Knowing A Home

 

Knowing A Home

April 29, 2023

Whenever starting a home inspection on a home, I look at the neighborhood, problems from neighbors can indicate problems with the home I will be doing. For instance, if I see trees older trees with huge trunks tell me that there are possible roots that may damage your foundation. If I see a tree leaning a certain way it tells me the soil is soft and may have water issues. So in reality I really start the inspection a few blocks from the home. 


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