As a home inspector, I’ve noticed a growing trend in residential construction: instead of building homes entirely on-site using traditional…
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), originally passed by Congress in 1974, was motivated by growing concerns over public health…
At Chester County Home Inspections, one of our core services is Well Certification. This essential service certifies whether your well…
Many homes have sagging roof ridges, such as this bar room of a local winery we had the privilege to…
This is a publication by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Environmental Protection regarding radon in homes. It explains the essence of…
The is a schematic of the basic framing components of a residential structure. This diagram is referenced in our Pre-drywall…
Understanding Multiwire Branch Circuits in Home Electrical SystemsMultiwire branch circuits are an uncommon but intriguing wiring technique in home electrical…
Why Do Home Inspectors Reference the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)?Why don’t home inspectors simply say something “is not to code”…
Keeping your rental property in good condition is one of the most important tasks of being a landlord. For most…
Ungrounded Outlets: A Common Issue in Mid-Century HomesHomes built before the 1960s typically featured ungrounded (2-prong) electrical receptacles, which were…