Franklin TN Locates Leaking Water Heater

Water heaters should be inspected often for leaks and corrosion around the plumbing pipes, TPR Valve, and the lower drain valve. Leaking water heaters can corrode the outside of the heater as well as damage the electrical fitting causing an unsafe condition.

Polybutylene Plumbing Pipes

Polybutylene Plumbing Pipes were installed in residential home for the late 70’s to the mid 90’s. These pipes have a high rate of failure under normal operating conditions. The deterioration of the pipe is due to the chemicals found in drinking water such...

Home Inspector Discovers High Water Pressure

High water pressure is often found in older homes or houses built in certain jurisdictions that do not require a water pressure regulator to be installed. High water pressure can rupture your washing machine hoses, damage you dish washer and toilet valves, and cost...

Nashville TN, Bent Electrical Service Mast

Electrical Service Mast (metal pipe from meter to in Tcoming wires) often get bent when the power lines leading from the structure to the the electric pole become tight from either the power lines interfering with tree limbs during high wind or ice storms.  If the...

Nashville TN, Missing Attic Insulation

Why should new homes be inspected? Attic insulation was found missing over the living room in a hard to get area in the attic. The entire ceiling was found exposed which would have cost the new home owner tons of money in their heating and cooling bill. Attic...