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Before your home inspector arrives, it’s helpful to remove all items from under sinks, at the attic hatch or crawl space entrance, and around water heaters and HVAC systems. Inspectors need clear access to these elements to inspect them thoroughly.

Helpful advice for first-time home buyers who want to avoid costly home buying mistakes.

A deck inspection can help avert a costly and dangerous situation. A trained home inspector can determine if a deck is attached to the dwelling correctly and that it is properly supported. They will also check the flashing, which diverts water away from wooden decks, as well as the railings, stairs and drainage areas. HouseMaster inspectors are trained and certified! Visit HOUSEMASTER.COM to find your local HouseMaster home inspector.

A New Year’s Resolution for Your Home! Every home requires care and ongoing maintenance. HouseMaster home inspectors can help you identify the items that require repairs now and help you prioritize other common maintenance tasks. And with HouseMaster you get access to the HouseMaster Cloud to help you track it all!

Will 2021 continue to be a seller’s market? This and other predictions for the year ahead from Zillow.

Happy New Year! We’re looking forward to a positive year ahead full of every good thing. Let’s do this!

Questions to ask your home inspector before, during and after your home inspection. https://www.realtor.com//questions-to-ask-a-home-inspecto/

To those who have served, and those still serving, thank you Veterans!

A raised foundation (aka, crawl space) makes a home more susceptible to moisture intrusion, heat loss and pests that can affect the condition of the home. As a homeowner, inspecting a crawl space may be a home maintenance task you don’t care to do. Fortunately, a qualified home inspector can evaluate the space under your home, report on current conditions, and advise remedial action as needed.

Along with prepping your home for the holidays, here’s your suggested home maintenance checklist for November.

Ask the Expert Should sellers hire their own home inspector? Answer https://www.dailyherald.com//should-sellers-hire-their-own Learn more about our pre-listing inspections for home sellers in this quick video https://vimeo.com/397042595

Need to tidy up your home for the holidays? Follow this day-by-day plan to help you prioritize chores.