Real homes.
Real findings.
A closer look at the details Brad encounters while inspecting Houston-area homes, with original photographs and practical explanations.
INSPECTION FIELD NOTESWhat a Pre-Sheetrock Inspection Revealed in Manvel, TX
Real Inspection Findings by Brad Leland, Professional Home Inspector
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESExposed Roof Decking
There are openings or gaps in the roof structure of this new construction home (soffit & facia) where the metal drip edge is not complete leaving the roof decking exposed at the ends of the gables in the front of the hom...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESGreat Weather for a New Home Inspection
Great time of year. The weather was perfect today for a New Home Final Inspection.
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESDrone helps to inspect Chimney not accessible due to height.
Due to the height of some roofs, chimneys are not always safely accesible. I use the drone to further investigate the cause of water penetrataion seen in the attic around the chimney flue pipe. Proper sealing of firepla...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESHow Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in Greater Houston?
See current starting fees, understand what changes your estimate, and use Brad's instant inspection fee calculator without providing personal information.
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESWater Penetration at Windows
It has been raining for days here in Houston and it's not a good thing when the windows are not sealed properly on the exterior of the home. Sometimes the moisture barrier during initial construction my not be complete a...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESRainy day inspections....
Sometimes it is good to go out to the inspection on a rainy day. The inspection lasts several hours so there's usually a long enough pause to get up on the roof safely. The benefit is you can find active leaks that would...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESPreventing Squeaky Stairs
During the frame/pre sheetrock phase inspections on new homes I commonly see this condition "shiners". These are nails that have missed the riser/joist and have been left in. These nails should be removed so that squeaky...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESIf you see a damaged outlet like this.....
Watch out, it is an indication of damage caused by overheating of aluminum wiring and could be a fire hazard. Aluminum wiring was installed in some homes in the 60's and 70's and though it is not officially "recalled" it...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESBehind the locked door.....
It's always a good idea to have access to the entire home. During this new home inspection one of the bedroom doors was locked. We had to go through some issues but eventually the door was opened and what we found was a ...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESNew Home Final Inspection dishwasher was leaking after operation.
New Home 3rd Party Inspection. After running the dishwasher we discovered it was leaking out onto the floor. Never a fun surprise when you move in and another reason New Homes need to be inspected. It takes a while for t...
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INSPECTION FIELD NOTESHouston Area Flood Plane Map
https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search
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