Buying a new home is an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience. There are many things to consider and arrange, and one of the most critical aspects is doing a home inspection with Valley Building Inspections. What sets our professionals apart from so many home inspection companies out there? Here are the four things home buyers find appealing about home inspectors.
Dust is an inevitable problem for many homeowners concerned about their homes’ air quality. No matter how often you clean, it always seems to come back. While it can seem like a never-ending battle, several tips can help keep your home as dust-free as possible. Below, Valley Building Inspections share three of those tips to help you keep your home cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable.
The safety of your home should be a top priority. With the right security measures in place, you can rest assured that your family and possessions are safe from harm. In fact, Valley Building Inspections looks for security systems during a home inspection. But, what are the best types of home security? We’ve got the answer!
There’s something about luxury homes that seems to make them irresistible. Maybe it’s the promise of a life of glamour and ease, or maybe it’s the allure of living in a palace. Whatever it is, people are always drawn to luxury homes. And, for the most part, these homes deliver on their promises. But even the best-built homes can experience problems – and when they do, it’s usually with the foundation. Thankfully, you’ve got a professional team on your side at Valley Building Inspections, and we’ll never shy away from telling you why or how foundations can fail, even with luxury homes.
If you’ve been experiencing problems with your plumbing, something might be clogging your sewer. Clogs are a common issue that can cause various problems, including backups and slow drains. A clog can even cause sewer gases to come back up, stinking up the house. But with a sewer inspection from Valley Building Inspections, we can identify three of the most common things that clog sewers: grease, debris, and hair!
Before you purchase a home, you must get a home inspection. This report from Valley Building Inspections will point out the positive aspects of the house while also highlighting significant issues. Opting to skip an inspection could be a disaster, setting you up to pay out of pocket for major repairs. Yet, the question often comes up of who should attend. So, we thought we’d clear the air about this frequently asked question.
As a new homeowner, you did all the responsible things. You got an inspection from Valley Building Inspections, started your home insurance policy, and changed your address with the postal service. While these are some of the most obvious things to check off your list, there are some home maintenance tasks you’ll want to take care of as well. So, here’s a quick guide to help you get started.
Getting a home inspection before you buy or sell a home is crucial. However, the quality of the home inspection company matters as well. You want to know that you’re getting a knowledgeable inspector who cares about the home and knows what to look for. That’s why so many people choose Valley Building Inspections. While we look at all the home’s structural aspects, we also look at other areas and systems in the home. Here are several of the areas you didn’t know we look at during our inspection.
Mold can grow anywhere in your home. Some of the most common places include the bathroom, basement, crawlspace, kitchen, and laundry room. Usually, where there’s a lot of moisture, there may be mold. Unfortunately, it’s often out of sight and out of mind, but it can cause severe health and structural issues. Some of the health issues can even be confused with common seasonal allergies. If you’re experiencing any of these signs of mold, it may be time for an air quality and mold inspection from Valley Building Inspections.
Having a pool in your backyard offers your family a serene retreat in the hot Phoenix summers. However, these backyard retreats require constant upkeep and maintenance, something that many new homeowners don’t take into consideration. If you’re looking at buying a home with a pool, make sure you get a pool inspection. Similar to a home inspection, a pool inspection can help identify damage, risks, and unsafe sanitation features that could help you get a better price on the home. At Valley Building Inspections, we cover it all, and here’s what we look for during inspections.
