Category: Home Facts
Homes are filled with systems, materials, and design features that most people rarely think about until something goes wrong. Home Facts explains how these components work, why certain problems develop, and what homeowners can do to protect their property.
These informative articles make technical subjects easier to understand, helping readers become more knowledgeable and confident homeowners.
Our Home Inspection Glossary defines the terms you are most likely to run into in a report.
When and Where are GFCI Receptacles Required?
When and Where are GFCI Receptacles Required? Saying that disagreements can arise over a home inspection is an understatement. One item that can cause frustration is the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter or GFCI. A GFCI is typically a receptacle with small buttons on it that usually say “Test” and “Reset”. It can also be built […]