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I feel sorry for the wood foundation. Not because it’s terribly unsound – because it’s not. Not because it’s known to settle or have chronic moisture problems, because that’s not true either. I am not sure where it’s coming from, but we commonly hear concerns about the wood foundation from home buyers. I have even… Read more »
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COST OF OPERATING CEILING FAN VS CENTRAL AIR
Posted by & filed under Home Tips.Did you know that you could decrease your energy use in the summer by using a ceiling fan? Running a ceiling fan could only cost 2-3 cent per hour and will make your house feel cooler. A central air conditioner will cost $.30 – $.70 per hour depending on the size and age of the… Read more »
The Importance Of Removing Knob And Tube Wiring That Is Buried In Insulation
Posted by & filed under Home Inspection.One of the most hazardous elements of a home is the electrical system. Most old homes go too many years without an updated electrical panel, wiring and outlets. For not having knowledge of a damaged and dangerous electrical system, you could be at the risk of a preventable fire. In older homes, electrical work was… Read more »
Area Inspectors Share Stories Of The Baffling, Bizarre & Dangerous
Posted by & filed under Newspaper Article, Nordic In The Press.Newspaper Article Written By Helmut Schmidt – February 16, 2016 From: The Grand Forks Herald FARGO – A glance at the website for Nordic Home Inspection gives you a look through the portals of home inspection hell. Lars Knobloch, the owner of Nordic Home Inspection, is one of a few dozen full- and part-time inspectors… Read more »
Home Inspectors Offer Buyers, Sellers, Practiced Critical Eye & Advice
Posted by & filed under Newspaper Article, Nordic In The Press.Article Written By Helmut Schmidt – February 16th 2016 From: INFORUM FARGO – When it comes to home inspections, it doesn’t hurt to look at the subject from a lot of angles, says Lars Knobloch, owner of Nordic Home Inspection. That’s why Knobloch and other home area home inspectors will look at homes up close,… Read more »
Inspectors Seeing More Mold Problems In New Homes
Posted by & filed under Newspaper Article, Nordic In The Press.Article Written By Ryan Johnson – February 22nd 2015 Originally Posted On: INFORUM FARGO – Michelle Torpen knew high humidity in a home could cause a big mold problem, but she was stunned to find out her 3-year-old house had mold – and required an $18,000 fix. “It seems like when you hear stories about… Read more »
Behind-The-Scenes Of A Home Inspection (Video)
Posted by & filed under Home Inspection.It’s not enough just being told that you need a home inspection for someone to understand why. Using words cannot always justify what goes into a home inspection and how it is important if you are buying or selling your property. In the previous blog we discussed Why You Need A Commercial Inspection. In this… Read more »
Why You Need a Commercial Inspection
Posted by & filed under Commercial Inspection.When you are a commercial business owner, you want your commercial properties to be the face of your business. The buildings need to reflect the image you are trying to have your clients or customers perceive. There are various types of commercial businesses that can use a commercial inspection: office and retail buildings, apartment complexes… Read more »
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15 Maintenance Tasks Often Overlooked By Homeowners
Posted by & filed under Newspaper Article, Nordic In The Press.Article Written By Tracy Frank – November 7, 2013 Originally Posted By: INFORUM FARGO – Local inspectors are often amazed by how many crucial maintenance tasks homeowners routinely neglect. The tasks are usually simple DIY projects, but neglecting them could be dangerous for their families and their homes. “I’m surprised by how much people don’t… Read more »