Bad Odor in the Home
Q, For the past two weeks, a strong foul odor has permeated our guest bedroom. We were sure an animal had died under the house, but the subarea has been thoroughly inspected and nothing was found. Each day, the smell seems to grow worse and soon will be...
Renter and Buyer Inspection Mistakes
Whether you are renting or buying, there is a moment in time when you personally become responsible for the property. Yes, you’ll get a chance to have a full inspection, but if you miss something, there’s no “do-over.” What can you do to protect yourself? Here to...
California Does Not License Home Inspectors
Posted April 13, 2018 The State of California does NOT license home inspectors. CREIA takes the lead in requiring adherence to CREIA's Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice, which are recognized in California law. Orange County, CA, April 13, 2018: The State of...
Mold Law for Renters and Landlords
California Mold Laws On October 9, 2015, California Governor Brown signed Senate Bill 655 which adds visible mold growth to the list of dangerous health conditions which define substandard housing in the state’s Health and Safety Code.(Cal. Health & Safety Code...
California Laws Regarding Mold in Rentals
By Ron Leshnower Every landlord should take mold seriously. A top environmental hazard, mold thrives in warm, damp places, and often grows quickly in basements, attics, and other parts of buildings with poor ventilation and humidity problems. Although mold is often...
Mold in dorms prompts U of Maryland to move students to hotels
The University of Maryland is putting students up in College Park hotels after mold was reported in some dormitories and several students said it has made them sick. Mold was found “throughout Elkton Hall, as well as isolated reports in other residence halls, and the...
Cleaning Your Rental: New Tenant Checklist for Landlords
Keeping your rental property clean and well-maintained is important to keep it in good shape and maximize its earning potential. Before a tenant moves in, you as the landlord should take the necessary steps to make the property conducive for your tenants....
Checklist for Home Inspections
Even in a seller's market, smart homebuyers aren't going to make a purchase without having a property professionally inspected first. That's why it's important for sellers to know where their house may fall short of a buyer's expectations. "The more we can head...
How to pick a home inspector
How to choose a home inspector Q. In the past, I've hired good and bad home inspectors. Now that I'm buying another home, I want my next inspector to be the best. My agent has given me some referrals, but I'd like some guidelines for making a wise choice. A....
ASHI 20 home inspection photos from 2018
Happy New Year! To help ring in the new year, we give you our Top 20 Home Inspection Photos compilation. All of these images were featured on our facebook page over the last year. Before you scroll through these photos, I encourage you to play Yakety Sax in the...
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