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The document outlines the top 10 most common home defects according to the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors Chicago Chapter. The top defects include issues with foundation drainage, electrical systems, roofs, heating systems, plumbing, structural damage, water infiltration, crawlspace/attic ventilation, non-inspected construction defects, and installation defects. Many of these defects can lead to expensive repairs or structural failures if left unaddressed. Proper maintenance and hiring licensed contractors can help prevent major issues.
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This document lists 10 easy home inspection defects that sellers can fix to get a cleaner home inspection report. These include replacing window screens, trimming tree limbs away from the house, ensuring at least 6 inches of the foundation is visible, painting steel lintels, installing anti-siphon valves on exterior hoses, labeling breakers in the service panel, replacing worn HVAC line insulation, removing manual locks from garage doors with openers, adding anti-tip devices to free-standing ovens, and ensuring interior doors open and close properly with stops. Fixing these issues can reduce home sale negotiations over repairs.
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The document discusses basement seepage and provides suggestions to homeowners on how to address wet basement issues. The most common cause of wet basements is poor surface and roof drainage due to improper gutters, downspouts, and grading around the exterior of the home. While basement seepage is a concern, simple remedies like ensuring proper land grading and drainage systems are often effective at eliminating or reducing water entry. The document recommends homeowners first address issues with gutters, downspouts, and exterior grading before seeking a contractor.
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The document discusses signs that can indicate whether a home is a good or bad purchase. It notes that cosmetic changes like updating décor or appliances cost little and can transform a place. However, there are also unseen problems to look out for such as water damage, outdated fuse boxes, and poorly done patching jobs that could indicate larger issues. The document advises homebuyers to check for signs of neglect, structural problems like sagging roofs or chimneys, and potential insulation issues like ill-fitting windows before finalizing a purchase.
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As temperatures drop into winter’s chill, boilers kick into high gear, providing cozy, consistent warmth throughout homes. However, like all hardworking heating systems, they can slowly become less efficient over years of wear and seasonal changes. Catching small boiler problems early allows for quick tune-ups to restore performance and prevent major repair headaches down the road. But how can you identify when to call in a professional Boiler repair service? In this blog, JetAirCo, a reputed boiler services provider in the USA, will discuss some circumstances when you need professional repairing services.
Before we dive into the discussion, if you want a Boiler Installer, contact JetAirCo today. We provide our services in Smithtown, Hauppauge, St. James Lake, Ronkonkoma Commack, Northport, Long Island, and New York. Now, let’s have a look at the detailed discussion.
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