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Horizontal Railing.. 🚩
It looks modern, but it’s a ladder in disguise. 👶🚫 Horizontal railings are a common safety defect I find during inspections. While they’re popular in "modern farmhouse" or "industrial" designs, they pose a serious fall risk for children. If you're buying a home or renovating, stick to vertical balusters to keep the climbing at the playground, not the staircase! https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThsceAp1/ https://youtube.com/shorts/RLo2m201lfM?si=r4RQv_lAX5x3Gxsg Questions about
Cid Herlein
5 days ago1 min read


🏗️ New Construction Doesn’t Mean "Perfect"
You’d think a brand-new home would be move-in ready, but this recent home inspection proved otherwise. While inspecting a bedroom in this new construction build, I found a major issue: completely missing insulation. Without a proper thermal barrier, the owners would have faced: 📈 Sky-high energy bills. ❄️ Freezing winters and boiling summers. 💧 Potential moisture and condensation issues. This is exactly why you need an independent certified home inspector—even if the
Cid Herlein
Dec 17, 20251 min read
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