House hunting is an exciting adventure, and the process of finding that perfect home is an experience you will always remember. However, be careful not to get too caught up in the moment and swept away by emotions, or you may overlook potentially serious defects. It helps to know what to expect. Rigid Inspections conducts hundreds of home inspections every year, and the following nine […]
For anyone looking to move to the cheery town of Bethalto, Illinois, it’s always a good idea to know what you’re walking into. Bethalto isn’t small, but it’s not the largest city either, with a population of just under ten thousand people, so there’s plenty to do and see. However, moving can be stressful, and the last thing you want is to be caught up […]
Now that you have moved into your new home, you’re probably eager to tackle any of the issues or maintenance needs of your home. Some of these might actually be on your home inspection report. Here are 10 DIY projects to get you started. 1. Trim trees and vegetation Trees and shrubbery that are overgrown can be an eyesore, block your view of the […]
Below is a pre-inspection checklist for those of you who may be selling your home and about to have the buyers inspector come to inspect it. This checklist is of items that may be listed in the report or may cause issues keeping the inspector from properly inspecting the property in turn delaying the sale of your house. As an inspector myself I will be […]