Cid Herlein
Ghosting
What Causes Ghosting? Ghosting is the slow buildup of air-borne dust, dirt, and soot particles on walls or ceilings. Also known as “ghost...
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Healthy Home and Mold Inspections
Cid Herlein
- Jan 15
- 1 min
We started home inspecting to help others.
We have had numerous clients reach out as part of their complimentary lifetime consultation for advice during this cold weather. Does...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 15
- 1 min
Bored of the same ol’ same ol’ in your home?
Check out this free and easy room makeover blog! https://bit.ly/3pNlqTO
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 13
- 1 min
What to Do if You Have a Frozen Pipe
• Locate and close the main water shutoff valve as soon as possible and before temperatures rise above freezing. • Inspect pipes for...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 12
- 1 min
Tips to Help Prevent Frozen Pipes
•If provided, close inside valves supplying water to outdoor faucets and hookups. Disconnect any hoses from exterior faucets. •Open...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 10
- 1 min
House Wrap
Correctly installed house wrap increases energy-efficiency, prevents mold and wood rot, eliminates air leaks, provides some insulation...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 9
- 1 min
Dryer Exhaust Vent
First things first, unless you will be checking an exterior dryer vent screen regularly, do not use a small screen. These may seem like a...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 6
- 1 min
Leaking Pipes
Leaking pipes, no matter how big or small, can cause a multitude of problems, including the development of mildew and mold with the water...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 3
- 1 min
Moisture Intrusion in Crawlspace
Water in the crawl space is a widespread problem for your home. It may be caused by a storm, plumbing leak, poor ventilation, or drainage...
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Cid Herlein
- Jan 1
- 1 min
Not Just a Home Inspector, but a Lifetime Home Consultant!
Happy New Year everyone! I started this business with a passion to help others and not just to inspect homes. Therefore we provide a...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 29, 2023
- 1 min
Window Lintels
A lintel is a beam that is placed above windows and doors. The lintel's main job is to support the load from the structure above it. Both...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 27, 2023
- 1 min
Electrical Wiring
We all use electricity every day, but rarely see the wiring that lets the coffee pot brew, refrigerator run, and the cell phones charge....
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 25, 2023
- 1 min
Who else has a large pile of boxes and paper? 🎁
Remember to not burn these in the fireplace! Like cardboard or painted wood, boxes and paper with colored print or other markings on them...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 20, 2023
- 1 min
Beautiful Office View
We are passionate about helping others and get so focused on the home that we rarely look up. Sometimes we need to stop, look up, and...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 19, 2023
- 1 min
Why is there a pipe in my yard? 🤔
It's a clean out for your plumbing! 🪠 A cleanout is a location (usually on the side of the house or in the basement) where your sewer...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 15, 2023
- 1 min
Plumbing Ventilation
When working correctly, your plumbing ventilation moves wastewater smoothly without causing any strange noises, smells, or stagnant...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 11, 2023
- 1 min
Window Maintenance
Window maintenance is crucial to a well-protected home. Windows guard you against water, dust, pollen, debris, extreme temperatures, and...
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Cid Herlein
- Dec 6, 2023
- 1 min
Air Quality
Most of us spend much of our time indoors. The air that we breathe in our homes, in schools and in offices can put us at risk for health...
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Cid Herlein
- Nov 26, 2023
- 1 min
Cold Weather and Plumbing Pipes
As we start to see temperatures below freezing.. 🥶 Don't forget to protect your pipes! Freezing pipes can be a nightmare. When preparing...
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Cid Herlein
- Oct 3, 2023
- 1 min
Plumbing Inspections
Plumbing is everywhere in our home from roof vents to p-traps in a crawlspace. From outdoor spigots to bathroom sinks. There are a ton of...
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