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The New Echo is More Versatile Than Ever
Amazon Echo 5th Generation Review: More Than Just a Speaker The Amazon Echo 5th generation is much more than a simple smart speaker. While many people know it for playing music or delivering weather updates, the Echo 5 offers an impressive range of features that make it an indispensable part of a modern smart home. […]
How to Make Your House a Smart House
Transform Your Home with Smart Switches: Simple, Smart, and Secure With the growing importance of convenience in our daily lives, ease-of-use is king, and nothing embodies this more than the growing trend of smart home technology. Imagine controlling your home’s lighting with just your voice, setting schedules for when lights turn on and off, and […]
Natural Disasters Don’t Disrupt My House
Stand By Generator Review We installed this whole-house standby generator several years ago and we love it! I live in San Diego and we don’t get hurricanes, but we do get high winds. When that happens, the utility company shuts off the electricity to avoid wildfires from downed power lines. It really is a nuisance, […]
Stop Recycling Plastic!
The best way to keep plastic out of the ocean is to buy less of it. Since posting this video, I have been asked about several of the products we use to avoid putting plastic into the waste stream. When I first looked into this, it was shocking to learn how much plastic ends up […]
LG Washer and Dryer Combo Review
This review focuses on the key features and benefits of the LG washer/dryer combo unit. Learn about the multiple advantages this appliance offers, especially for those with limited space or specific laundry needs. Here are the four most important takeaways: The LG washer and dryer combo unit is an innovative solution ideal for users looking […]
Don’t Waste Money on an Alarm System
DIY Alarm System vs. National Alarm Companies Congratulations on your new home. There’s a lot for you to do, and if a security system is on your priority list, here is some important information to help save you money. First of all, be prepared to be inundated by door-to-door sales people who will try to […]
Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence: A Journey of Growth and Gratitude
Twenty years ago, The Real Estate Inspection Company was born out of a personal experience and a vision for better home inspections. In 2003, after receiving a disappointing five-page, barely legible inspection report for my own home, I knew there had to be a better way. Leaving my tech job, I embarked on a mission […]
Multi-Unit Residential Property Inspection
The Essential Guide to Multi-Unit Residential Property InspectionsMulti-unit residential property inspections cater to a wide range of clients, including mortgage lenders, investors, condominium associations, and property managers. These inspections are crucial for various real estate transactions or as part of a comprehensive maintenance and repair strategy.Unique Challenges of Multi-Dwelling PropertiesUnlike most commercial properties, multi-dwelling residences […]
Commercial Property Accessibility Inspections
Understanding the Importance of Accessibility Inspections Around the globe, laws mandate that public accommodations provide goods and services to people with disabilities on an equal basis with others. In the United States, key legislations and guidelines include: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) Federal Fair Housing Act (FFHA) Fair […]
New Flipper Disclosure Bill – Ensuring Accountability for House Flippers
Finally holding bad flippers’ feet to the fire California AB 968 introduces crucial regulations for individuals selling homes purchased within the past 18 months. This bill presumes such sellers to be flippers and mandates them to disclose extensive details about property improvements. This includes a description of the work performed, the contractors involved, and the […]
