1. PERSPECTIVES Finding an Inspection Company You Can TrustBuyers,sellers,and real estate professionals all have one thing in common when selecting a home inspector — they want a realistic assessment of the property that won’t scare anyone. A good home inspector will have the experience and the communication skills necessary to present information in a manner that does not play on the emotional aspects of the transaction.All homes are in need of some repair — your inspector should help everyone keep this in perspective and stay focused on making sound financial decisions.Selecting a home inspector with strong qualifications,training,and supportis crucial.While professional organizations and training companies have helped,there can be a significant gap in services and value provided within the industry. Buyers Protection Group understands the sensitive nature of buying and selling real estate and we’re working hard to providevalue to both Realtors and their clients.That's why with everyhome inspection we provide: ˆExclusive E&O Insurance with Referring REALTOR®Coverage ˆA 90-Day Guarantee on Most Items Inspected ˆ12 Months of Extended AdviceSM ˆOur Superior Service GuaranteeOur 90-Day Guaranteeprotects buyers on major systems that weinspect — just in case something goes wrong after the inspection. In addition,we provide 12 months of our Extended Adviceservice that provides a home maintenance plan plus tools to help manage the home during the first critical year of ownership. In fact,clients can easily access our inspectors free of charge— even on new issues that were not present at the time of the inspection.Water intrusion problems,windows that will not shut, or advice on a room addition — our expertise and advice continuesfor a full year.No one provides more value or protection for theirclients. As one of the largest employee-based inspection companies ,we employ more than 240 inspectors,engineers,and service professionals who must meet rigorous training and on-going quality review standards.Our inspections meet or exceed all state andindustry standards (ASHI®,CREIA®,NACHI®).Furthermore,we’re confident that our inspections provide real value so we provideour Superior Service Guarantee on every order.If you’re not satisfied with our service or value,we’ll make sure you get your feereturned — it’s that simple. We believe home inspections shouldn’t end at the driveway. While our reports may be printed on-site or delivered electronically in a few hours,we know adding real value means being there forthe long haul and standing behind our work.That’s why we’re celebrating our 17th year of growth — and why we remain committed to earning your business every day. We’re working to be your expert — we’re working to earn your business. Home WarrantyIHome InspectionsICommercial InspectionsIEnvironmentalHome Warranty is offered and administered through BPG Home Warranty Company.©2010 BPG is a registered trademark of BPG Holdings,LLC. Provided by:
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If your attic is fully accessible and you are an experienced Do-It-Yourselfer, then there are guides available that provide step-by-step instructions for stopping common air leaks and adding insulation to the attic area. An excellent article is “A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Energy Star Home Sealing,” found at www.energystar.gov under home improvement.
There may be tax credits available for some of your work. A good reference is
www.energytaxincentives.org or www.dsireusa.org.
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Our View on Air Sealing and Insulation
Weekend Projects That Pay (up to $6,400)
We often notice air leaks (drafts) in our home around windows and doors and
worry about the energy being wasted in those areas. This is particularly true in older
homes built before 1995. What you may not realize is that more significant air leaks are actually hidden in the attic, basement or crawl space areas. Sealing and insulating the exterior shell (envelope) of the home is the most effective method of improving energy efficiency and comfort levels. By stopping air leaks and adding needed insulation, the EPA estimates that a typical home owner can save up to 10% of their total annual energy bill or up to $6400 over the life of the heating and cooling units.
In homes with forced air heating and cooling systems, ducts typically lose about 20 percent of the forced air from the ducts due to air leaks and poorly sealed connections. Particularly in older homes, many ducts that run through un-conditioned spaces are not fully insulated or not insulated at all. Sealing these connections and adding needed insulation can have a dramatic impact on your energy bill. Rob Rehm
Buyers Protection Group
Residential and Commercial
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