Older homes as well as mobile homes often were outfitted or retrofitted with Polybutlyene pipes. These pipes were easey to install. However, leaks are very common when using this type of materia. If you've had leaky pipes and your house was built during the 1980s and early 1990s, you might qualif
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10/31/2008
Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and float thro
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10/19/2008
We at HOME INSPECTOR USA are experienced, seasoned professionals (Degree Engineers) who have examined over a thousand properties (residential, commercial & insurance) for prospective buyers and sellers. HOME INSPECTOR USA has earned the continued loyalty of many praised business and numerous resi
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10/19/2008
General good housekeeping, and maintenance of heating and air conditioning equipment, are very important. Adequate ventilation and good air distribution also help. The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem, clean up the mold and get rid of excess water or moisture. Maint
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10/15/2008
The nights are getting colder, and you're thinking about lighting a cozy fire. Read the information below before you strike that match. Although you might be thinking about using your fireplace to cut down on your heating bills, many fireplaces can actually remove more heat from a house than t
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10/15/2008
Have you ever inspected a crawlspace? I don't mean, "poke your head in" type of inspection. I mean a "down and dirty, on your hands and knees, with cobwebs in your face," type of inspection. If the answer is yes, I'm sure you couldn't wait to get out of there. If you answered no, however, you sho
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10/12/2008
According to Dr. John D. Shane, Vice President of Laboratory services of PRO-LAB millions of homes across America have hidden water leaks that are promoting mold growth that can expose homeowners to mold spores. Mold has a potential to cause health problems like allergies, irritation (to lungs,
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10/06/2008
Water may be essential to life, but as a destructive force, water can diminish the value of your home or building. Homes, as well as Commercial buildings, can suffer water damage that results in increased maintenance costs, a decrease in the value of the property, lowered productivity and poten
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10/06/2008
Mold Basics The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. Why is mold growing in my home? Molds
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10/06/2008
Only about 30% of a home's heating system is reviewed by the local gas provider if they are called out for a seasonal start-up. This leaves 70% of the review of the heating system to the homeowner or possibly to untrained personnel. Heater venting systems are a major concern every winter in e
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10/06/2008
