by James Barrie | Aug 18, 2023 | Buyers Tips, Commercial Buildings
A property condition report (PCR), a.k.a. a commercial building inspection report, should always be ordered when looking to acquire an existing commercial real estate building. Additionally, the commercial building inspection will document the condition of items such...
by James Barrie | Jul 21, 2023 | Buyers Tips, Pre-Listing Tips
Your home is generally your biggest investment. Therefore, it is critical to take all necessary precautions when you are buying a home to ensure you are making the best financial decision. One of those decisions is hiring a home inspector. What Matters Selecting A...
by James Barrie | Jul 4, 2023 | Buyers Tips, General Home Info, Pre-Listing Tips
Summertime is here, and that is typically when the real estate market is the busiest! Along with more competitive offers being submitted by most buyers, comes the problematic shortened option periods! We’re going to discuss some reasons why you don’t skip the home...
by James Barrie | May 27, 2023 | Buyers Tips, General Home Info
Termites and other Wood Destroying Insects (WDI) are one of the most damaging and difficult pests that could physically damage your home. They can target the wooden structure of your home, leaving your home with damage that can mean replacing studs, plywood, or other...
by James Barrie | May 12, 2023 | General Home Info, Repairs and Updates
If you have a septic system, you may have heard that you cannot use a garbage disposal with a septic system. In reality, you can have a garbage disposal (aka food waste disposal unit), but you’ll need to use it properly and sparingly! Most people who live in...
by James Barrie | Apr 28, 2023 | Buyers Tips, General Home Info, Pre-Listing Tips
Buying or Selling a home in the near future? Let’s discuss some items that are common for inspectors to find. Cosmetic flaws and minor repairs, like settling cracks in drywall or a broken windowpane, might come up in an inspection report. However, these small...
by James Barrie | Mar 31, 2023 | Buyers Tips, General Home Info, Repairs and Updates
In today’s blog post, we will go over a bit of information about galvanized water pipes, and what to look out for if your home has them. Victoria Texas and surrounding areas have a lot of homes with galvanized piping! Some homeowners have replaced some or most of this...
by James Barrie | Mar 20, 2023 | General Home Info, Repairs and Updates
Here in hot South Texas, our air conditioners go through an awful lot. Summer temperatures can reach well into the upper 90’s and stay there from May through September. Which is why proper HVAC maintenance is so important. Today we’ll go over some DIY HVAC Maintenance...
by James Barrie | Mar 3, 2023 | General Home Info, Repairs and Updates
Have you left your pool alone all fall and winter? The weather’s warming up, so here are some tried-and-true tips to get your pool summer ready! Plan ahead though, your pool won’t be swim ready as soon as it’s warm outside. The water has been lying dormant for several...
by James Barrie | Feb 20, 2023 | Buyers Tips
When buying a home, it’s important to invest in a thorough home inspection to ensure that you’re aware of any potential issues with the property before you make your purchase. While it may be tempting to hire the cheapest home inspector you can find, this...
by James Barrie | Feb 6, 2023 | Buyers Tips, Pre-Listing Tips
If you’re interested in purchasing a new home, you’re probably on the fence because of a few issues. This is most likely a combination of high interest rates, and lack of available homes. There is some good news on the horizon though. The housing market is beginning...
by James Barrie | Jan 16, 2023 | Buyers Tips
Buying a new property can be a whirlwind of challenges. One of the most important is handling any repairs that may be necessary. A big question is, “Who is Paying For Repairs”? Dealing with property renovations before you close a deal can be a complicated issue. You...
by James Barrie | Jan 6, 2023 | Repairs and Updates
Drain Trap Types Your Barrie Inspections home inspection includes inspection of the plumbing system, including checking for improper drain traps, leaks, and poor connections. There are roughly 14 types of traps in existence, including the Q, P, S, Gully, floor,...
by James Barrie | Dec 20, 2022 | General Home Info
As a homeowner, you inevitably ask yourself – or your professional home inspector when you’re buying a property – how long major structures and systems will last once you move in. This includes questions about the roof, HVAC unit, windows. Because you know home...
by James Barrie | Dec 13, 2022 | General Home Info
Buying or selling a home can be a daunting task, but this can be greatly influenced by your selection of real estate inspector. Today we’ll go over what to look for when choosing a real estate inspector here in Victoria, Texas. This way you can make sure to find the...
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