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.
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?
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
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
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
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?
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...
What Are The 5 Vital Reasons to Schedule a Wind Mitigation Inspection?
Are you a homeowner residing in Florida? Would you like to know how you can protect your home from powerful winds produced by tropical storms and hurricanes? The unrelenting winds created by storm surges are one of the leading causes of property damage in Florida. For...
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...
What are Top 5 Factors to Consider When Hiring Home Inspection Services?
Are you buying or selling a new home or commercial property? Hiring a certified building inspector can help provide you peace of mind, knowing that your investment is safe and structurally sound. But with so many inspection options available on the internet...how do I...
The Dangers of Radon: Why You Need to Have Your Home Tested for Radon
Do you have an unexplainable cough, chest pain, or hoarse voice? Have you ever had your home, business, or rental property inspected for radon? While many people keep carbon monoxide detectors in their homes, almost no one considers a radon inspection because they...
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
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?
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
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...
Why Is Water Testing Required for Loans and Refinancing?
If you're looking to buy a new home, water quality is likely not high on your checklist. The water supply at your new property must be safe and sanitized. You can use a VA, FHA, or USDA loan to buy property if you are a prospective homeowner in Central Florida. When...
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