Calif. Civil Code §1954 Calif. Health and Safety Code §17973 Amended by S.B. 721 Effective date: January 1, 2019 Exterior elevated elements in buildings with three or more multifamily residences that include load-bearing components, like balconies, decks or any structure that extends beyond the walls of a building and has a walking surface elevated more … Continue reading California’s New Balcony Inspection Laws
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Excessive water buildup in the landscaping can create muddy and soggy areas that may invite insects to populate. The number one problem we see as home inspectors is twofold. A lack of properly installed downspouts and gutters and improper grading of the surrounding landscape. Let’s discuss these two most common property drainage problems and what … Continue reading What are… Two of the most common property drainage issues?
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Mold issues can affect the health of your client, family, and also the value of the home whether buying or selling. In the real estate industry, mold issues are thought by many to be a factor that may hurt a deal. Due to that fact, some agents are hesitant to recommend a mold inspection, the … Continue reading Detecting and Preventing Summertime Mold Issues
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Set client expectations prior to the accepted offer Inform buyers that their inspection contingency is short, and they will need multiple inspections. Plus, they may need to obtain estimates from contractors after the general inspection is done. Tell clients that it can cost well over $1,000, but that’s less than 1/2000th of the cost of … Continue reading Tips on a smooth transaction
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Take Advantage of the Time When clients are told: You will need to get a home inspection, clients may think there is only one inspection to get. However, the general physical inspection is one of 37+ inspection choices for a residential property in California. (See the “Buyer’s Inspection Elections” – revised 06/2019) The property’s visible … Continue reading Are You Wasting Days? (1 to 3 Days)
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Tip #1 Verify that all utilities and operable pilot lights are on through the date of possession. Why? A general physical and other inspections cannot be completed without all utilities on. It is in the contract (the Residential Purchase Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions), Item 12 C. Neglecting to can add time and avoidable stress … Continue reading Listing Tips for Smooth Escrows
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We have additional tips designed to help you prevent summertime mold issues: In many areas, such as near a body of water or the Pacific Ocean, high humidity levels are common. Keeping humidity levels between 30 & 60 percent inside the house will go a long way in solving or preventing mold problems. Use air … Continue reading Preventing Summertime Mold Issues – Part 2
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Mold issues can affect the health of yourself and your family. As well as the value of the home on the real estate market. In the real estate industry, mold issues are thought by many to be a factor that may hurt a deal. We want to help by providing information to keep homes mold-free … Continue reading Preventing Summer Mold Issues
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Are you getting ready to purchase a home and planning a future add-on? Are you building your dream home? If the property was developed prior to 1965 in the City of Los Angeles, the following information is good to know before you plan. The Los Angeles City Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering requires … Continue reading Many Building Permits Come with High Price Tags
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Hello, my name is John LeBaron. I began my inspection career as a LaRocca Inspections general inspector in 1999. Before that I demolished and rebuilt fireplaces & chimneys. I was a general framing contractor earlier in my career. Seeing a need for specific chimney & fireplace inspections for our industry, I co-founded Chimney Check in … Continue reading Gas, Fake or New Fireplace Inspections
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