How to Detect For Carbon Monoxide in Your Home
The only reliable way to detect carbon monoxide (CO) in your home is with a working CO detector, because the gas has no color, no odor, and no taste. You cannot sense it without one. Carbon monoxide poisoning sends tens of thousands of Americans to emergency rooms each year and is responsible for hundreds of […]
What a Swimming Pool Inspection Covers & Why You Need One
A swimming pool inspection is a thorough, documented review of your pool’s structure, equipment, safety features, and water systems to confirm everything is working safely and functioning properly. Whether you are buying a home with a pool, preparing to sell, or just want peace of mind heading into swim season, knowing what inspectors look for […]
What Is a Pre-Listing Home Inspection?
A pre-listing home inspection is a professional evaluation of your home’s condition ordered by you, the seller, before your home hits the market. It covers the same systems a buyer’s inspector would check, but you see the results first. That means you decide what to fix, what to disclose, and how to price without a […]
Tips for Negotiating Repairs Post-Inspection
Almost every home inspection turns up something. The question isn’t whether issues will appear; it’s how to handle them. Buyers can request repairs, ask for a seller credit, or negotiate a price reduction. Sellers can accept, counter, or decline. Knowing how to approach that conversation is what determines whether you close the deal or walk […]
The Value of Inspecting for Termites Before Closing
Introduction You’ve found the home. The offer is accepted. But before closing day arrives, there’s one step too many buyers overlook: inspecting for termites. Termites are often called “silent destroyers” for a reason. By the time you notice soft wood, sticking door frames, or bubbling paint, the damage may have been building for years without […]
Mold in Attic Spaces: What a Homeowner Needs to Know
You probably don’t spend much time in your attic. Most homeowners don’t, and that’s exactly why mold in the attic is one of the most common problems inspectors find during a home inspection. Attic mold can grow quietly for quite a while before anyone notices. By the time it’s discovered, usually during a pre-listing or […]
How You Can Do Routine Maintenance on Your Property
3 Inexpensive Home Maintenance Projects That Could Save You Thousands Routine maintenance: two words that likely evoke eye rolls, exasperated sighs, and dread for most homeowners who read, hear, or even think about them. However, they’re also a homeowner’s best line of defense when it comes to protecting their most important investment – their home. […]
Looking to do a low-maintenance update on the exterior of your home? Learn how you can follow 2020 trends.
Low Maintenance, High Curb Appeal: Top Exterior Home Trends of 2020 Whether you are thinking of selling your home next year or only looking to update certain elements, investing in your exterior will deliver a return on your investment in both resale value and enjoyment. From siding and garage door to the landscape and patio, […]
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My HomeTeam Now Available In Your Area Looking to schedule an inspection fast? Scheduling your HomeTeam inspections just got even easier with My HomeTeam, your own personal inspection dashboard that functions like an app! You can quickly see our availability and schedule an inspection with minimal typing, view past inspections performed for you by our […]
Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips | HomeTeam Inspection Service
Seasonal Home Maintenance Guide The Seasonal Maintenance Resource helps homeowners prepare for each season with targeted checklists. From spring inspections to winter prep, it outlines key tasks like cleaning gutters, servicing HVAC units, and winterizing plumbing. Organized by season, the guide helps you avoid unexpected issues and maintain year-round home comfort. It’s a smart, preventive […]
