Deck Guardrails Should Not Fall Off
Glass panels for deck railing systems should not fall out. If they do, contact the supplier immediately for resolution.
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North Shore Home Inspection
Adding Personal Elevator to Existing House
From the EKAN Help Line We received a call from a homeowner needing assistance with this project. These residents are retired and have a spectacular view of the ocean. Adding a lift to the home will enhance their comfort and will improve upon their mobility issues. What You Need to Know About Installing an Elevator
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Home Inspector Is Not Your Friend
While home inspectors provide a valuable service for both buyers and sellers in the real estate market, it’s important to understand that their primary goal is not to befriend clients but to objectively assess the condition of the home. Let’s delve into this statement further by discussing three key points: In summary, a home inspector’s
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Top 5 Issues Affecting House Foundations
House foundation cracks can be caused by a variety of factors, many of which are related to soil conditions, construction practices, and environmental factors. Here are five common issues that can contribute to house foundation cracks: It’s important to note that foundation cracks can vary in severity, and not all cracks necessarily indicate a serious
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14 Features for Lot Buyers | Sunshine Coast
Evaluating Raw Land 14 Issues to Consider Thinking about a land purchase? Here are some of the top issues for consideration. These are our concerns. Use this as a template to create one for your particular piece of paradise. Commuting distance from a major urban centre. Must be between half and one hour maximum. No
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Rock Walls Stability | North Shore
Abstract: North Shore and Sunshine Coast Home Inspector note how to assess condition of retaining walls made of large rocks or boulders. Not Just A Pretty Face Rock retaining walls over one meter in height are engineered structures. As such, they should last for the lifetime of the building that they surround or border. As
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How to find a Contractor
Photo: Chimney cap with cracks and mortar separation. Can lead to water penetration and damage to house interior structure. In need of replacement. House Keys You’ve had your home inspection done and received the report. In the end you decided to purchase the property. The keys are in your hand and you are ready to
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Roof-Gutters-Facia Reno Tips | Sunshine Coast
Abstract: North Shore and Sunshine Coast Home Inspector notes on house systems, what to expect when they approach their end of service life and how to budget for their replacement. When installing a new roof, it is best to budget for gutter replacement at the same time. Here’s why. We are going to consider three issues
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Inspection of Drywall Cracks, Serious or Not?
Abstract: Home Inspector notes on drywall cracks and how to decide if it is just cosmetic or a serious structural concern. 3 Causes of Drywall Cracks Finished drywall corners, ceilings or walls may develop cracks over time. These cracks are typically caused by one of three root causes: Poor installation during construction… Framing constructed with
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30 Signs of a Dated Home
I recently completed a home inspection for a client who referred to the subject property as a ‘granny house’ as it reminded her of her own grandmother’s home. I’ve see many of these properties before and they are usually reasonably priced, structurally sound, but dated. This house was no exception to that category. A granny
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When to Buy a Lot and Build
This blog discusses the option of purchasing land and building an architecturally designed home as opposed to considering a pre-owned house. At EKAN, on occasion we are requested to accompany a buyer on a prospective purchase of land. We can only comment on site features and their impact on the proposed future development. For your
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North Shore Sunshine Coast Home Inspections | Top 3 Deck Failure Issues
Field notes from North Shore and Sunshine Coast home inspector on what to look for with a deck. Check for these top 3 failure modes. Here on the Sunshine Coast and North Shore we love our decks. However in our wet coast climate, decks take a beating. Here’s some tips for deck inspections, for keeping
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