Power Strip Safety

So many things in our home nowadays are electric, from kitchen appliances to iPads and phones, everything requires an electrical outlet. In many older homes, there are simply not enough outlets, so a power strip seems the obvious choice to keep up with the demand, but...

Simple ways to use less energy in the home

A lot of people don’t realize how easy it can be to use less energy in the home. With just a few simple adjustments you can   save lot of money. Here are a few simple ways this can be done: Instead of using an air conditioner, which uses a lot of energy, try...

Why should my home be tested for Radon?

When buying a home, it is important to make sure that a radon test has been performed. A certified home inspector usually does this as part of the seller’s home inspection. You might ask yourself, though, what exactly is Radon? How dangerous is it? How common is...

Is your chimney earthquake proof?

As we know here in San Diego, earthquakes arrive without notice and bring with them a lot of destruction. How can you make sure your chimney would be safe in an earthquake? Did you know that your chimney doesn’t just fall on the exterior of the home, but can...

The Right Home Inspector in San Diego

Are you looking for a home inspector for your San Diego home inspection? Choosing the right home inspector is a critical part of the home buying process. The right home inspector will find issues in your home – and many of them. But the right home inspector will...

Inspections of Working Farms

Are you purchasing a working farm? A farm is more than just a home inspection, and takes a trained eye to find the issues that could interfere with your farm’s productivity. If there is a farm house on the property, then you will obviously want a home...