swimming pool inspection services

7 Reasons to Hire Swimming Pool Inspection Services

"Don't pee in the pool, or the water will turn purple!" your friends used to tell you back in the day while swimming during summer vacation. Sadly, chlorine in the water doesn't turn purple when exposed to urine. Instead, it becomes less effective at tackling bacteria...
commercial building inspections

5 Things to Know About Commercial Building Inspections

Have you ever walked into a building and wondered about its structural soundness? Have you considered buying or leasing a commercial space?  Regular inspections are essential for safety and compliance. That is especially true if you own or manage commercial buildings...
balcony railings

9 Benefits of Having Your Hotel’s Balcony Railings Inspected

Did you know that some Americans are budgeting up to three weeks of income toward summer vacations? If you run a hotel, that means you need to prepare for a surge in bookings. And that also means you need to make sure you're operating a safe building where guests can...
Pool leak detection near me

Pool Leak Detection Near Me: How Much Does Pool Leak Detection Cost?

There are about 10.4 million residential pools in the US. A pool is a great addition to any home. It provides a place to relax and have fun during the summer and also helps increase the value of a property. There can, however, be certain issues that arise with them....
pool leak detection near me

The Benefits of Professional Pool Leak Detection

It costs an average of up to $1,000 to fix a pool leak if you don't catch it in time. The expense only goes up the longer you wait. Detecting the warning signs of a leak avoids costly damages and keeps your pool healthier for longer. Don't fret if you're looking...
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Pool Inspection Checklist: What to Expect During a Swimming Pool Inspection

Swimming pools are a great way to enjoy the summer heat and cool down, but they also create a lot of water waste. Using a pool cover can stop up to 95% of pool water evaporation. But ensuring you have the best pool hardware and looking for pool cracks is also...
rental property inspection

Why Investors Should Get a Rental Property Inspection Before Buying

Your collection of financial investments sits in a pretty, pristine, and polished portfolio. At the core of your investment portfolio are stock investments, bonds, and cash. However, it also contains a wide range of assets in more tangible forms like art or real...

What are the 5 Benefits of Getting a Pre-Drywall Inspection?

America has faced an ongoing housing shortage for a while now. Chalk it up to a big falloff in new construction following the 2008 financial crisis. The big home-buying frenzy of the last few years only made it worse. So, it's not hard to understand why Americans...
4 point inspections

What are the Common Reasons for 4 Point Inspection Failures?

The average age of a home in the state of Florida is 34 years old.  Whether you are selling or buying a home or renewing your home insurance on an older home, chances are you will need a 4-point inspection in the near future. In some cases, an upcoming 4-point...
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How Often Should You Inspect Your Home?

Owning a home is an investment. You have to protect your home so that it increases in value.  One way to do so is by maintaining it. This calls for more than just giving the interior a fresh coat of paint. You must inspect your home.  A home inspection is a great way...

Central Florida Building Inspectors 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.

A Look Into the New Construction Home Inspection Process

A Look Into the New Construction Home Inspection Process

Around one-third of houses for sale are new home construction builds, which appeal to many buyers. After all, new home builds offer various benefits, but they do not come without risks. So, how can you guarantee you find a dream home you can depend on? The benefits of...

What is a Double Tapped Breaker?

What is a Double Tapped Breaker?

A double tapped breaker is found when there are two supply wires placed under one breaker lug or connection. This is found typically in the electrical sub panel breaker box and also can be found at the main breaker. Someone has purposefully installed an extra circuit...

Why is a Home Inspection Important?

Why is a Home Inspection Important?

There are over 7 million housing units in Florida as the state continues to have a thriving market. If you're selling or buying a new property, you might be looking into getting a home inspection done. But what does a Florida home inspection entail? Why should you get...

5 New Construction Inspection Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

5 New Construction Inspection Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Home construction is expected to boom this year. New housing starts in March were 6.8% higher than the previous month. As you try to make sure that you don't miss your construction targets, be sure to avoid new construction inspection mistakes.   Whether you are...

3 Things You Should Know About Well Water Testing in Florida

3 Things You Should Know About Well Water Testing in Florida

In the US, an estimated 23 million homes rely on private wells for drinking water. Well water provides a reliable and renewable source of drinking water, making them so popular. The EPA does not regulate these private wells, so homeowners are responsible for the...

What’s the Cost of a Well Water Test? What You Need to Know

What’s the Cost of a Well Water Test? What You Need to Know

Are you aware that the average American uses over 80 gallons of water a day at home? Some homeowners are lucky enough to have access to a well. There are many benefits of this water source, including having cleaner and tastier water quality. However, you should test...

What Is The Importance of Well Water Testing?

What Is The Importance of Well Water Testing?

Did you know that approximately 13 million American households rely on private wells as their primary source of drinking water? A private well is an excellent source of healthy mineral-rich water as well as an asset to the value of your home. Owning your own well has...

Your Ultimate and Complete Home Inspection Checklist

Your Ultimate and Complete Home Inspection Checklist

Did you know, according to a study from Repair Price, the average home inspection report finds around $11,000 worth of needed repairs? Doors that need adjusting made up the most common repair on the list. An average of 55 percent of homes had doors that needed an...

Why Consider a Home Inspection Contingency in Your Purchase Offer?

Why Consider a Home Inspection Contingency in Your Purchase Offer?

Did you know the buyer's market is so intense these days that buyers are putting in some really over-the-top offers? Portland real estate agent Esty Perez recalls a bidding war where one party put in a bid over the asking price and sweetened the deal with added...

4 Reasons Why You Need Pre-Drywall Inspections

4 Reasons Why You Need Pre-Drywall Inspections

Imagine it, you've hired a company to build your new home, and everything is in place except the drywall. You want to be done, to have the last layer put in place so you can relax in your new home. Yet, rushing to get drywall on can be a mistake.  For example, over 35...

Why Should You Never Overlook Having Balcony Railing Inspections?

Why Should You Never Overlook Having Balcony Railing Inspections?

From 2001 to 2016, there were 239 balcony collapses in the United States. This resulted in more than 4,600 emergency room visits. You often hear news stories about tragedies involving people overloading balconies. But you may not know that railings not up to code are...

Everything to Consider When Hiring a Mold Inspection Company

Everything to Consider When Hiring a Mold Inspection Company

Did you know mold can make its way into your house through open doorways and even via your pet? Mold in Central Florida homes is more common than you realize. If you think you have signs of mold in the house, it's time to call in the experts.  But finding the right...

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