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.
The Added Security that a Home Inspection can bring
As the home seller, know that by hiring a home inspector to look over your property means you are giving yourself the time it needs to repair any major problems. Meaning that, time is not wasted on negotiations and you can hold firm on the price that you are looking for. If you choose not […]
The best way to leverage a home inspection
Professional home inspections provide great benefits to realtor and estate agents that know how to leverage them effectively. Here are a few tips on how agents can generate more commission and increase their quality of customer service. As an agent, it’s your duty to educate the customer on what a home inspection is. By educating […]
Don’t Ignore Leaks: Hidden Damage could Empty your Savings
If you are a buyer looking for a new home, or a seller getting your property in good condition for the market, then it’s important to be aware of the damage that can be caused by a leaking roof. Generally, a leaky roof is easily spotted and is noticeable by the water stains and tracks […]
Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection
Are you thinking of relocating to another home, if so, you will more than likely need to sell the current home that you are living in to help fund that move. Why not get an experienced, fully trained Florida home inspector, to inspect the home, and correctly evaluate it. It would be a good idea […]
How to Identify Dry Rot
Introduction Serpula lacrymans or as its more commonly known, dry rot, is a fungus that attacks wood and timber throughout most parts of the world. Dry rot is most common in timber forests, but also known for its powerful ability to destroy timber, and eat away at the wood used in the construction of homes. […]
Tips in Finding the Right Home Inspector
When looking to choose a home inspector, you should research and take the time to know what to expect, and be able to choose a trusted professional. A home inspection is a great way to prevent the usual headaches that come with buying or selling a home. For instance, if you are looking to purchase […]
3 Elements on your Home that need Regular Inspection
Homeownership can be overwhelming when you consider the upkeep and constant need to check the structure is continually safe to live in. The best way to make certain all is right is to be diligent in your efforts to check the following elements on your home regularly. Have a look at your property and check […]
The Sellers Guide to Preparing to Sell a Home
When the time comes to sell your home, there are a number of ways you can do this; you can sell the property privately or you can do business with an agent. In any case, you will need to make sure that the property is ready for being placed on the market. Below are some […]
Why a Pre-Purchase Home Inspection is the Right Thing to Do
The service of a home inspection is a wonderful thing, it’s a great and effective way of knowing the true condition and real shape in which you’re home or potential home actually is. The reason you need a pre-purchase home inspection is because your new home used to be someone else’s old home. Yes, the […]