by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard The purpose of this article is twofold. First, at InterNACHI, we’d like you to take measures to keep your garage free from fire. Fortunately, there are ways this can be done, some of which are described below. Secondly, garage fires do happen, and we’d like you to […]
Homeowner 101
15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own
by Nick Gromicko and Ben Gromicko The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to ask an InterNACHI inspector during your next inspection about other tools that you might find useful. 1. Plunger A clogged sink or toilet is one of the most inconvenient household problems that you will face. […]
Home Inspection Glossary – Part Eight
As a home inspector and former builder, there are many technical terms that I may use that are unfamiliar to the average home owner. While I always try to break things down to layman’s terms while conducting the home inspection, I thought it might be useful to have a home inspection glossary to refer buyers […]
Buying a Winterized Home- What Does it Mean?
Very often homes that are not sold quickly are winterized. This is a process designed to protect an unheated homes plumbing and HVAC system from damage during the months with freezing temperatures. There are several steps, and if any are omitted, it can cause damage and/or flooding of the home. Turn off the water. Typically, […]
Home Inspection Glossary – Part Seven
As a home inspector and former builder, there are many technical terms that I may use that are unfamiliar to the average home owner. While I always try to break things down to layman’s terms while conducting the home inspection, I thought it might be useful to have a home inspection glossary to refer buyers […]
Registering rental properties in Baltimore City
As of August 1st, 2018 Baltimore City requires the registration of 1 and 2 family rental properties. In addition, multi-family properties that were previously inspected by City inspectors now require an inspection by a third-party home inspector, like Baltimore Inspection Guy. To schedule an inspection, please call (443) 840-9881 or click here to schedule online. […]
Home Inspection Glossary – Part Seven
As a home inspector and former builder, there are many technical terms that I may use that are unfamiliar to the average home owner. While I always try to break things down to layman’s terms while conducting the home inspection, I thought it might be useful to have a home inspection glossary to refer buyers […]
Radon Testing–A Homebuyer’s Guide
Many experts recommend a radon test as part of the home inspection. I just wanted to take some time and give a brief overview of radon as it pertains to the home buying and home inspection process. I don’t want to get too technical, and this subject gets technical fast, but I’ll link to some […]
Inspection Horror-Air Handler Fire
This is a gem from a recent home inspection. Apparently, there had been a fire in the air handler of this heat pump. As you can see, the control board is scorched, and presumably so is the wiring that is copiously wrapped in electricians tape. My best guess is that they never changed the furnace […]
Home Inspection Glossary – Part Six
As a home inspector and former builder, there are many technical terms that I may use that are unfamiliar to the average home owner. While I always try to break things down to layman’s terms while conducting the home inspection, I thought it might be useful to have a home inspection glossary to refer buyers […]
