Jim EllisOct 19, 20221 minWater heater concernsThis water heater was recently replaced. It was in the direct path of cars. Missing a tpr tube (potentially dangerous) the thermostat was...
Jim EllisDec 17, 20201 minBe careful of “home completely updated”This home in Elberta Alabama could have used a licensed plumber or at least someone that had some idea of modern plumbing installation...
Jim EllisDec 19, 20161 minChristmas SafetyWith the cold winter Holidays here, brings a time for celebration, and that means more cooking, home decorating, entertaining, and an...
Jim EllisDec 5, 20161 minSave some BIG $$$$ with D.O.E.Lots of savings are available when making our homes more energy efficient. The Department of Energy has lots of ideas and programs...
Jim EllisFeb 22, 20161 minHome & CO SafetyI just finished an inspection that the client didn’t want, at first. Her lending institution told her she needed one to get a loan....
Jim EllisOct 1, 20141 minBidet’sThis may be a little unorthodox for most, but we do live in a country full of inventive people. I kind of think of this as a Redneck...
Jim EllisJun 17, 20141 minWater Catch PanNewer building dictates that there is a catch pan under the water heater if a leak will damage the interior materials and belongings. I...
Jim EllisMay 4, 20141 minDrainage problems?You don’t have to be a Home Inspector to think something might be wrong with this sink drain. Just in case, there is a huge bottle of...
Jim EllisJan 5, 20111 minHow long will it last?Very often I am asked how much longer will these appliance last. There are so many variables that I can’t accurately answer the question....