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Be careful of “home completely updated”
Jim Ellis
  • Dec 17, 2020
  • 1 min

Be 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...
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Brick veneer cracks
Jim Ellis
  • Jan 8, 2018
  • 1 min

Brick veneer cracks

It’s not uncommon to find cracks in a brick veneer sided home. Lots of different reasons are possible. Most often in our area, it’s minor...
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Roof leak repairs
Jim Ellis
  • Jan 15, 2017
  • 1 min

Roof leak repairs

During this home inspection we noticed a few water stains on the 1st floor, then directly above on the 2nd floor and yes, then on the 3rd...
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3 way light switch
Jim Ellis
  • May 31, 2016
  • 1 min

3 way light switch

Today’s home inspection had a problem with the wiring for a 3 way switch. Wiring a 3 way light switch so that you can an operate a light...
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Home & CO Safety
Jim Ellis
  • Feb 22, 2016
  • 1 min

Home & CO Safety

I just finished an inspection that the client didn’t want, at first. Her lending institution told her she needed one to get a loan....
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Mold safety revisited
Jim Ellis
  • Nov 15, 2015
  • 1 min

Mold safety revisited

In the recent past I have started using a full face respirator. Currently model 3m 6898 which gives me lots of protection form...
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Chimney problems?
Jim Ellis
  • Mar 6, 2015
  • 1 min

Chimney problems?

We found these problems with this chimney during a recent home inspection. The base flashing had been removed and someone painted on...
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Bidet’s
Jim Ellis
  • Oct 1, 2014
  • 1 min

Bidet’s

This 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...
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Sink traps (not)
Jim Ellis
  • Jul 20, 2014
  • 1 min

Sink traps (not)

This well meaning home owner didn’t know anything about installing traps under his newly remodeled bathroom sink. All kinds of problems...
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Water Catch Pan
Jim Ellis
  • Jun 17, 2014
  • 1 min

Water Catch Pan

Newer building dictates that there is a catch pan under the water heater if a leak will damage the interior materials and belongings. I...
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Jim Ellis
  • May 21, 2014
  • 0 min

Low ceiling fans

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Drainage problems?
Jim Ellis
  • May 4, 2014
  • 1 min

Drainage 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...
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How many circuit breakers can fit?
Jim Ellis
  • Nov 10, 2011
  • 1 min

How many circuit breakers can fit?

Current building guidelines require no more than 6 main service disconnects in a main panel. During this home inspection, there were a...
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Foundation Piers
Jim Ellis
  • Nov 6, 2011
  • 1 min

Foundation Piers

These foundation piers found installed under a home are another good example of why you need a home inspection! This home had been...
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Jim Ellis
  • Jan 5, 2011
  • 1 min

How 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....
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Air filters
Jim Ellis
  • Jan 5, 2011
  • 1 min

Air filters

I frequently recommend at least a quality pleated air filter over the cheapie blue or green see through type as shown below. MERV ratings...
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Pool caution & maintenance
Jim Ellis
  • Apr 24, 2010
  • 1 min

Pool caution & maintenance

While inspecting this pool recently I had a friendly reminder, look before you leap. I started inspecting the leaf basket and drain,...
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Re-inspection
Jim Ellis
  • Apr 24, 2010
  • 1 min

Re-inspection

WE were told that the pool company had fixed the pool and the closing was set for that afternoon. The buyer requested we check out the...
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More flashing
Jim Ellis
  • Feb 13, 2009
  • 1 min

More flashing

Some people don’t seem to understand the reasoning behind flashing. It’s a must to properly flash or you can / will end up with water...
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Creative repairs
Jim Ellis
  • Aug 24, 2008
  • 1 min

Creative repairs

It is very common to find squirrels have chewed on the lead plumbing vent collars on roof tops. This eventually allows rain to enter into...
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