Category: San Diego
Maximizing Value in Commercial Leases: The Essential Role of Property Inspections
Why every lessee should get an inspectionIn the realm of commercial real estate in San Diego, CA, leasing a property represents a significant financial commitment for any business. Whether you’re launching a new venture requiring a storefront or expanding existing operations, a thorough evaluation of the property’s condition by a professional commercial inspector is crucial […]
5 Steps to Prepare Your Home for Santa
It’s that time of year again to prepare your home for Santa. While some people may choose to do a quick once-over, others may want to go a bit more in-depth with their preparation. Here are a few tips on how to prepare your home for Santa this Christmas from your friends at The Real […]
4 Things A Home Inspection Doesn’t Cover
When buying a home, you must know what you’re committing to long-term. Fortunately, home inspections can help you understand the property’s condition and identify any potential problems. However, home inspections don’t cover everything. The Real Estate Inspection Company provides four examples of things a general home inspection doesn’t include.
Top 5 Scary Home Projects To Avoid When Buying A House
October ushers in the fall, football, hay rides, and Halloween. This time of year can bring excitement and joy or haunts and fear, which is kind of like the home-buying process. Without a proper inspection, you could get into a money pit situation where you must unnecessarily waste money on unforeseen repairs and renovations. The […]
Tips and Tricks for California Home Inspections and Repairs
No matter how hot the housing market is, The Real Estate Inspection Company always recommends getting a home inspection. At the same time, you should know those home inspections don’t capture every issue in a house. Fortunately, you can use a tool to help address the items an inspection report captures to make life easier. […]
Moisture, Mildew, and Mold: Everything You Should Know
Black mold. Even reading or hearing the term can make people feel anxious. Indeed, black mold is a dangerous toxin that makes people very sick. Still, how common is it? Are all molds harmful? And what’s the difference between moisture, mildew, and mold, anyway? In this post, The Real Estate Inspection Company answers these questions […]
Why Buyers Should Demand an AB-38 Defensible Space Inspection
Californians in search of a new home must navigate various challenges. For instance, the market continues to push housing costs higher. Additionally, California regulators require certain inspections that other states don’t. One such example is the new AB-38 Defensible Space inspection. In this post, The Real Estate Inspection Company explains what the law requires, how […]
Reflection and Gratitude from the Real Estate Inspection Company
As 2021 comes to a close, The Real Estate Inspection Company is reflecting on all that has transpired this year. We are eager to forge ahead into 2022. However, we also think it’s a good idea to take stock of all the good things we’ve experienced as the year wraps. In times like these, when […]
How Thermal Imaging Supports Home Inspections & Spots Issues
General home inspections identify active and emerging residential property issues. At The Real Estate Inspection Company, we use state-of-the-art equipment including FLIR® infrared thermal cameras to detect thermal energy during a home inspection that can point out a number of potential problems that otherwise could be missed.
4 Home Inspection Mistakes San Diego Homebuyers Make
Homebuying is part of the American dream. In fact, it’s the main way many people build wealth. First-time homebuyers contend with both excitement and anxiety during the process. The Real Estate Inspection Company wants the home buying experience to be a positive one. That’s why we’ve put together this list of home inspection mistakes to […]