base” fuses because they can be tampered with so easily. Then then there is just convenience, when a circuit trips with any fuse you have to replace the fuse. What often happens in these older installation is the fuse gets Read more…
You just had to do it. Poke your wire right through the flex duct. Um… that is a no no. Let alone you now have poked a hole in you duct work you also installed the wiring in a non-compliant way. 300.22 Wiring in Ducts Not Used for Air Handling, Read more…
Knob and Tube creates a mixed reaction when you discuss electrical systems in homes (dwelling units). Knob and Tube was the main standard of wiring of homes in the 20’s and 30’s. These wiring systems typically Read more…
Here are some great tips on natural lawn care from Seattle. This is aimed at Western Washington but many many of the principles apply to other areas as well. Here are the 6 steps- Mow higher (1-2 inches), mow regularly, and leave the clippings Use “natural organic” or “slow release” Read more…
It amazes me how often I see improper and unsafe electrical instillation. Here is an example of an electrical panel that has been installed that is a disaster waiting to happen. Let alone all the improper wiring this is a sub-panel. Then we have metal materials around this panel that Read more…
With winter just around the corner will be the return of snow to much of the Wenatchee Valley and surrounding areas. One vulnerable item on a metal roof is the plumbing vent penetration. Quite often in areas of heavier snow these plumbing vent pipes get ripped off the roof leaving Read more…
Missing the point- How not to install a roof – Wenatchee and Chelan Home Inspection Services Sometimes you have to wonder. I was just on a recent home inspection for a client. I had been asked to Read more…
It may not be what is seems- Cle Elum and Crescent Bar Real Estate Inspections When you are looking at home you wish to purchase there will be many things going through you head. Can I afford this home, what repairs will be needed, does have enough bedrooms and bathrooms, Read more…
Scientific Basics of an Insulator- Quincy and Crescent Bar Home Inspections The basic principle of any insulator is its ability to limit the transfer of heat energy. Heat is the energy exchange between two thermodynamic systems which differ in temperature. Like the Sun to the earth or your bare body Read more…