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Excessive length – more than 30 feet use of more than four elbows or bends in discharge piping, or reduction of discharge line size will cause a restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the
valve.
Residential swimming pools are a great source of enjoyment for families, but they can also pose a serious safety hazard if proper safety barriers are not installed. As a home inspector, it’s crucial to have an understanding of the safety barrier guidelines for residential pools to ensure that your clients Read more…
Safety glass is an important feature in homes, especially in areas like bathrooms and near doors. Home inspectors should be aware of safety glass code requirements and ensure proper installation to reduce the risk of injury in case of glass breakage.
A home inspection is a critical step in the home-buying process. It helps to ensure that the home you are considering is safe, functional, and in good condition. One of the key components of a home inspection is the deck inspection. This is because decks can be a source of Read more…
Standards of Practice Home inspection regulations vary by state. In Washington, there’s a set standard of practice and code of ethics. However, some states don’t have specific standards, in which case the ASHI Home Inspection standard, being the oldest and widely recognized national standard, should be followed. It serves as Read more…
training again! We really have missed the interaction that is really only possible with face-to-face education.
In an effort to return to the classroom safely, we have adopted several guidelines based on the recommendations from the Washington State Department of Health. We will continue to offer online classes for those that are unvaccinated and or want to take the program via zoom. Students and staff who Read more…
Square D Plug-on-Neutral panel Recall Date: June 16, 2022 When working in a trade like home inspection you need to keep up all the time with the latest building news. Thanks to Charles Buell for bringing this to our attention.A few days ago the Consumer Protection Safety Commission released this Read more…
Source: Reuben Saltzman, Structure Tech Home InspectionThis is one of the easiest voltage testers to use this is something a homeowner ought to have. A contactless voltage tester is going to tell you if something is or isn’t energized. The one drawback to these is they’re great they’re really really good Read more…
This may be the most dangerous deck I’ve ever inspected. It has a cantilever construction that is hanging over the support beam by approximately 12 ft! There’s only ten feet of joist behind the beam. This makes the entire structure want to teeter totter over down the embankment. The only Read more…