by Home Standards | Oct 8, 2024 | New Construction, Radon, Safety
The Truth About Passive Radon Systems in New Construction Steve Vacha | Owner & Inspector | Home Standards Inspection Services During a recent home inspection, I came across a rough-in pipe installed into a sump pit, as per today’s building codes. This is...
by Home Standards | Jan 16, 2023 | Garage, Heating and Air, Home Inspections, Safety
A house’s HVAC vent into a garage can be dangerous. Carbon Monoxide (CO) gas from a vehicle’s exhaust may enter the home through the ductwork. This vent was discovered during a recent home inspection and we recommended it be properly...
by Home Standards | Oct 17, 2022 | Basement, Buildings Exterior, Foundation, Home Inspections, Safety, Structural
Inspector Paul inspected a 122 year old home recently. He discovered bowing walls of more than an inch and the wall is actually moving out. There are a number of temporary support posts. These temporary posts are meant to be put in place before permanent posts and...
by Home Standards | Sep 29, 2022 | Blog, Electric, Home Inspections, News, Safety
Jon recently came across an electrical breaker box that was missing knockout covers. Uncovered spaces in a breaker box are a potential safety hazard and can be fixed by clicking in “knockout covers.” Simple and easy …and VERY important! Safety First!...
by Home Standards | Sep 27, 2022 | Bathrooms, Electric, Home Inspections, Plumbing, Safety
During a recent inspection of a new construction home, Steve discovered an interesting scene. Electrical panels are not allowed to be installed in bath areas by building code for new construction properties. Had this been an older home, it would be...
by Home Standards | Sep 19, 2022 | Attics, Buildings Exterior, Electric, Home Inspections, Insulation, Plumbing, Safety
While inspecting the roof of a 90-year-old home recently, Paul found a few air vents that were improperly flashed. The shingles should go over the sides of the vent to prevent rainwater from getting under the fixture and go into the house. During his home inspection...
