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Before purchasing your home, look at where the rainwater on the roof will flow. Where does the rainwater go? Does the water push against a wall? These conditions create a vulnerable condition roof for leaks. An ideal roof installation will allow the water to flow in one direction straight off the eave. Look at the streaking and cracked stucco below the front entry wall. Water has entered it. Most newer homes have a fancy design in front to catch your eye. This design is attractive and helps to sell the home. The rear slope of the house is usually “boring” but more reliable.

Thermal imaging cameras we have can help detect leaks or insulation flaws that a normal camera cannot detect. Missing insulation may increase your utility bills and can affect comfort in the home. Thermal cameras let us see what our naked eyes can’t, regardless of lighting conditions. Call us to book your home inspection today.

One of the unique gems of older homes and history.

This milk slot was found during an El Paso home inspection. The milkman used to drop the butter, milk or whatever you ordered into a slot in the sidewall of the home (icebox). The clip at the bottom would be for an invoice. This was found in an early 1900 home.

Unsafe door landings that drop down or a door that opens over a stairwell can be dangerous. A door landing that was not at least the width of the door was found last month at a new home inspection in El Paso. If you step in from the side garage door, you can trip, twist an ankle, and fall on the curb. Commonly found at new homes and older El Paso area homes?

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Please call FYI Property Inspection for your new or pre-owned home inspection. (915)490-3160

This electrical panel was found during a home inspection last week. These unsafe wires were not installed by a licensed electrician. Homeowner or handyman installed wiring can be quite dangerous. When this type of work is visible, start thinking about what else may be installed in the walls, and what other “repairs” or “upgrades” were made.

Dryer vent terminations with screens I find too often during home inspections. Smashed covers are also not to be on the dryer vent termination. They pose a fire hazard. The vent termination should have a damper flap that opens/ closes fully to keep birds and rodents out of the home. Dryers that vent through the wall are the preferred method, but many newer homes vent through the roof. You should check your drying times frequently to indicate a possible blockage in the vent pipe.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us! (915) 490-3160