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COMMON PROBLEMS

Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Here’s links to a collection of our blog posts about COMMON PROBLEMS:

What are the common problems with attic insulation?

What are the problems to look for when buying a homeowner remodeled house? 

• What are the common problems of 1920s houses?

What are the common problems of 1930s houses?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1940s house?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1950s house?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1960s house?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1970s home?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1980s house?

What are the common problems to look for when buying a 1990s house?

• What are the common problems to look for when buying a house built in the 2000s?

• What are common problems found at a one-year warranty inspection of a new house? 

What are the most common problems with wall/window air conditioners? 

What are the most common problems with wood roof trusses?

What are the most common plumbing problems with older houses? 

What are the most common defects with over-the-range microwaves? 

What are the common problems to look for when the plumbing has been replaced in a house?

What are the most common installation mistakes with water heater replacement? 

What problems should I look for when buying a country house or rural property?

What problems should I look for when buying a house that has been moved? 

What problems should I look for when buying a house that has been vacant or abandoned?

What should I look for when buying a house that is being "flipped" by an investor seller? 

What are the common problems you find inspecting windows?

What are the most common problems with older mobile homes? 

What are the common problems when a homeowner converts a garage to conditioned living space, such as a family room?

What do I need to know about buying a foreclosure? 

What should I look for when buying a former rental house? 

Do similar problems occur in houses in the same neighborhood?

What are the most common homeowner electrical wiring mistakes? 

• What are the most common problems with older houses?

• What are the common problems to look for when buying one side (half) of a duplex? 

What are the most common problems/defects found with electric receptacle outlets during a home inspection?

• What are the most common problems with washing machine installation and maintenance?

What are the mistakes to avoid when doing attic improvements?

• What are common problems with split-bus electrical panels? 

What are the problems with buying a house sight unseen?

 What are the common problems with concrete block homes? 

• What are the common problems with an electrical panel dead front? 

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