Clearing a Dishwasher Air Gap

15 years ago

How to clean the dishwasher air gap when water leaks from the cap. This video is provided by Greg Chich…

Water Heater Inspections – Part 2

15 years ago

Water heaters must be properly strapped so that they don't fall over during an earthquake. Water heaters weigh several hundred…

Water Heater Inspections – Part 1

15 years ago

Your home inspector should report rust or corrososion at the top of the water heater. This can indicate pending failure…

Dryer Vent Safety

15 years ago

Dryer vents are a common cause of house fires. Lint can build up in the dryer duct. When the air…

Swimming Pool Safety – Must Read

15 years ago

Each year, hundreds of children die due to drowning in residential swimming pools. Please take the necessary steps to keep…

CSST – Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing

15 years ago

CSST Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing is an alternative to cast iron pipe for gas lines. But they are very fragile…

When and Where are GFCI Receptacles Required?

15 years ago

GFCI receptacles are a great advancement in safety. These receptacles can prevent electrocution. They are often recommended in a home…

Buying a House Built in the 1950’s or 1960’s

15 years ago

What to expect form a home inspection at a house built in the 1950's or 1960's. Materials have changed quite…

Is Chinese Drywall Making Your House Sick?

15 years ago

Drywall from China was imported during the building boom of 2002 - 2005. This drywall is suspected of containing high…

Water Heater Safety (Part 2)

15 years ago

Water heaters can cause a lot of problems. The most common problems is failure that causes flooding. But water heaters…