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Home Inspection Picture - September 2015

9/23/2015

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In this month's home inspection picture, we see a good example of where NOT to discharge your gutters. Adding a leader to a downspout takes the water further away from the foundation and your home.
bad gutter
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Dryer Fires in FLorida

9/18/2015

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Dryer Fires
Dryer fires have become a serious issue over the years. In fact, look at this quote from FEMA:

"An estimated 2,900 clothes dryer fires in residential buildings are reported to U.S. fire departments each year and cause an estimated 5 deaths, 100 injuries, and $35 million in property loss."

Fortunately, there are steps we can tack to help prevent this

  1. Clean the lint trap - Preferably, this would be done every time you do a load of laundry. It is easy to forget, so a small note or a decorative sign to remind you is a good idea.
  2. Clean the dryer itself - Unfortunately the lint trap does not catch everything, and the dryer barrel is often left unchecked.
  3. Check your gas - If you have a gas dryer, they are very energy efficient but gas is an obvious danger if it leaks. Be sure to have the gas connections checked regularly by a professional.
  4. Check the hose - The dryer hose may be one of the hardest things to check, but it may be one of the most important areas. Be sure to check it and clean it regularly.  
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Ten Ways to Prepare For Your Orlando Area Home Inspection

9/3/2015

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Speed up the home inspection process by preparing for the home inspection ahead of time using the following tips. The home inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns. 

  1. Confirm that the water, electrical and gas services are turned on and that gas pilot lights are lit.
  2. Make sure pets won't hinder the home inspection. Ideally, they should be removed from the home or at least secured.
  3. Replace any light bulbs that are burned out.
  4. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace any dead batteries.
  5. Clean or replace any dirty HVAC air filters.
  6. Move store items, debris, and wood away from the foundation.
  7. Remove any items that block access to HVAC equipment, electrical service panels, water heaters, attic space and crawlspace.
  8. Unlock any locked areas that need to be accessed. Areas like the attic door or hatch, electrical service panels, basement doors and any exterior gates.
  9. Trim tree limbs away from the roof and shrubs from the exterior covering to allow for full visual access.
  10. Repair or replace any broken or missing items such as doorknobs, locks and latches, windowpanes and screens, gutters and downspouts, and chimney caps.
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Mike Receives "Best Inspectors of 2015" Award

9/1/2015

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"Your service, Hero Inspection Services, is ranked as one of Thumbtack’s Best of 2015 in the Home Inspectors category as a result of your great customer reviews. This is a terrific vote of confidence from your customers in the past year."

A Military Man's Scrutiny

Who else can be trusted with your home than a former military man who has served in Iraq? After fighting for the glory of freedom, who says Mike Mcfadden is through with serving America? Now that he has put down his ammo and decides to be of service to his fellow homeowners and buyers, he built his home inspection company.

Mike and his team make sure that every property that you buy or sell is in its best condition. Not only that, he educates his clients on the facts and on goings of the property. This is beyond customer service indeed!
"I want customers to feel confident not only in their purchase, but in owning, understanding, and operating their home." 
-Mike McFadden, Certified Master Home Inspector
Hero Inspections is a product of hard work, dedication, and a mission to serve. If you want to get your money's worth, do not hesitate to let Mike know. His services are tailored to whatever your property needs are. You will never regret choosing Mike's company, Hero Inspection Services.

Article written by Thumbtack.com
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