Cid Herlein
Collar Ties
A collar tie is a tension tie in the upper third of opposing gable rafters that is intended to resist rafter separation from the ridge...
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Healthy Home and Mold Inspections
Cid Herlein
Jan 251 min read
Issues with Venting a Dryer in the Attic?
As it builds up, it grows increasingly flammable. A spark from the dryer could easily ignite it and start a fire. Venting moisture into...
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Cid Herlein
Jan 241 min read
Questions? We've got answers!
Call or text anytime. We are here to help.
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Cid Herlein
Jan 211 min read
Insulation
Why does it feel so much colder when I open my closet? Missing insulation.. 😬
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Cid Herlein
Jan 201 min read
Frozen Plumbing Vent - What Can Go Wrong?
Your plumbing vent stack can freeze up in extremely cold weather, letting harmful sewer gases build up in your home. 🥶 In extremely cold...
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Cid Herlein
Jan 161 min read
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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Cid Herlein
Jan 151 min read
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 151 min read
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 131 min read
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 121 min read
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 101 min read
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 91 min read
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 61 min read
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 31 min read
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 11 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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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