Once the cold weather finally seems to be behind us and the sun is shining, it is a good time to take a quick walk around your house and look to see what the winter has brought you. The Winter season can bring different conditions in different parts of the country. Even with a mild winter […]
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Ice Dams
Winter in New England is harsh and at the same time beautiful. It is inspiring to be surrounded by pristine snow covered fields and hills. Many of us enjoy the snow topped roofs and the spectacular crystalline icicles that adorn our homes. As a home inspector I have the privilege to witness these sights in […]
Winter Storms
If you live long enough you will experience a winter with heavy snow and the effects it can home on a home.. Many of us had snow damage in one form or another and many lessons learned. With the coming snow this winter and the prediction for larger storms with heavy snows here are some of the […]
Pecker Problems
Ah, the sounds of spring peepers-peeping, the bees-buzzing, the birds chirping and the Ratta tat tat of that darn woodpecker on the side of my house. There is a strange phenomenon that happens at my house every Spring. A woodpecker comes and pays us a visit. Like any good uninvited guest he usually comes at […]