Larry Wedige's (LarryInspects) Blog

Buying your first home or tenth home is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. One of the smartest moves you can make is to stay fully involved during your home inspection. Asking questions isn’t about being nosy; it’s about understanding what you’re investing in. A home inspection is your o...

Why You Definitely Don’t Need a Home Inspection (According to Experts on Facebook and Your Uncle Carl)Let’s be honest. Home inspections are so overrated. Who needs professional insight into the biggest purchase of their life when you’ve got gut feelings, folklore, and a dad who once rewired a lam...

I came across an article about credit card skimming. Here is a brief summary with a link to the article below:Credit‑card skimming has gone stealth. Razor‑thin scanners hide inside pumps and ATMs; malicious code burrows into checkout pages. Data leaves the terminal before encryption and surfaces ...

Should My Realtor Attend the Home Inspection?Buying a home is one of the most pivotal investments you’ll ever make. As part of the process, a home inspection is crucial—it helps ensure you're not walking into a costly trap. One question that often comes up: Should your Realtor attend the inspecti...

Do I Really Need a Home Inspection? Here's Why It MattersThinking about skipping the home inspection? You might want to think again. Here’s what every smart home buyer needs to know before signing on the dotted line.When you're buying a home—especially in a competitive market like San Antonio—it’...

Beat the Heat and High Bills: Your Guide to Summer Energy Savings When the Texas heat kicks in, it's no surprise that energy bills follow suit. But just because the temperatures soar doesn’t mean your utility costs have to. By making a few smart changes around your home, you can enjoy a cool, com...

You’re out there trying to make a living and the last thing you expect is a cyber crook shutting you down. Yet hackers often find their way in through something as simple as a weak password. Think of each password as a key to your digital doors at home and at work. If one key is flimsy or reused,...

New Roof Checklist Use this New Roof Checklist to make sure is properly installed. ○    Did the roofer obtain a permit? Most jurisdictions, with the exception of some counties, require a permit. Ask for proof of permit.○    Is the roofer licensed? Ask for a copy of his license.○    Is the roofer...

May is Deck Safety MonthYour deck is the perfect place to enjoy warm weather with friends and loved ones. However, a poorly maintained or unsafe deck could possibly collapse, causing serious injuries to you and your guests. During Deck Safety Month ® in May, experts recommend homeowners Check You...

Texas has specific requirements for home inspectors when it comes to the foundation pat of a home inspection. This article from the Texas Real Estate Commission gives some insight into what an inspector can do when it comes to the foundation inspection. As inspectors are not engineers, they canno...