Central Florida Building Inspector’s Learning Center
Welcome to the Central Florida Building Inspectors Learning Center. Our blog is focused on home inspections and other home and safety related subjects. The topics are based on our experience providing home inspections in and around Orlando, FL.
What is mold and Why Should I be Bothered about it in my Home?
Firstly, let’s take a look at what mold actually is, mold is part of the natural world and the surrounding environment. Outside the home, mold plays a vital part in the breakdown of organic matter such as rotten dead wood, leaves, and other commonly found organic matter. Now, it is perfectly fine for mold to […]
Tips for the Seller to Prepare Before a Home Inspection Takes Place
When the time comes to sell your home, it can be quite a nervy time. As you probably know, most homebuyers will be attending in person with their own hired home inspector. So, it’s best if you are the seller of the home you are well prepared and ready for any home inspection that is […]
Can a Home Inspection help me Financially?
Buying a home is an exciting time for those involved, but it can also be quite a stressful time as well. The endless searching finally ceases when you eventually find a property that you feel you can call home. What you need to watch out for, after choosing a home, is that if you are […]
How important is a Wind Mitigation Test and How Does it Affect my Home Insurance?
When you are thinking about purchasing a property, or you already own a property, make sure to contact a professional home inspection company for a home review on that property. A home inspection is not just a one-time service, there are many specialist services home inspection company’s offer to give customers peace of mind. One service, […]
My Future Home looks Fine, Why do I need a Home Inspection?
Did you know that around two out of every five homes in the USA suffer from some sort of major defect? The thing about major defects is that they are generally not cheap to fix, hence the term major defect. A major defect, such as, a damaged neglected roof can cost anything upward of $15,000 […]
What to know about Asbestos in the Home
In the past, building standards were not as strict and far more relaxed then what they are today. This means there were a number of various materials used in everyday construction because they were cheaper to work with. Unfortunately, it has been found out that some of the materials used pose a serious health […]
A Home Inspection is a great way to Professionally Identify Termite Activity
The sight of termites in and around your home is never a good thing. As a homebuyer, it can be a deal killer and it’s a sign that you’ll need to dip into your emergency funds in order to treat and eradicate them. After they are gone, you’ll need to repair the damage caused to the […]
Should the Presence of Mold put you off Buying a Home?
When you are looking to buy a home, there are many specialized services a professional home inspection can offer you. One of the services that is very important is the testing for mold. Mold is very distinctive and has a recognizable odor. The first thing you are likely to notice is the smell, which indicates […]
What’s the Best Decision you can Make when Looking to Buy a Home?
Buying a home is “up there” with the most important decision you will make in your life. So much needs considered when looking to buy a home, things like, location, cost, size, layout, nearby schools, and myriad of other personal preferences. Each need to be looked at and weighed before any final decision to […]