Arch Inspections

10 Most Common Home Inspection Problems

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The 10 Most Common Home Inspection Problems 1. Faulty wiring—open junction boxes, amperage mismatches, no wire nuts on wires. The cure: Fix junction boxes; upgrade to at least 100 amps. 2. Poor grading and drainage—spongy soil around the foundation, signs of leaking in basement. The cure: Regrade so that grounds slopes away from house for … Read more

8 questions to ask when looking for the best home inspector

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Are you under contract on your new home?  If so, here are 7 questions you must ask to find the best home inspector. Choose an inspector who wants you around during the entire inspection. “We recommend bringing the clients there during the inspection every single time from start to finish,” Frank (Owner of Arch Inspections) says, … Read more

How much should a home inspection cost?

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How much should a home inspection cost? This is often the first question prospective home buyers ask a home inspector. (Asking the inspector about their qualifications, experience and how they get most of their business, should be the first questions.) In home inspection, one size does not fit all. The level of experience and talent of … Read more

Home Inspections and Divorce

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When divorce proceedings begin, one of the items on a seemingly endless to-do list is to determine how jointly-owned property will be divided. The largest single thing on that list is usually the home. A divorce is never a pleasant experience. Egos and personalities all get bruised, assaulted, and every imaginable button gets pushed. What … Read more