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2025
Cracks in a garage floor are one of the most common things I see during a NJ home inspection, and they almost always raise questions. A buyer walks into the garage, looks down, and sees a jagged crack running across the concrete. The next question is usually, “Is this a structural issue?” or “Sho...
06/29/2025
As a NJ home inspector, I see it all the time, a small roof leak that has been ignored for too long. It usually starts with a water stain on a ceiling or a small drip during a storm. It seems minor, and because the ceiling dries out or the rain stops, the homeowner forgets about it. But here is t...
06/28/2025
As a NJ home inspector, I get this question all the time “Why is this one room always warmer (or colder) than the rest of the house?” It's a frustrating problem for homeowners and buyers alike. You walk into one bedroom, or the den, or maybe a corner of the basement, and the temperature is comple...
06/28/2025
Should I Worry About Mold During a Home Inspection?Mold is one of those things people tend to worry about when buying a home, and for good reason. It is common, it can affect indoor air quality, and in some cases, it points to bigger moisture problems in the home.During a home inspection, mold ma...
06/22/2025
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What Fails a Home Inspection?A lot of people ask me, “What fails a home inspection?”The short answer is—nothing really fails.A home inspection is not a pass/fail test. It is a detailed, unbiased look at the home’s current condition from top to bottom. That said, there are things that commonly cau...
06/21/2025
Do I Really Need a Home Inspection on a New Construction Home?If you are buying a brand-new house, you might be wondering, Do I need a home inspection on new construction? The builder says everything is up to code. The house looks perfect. It even has that new home smell. But the truth is, yes — ...
06/21/2025
Should I Get a Home Inspection Before Selling My House?If you are planning to sell your home, you may be wondering if it is worth getting a home inspection before you put your home on the market. Most people associate home inspections with working for the buyer. But pre-listing inspections, done...
06/16/2025
How Long Should a Home Inspection Take?As a full-time home inspector with over 24 years in the home inspection field, I get asked this question often: “How long does a home inspection take?” The short answer? For an average-sized home, a comprehensive home inspection should take between 3 and 4 h...
06/14/2025
