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Thermal Imaging in Home Inspections: What It Finds (and Why It’s Worth It)

Ever hear your inspector mention thermal imaging and wonder what that actually means? In simple terms, it helps inspectors spot issues you can’t see with your eyes alone.

What Questions Should I Ask a Home Inspector?

What Questions Should I Ask a Home Inspector? You found the house. You made the offer. Now it’s time for the inspection—the part where you really find out what you’re buying.

How Long Does a Home Inspection Take? And What Affects the Timeline

Are you getting ready for a home inspection or just trying to figure out what actually happens during one? If so, you’ve probably wondered how long a home inspection takes. The..

Summer Home Maintenance Checklist: Protect Your Investments from Heat, Storms, and Pests

Summer's here—and while you're enjoying well-deserved time outdoors, your home is quietly dealing with heat, storms, and seasonal stress. The good news? A few proactive steps now..

What is an electrical inspection?

What is an electrical inspection, and why do homeowners and building owners need one?

Here's the average number of home inspector defects by state

What a wind mitigation inspection is and why home inspectors should offer them.

If you're a certified home inspector in Florida, you likely offer wind mitigation inspections. If you're a certified home inspector in Florida and you don't currently offer wind..