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Asbestos…the Silent Killer. Let a Qualified Home Inspector Make Sure Your House and Family Are Safe
Asbestos—the word alone is enough to send chills down any homeowner’s spine. But it wasn’t always that way. Contractors made materials containing highly toxic asbestos popular in home construction between the 1930s and 70s. Because asbestos was inexpensive and easy to acquire, manufacturers used it extensively and quite profitably, but the human price has been […]
Mold Inspections in the Home Provide Answers and Peace of Mind
Is it or isn’t it mold? And if it is, what are the dangers? Could it be a sign of larger problems with the home? What are my next steps? Can it be cleaned up? How quickly does the problem need to be addressed? What can I do to prevent future concerns? These are just […]
Home Inspectors Apply their Skill to Assess Built-in Appliances
For some people in the market for a new home, the presence of built-in appliances is a huge plus—one less thing to worry about as they make the transition to an unfamiliar living space. Others will look at a kitchen and immediately think of ways to make it their own, including replacing the appliances with […]
Heating and Cooling System Inspections Demand an Experienced Home Inspector in West Palm Beach
Congratulations, you’ve found the perfect home! Or so you might think. When the temperature soars into the 90s in the middle of August, will your air conditioner work when you need it most? Or when the temperature dips below freezing in mid-February, will your heating system be ready to keep you warm and toasty? It’s […]
Lot Grading in West Palm Beach
Searching for the Perfect Home? Put a Properly Graded Lot on Your Must-Have List During your search for a new home, have you ever noticed water pooling near the base of the house after a rain? There could be several circumstances causing this damaging situation, including a clogged or broken gutter system. A trained home […]
From the Rafters
Let the Summer Sales Season Begin in Florida & West Palm Beach Warmest greetings from all of us at A-Pro Home Inspection! Hope the sun is shining in your corner of the country! In our latest issue of From the Rafters, we’ve got news you can use to assist your clients: info about common vegetation […]
Evaluating a Home’s Windows— a Vital Part of the Home Inspection
One of the most important parts of a complete home inspection is a visual and operational checkup of the structure’s windows. More than just glass and wood, windows can reveal a great deal about home: how well it has been maintained, its level of energy efficiency, and whether other problem may be lurking elsewhere, such […]
Don’t Purchase a Home Without Having It Tested for Radon in West Palm Beach or other areas near me
If you’re in the market for a new home, you’ve probably become an expert at spotting obvious defects while traipsing through a property: crooked cabinetry, missing shingles, wood rot on windows, doors that stick, and so on. As you check off a home’s positives and negatives on your search, be aware that some potential problems—even […]
From the Rafters
Bring on the Spring! Yes, it’s been a long winter! Now it’s time to cast off our heavy coats and welcome the best parts of spring—more home sales and more satisfied clients. Your friends at A-Pro Home Inspection are here to help! In our latest issue of From the Rafters, we’ve got the news you […]
WHAT SHOULD A HOME INSPECTION INCLUDE?
Source: A-Pro® Home Inspection Service since 1994 A Home inspection can vary depending on the type of home you are considering. In any case, the home inspector should describe all systems and visually inspect each system and component to make sure it’s functioning correctly at the time of inspection. The following is a basic outline […]