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Properly sized rain gutters are important because they catch water and move it away from your roof and foundation, preventing overflow and pooling If gutters are too small, they can't handle heavy rainfall, leading to potential damage to siding, landscaping, and...

A homeowner may want their home inspected even if they aren't selling their house to proactively identify potential issues early on, which can possibly prevent costly repairs down the road, ensure safety, and help with preventative maintenance by understanding the...

                       Take the Extra Step Towards Helping Protect Your Home & Family The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that you install a carbon monoxide alarm, like smoke alarms, on every level of your home, inside every bedroom,...

 Replacing a roof can be very expensive. A second layer can be installed easily and affordably. However, there are some drawbacks to putting an extra layer of shingles on your roof. The second layer of shingles can trap heat, which can result in the decomposition of...

Navigating the home buying process in Middle Tennessee, involves understanding various key steps. Two critical components are the home inspection and home appraisal. While they may sound similar, they serve very different purposes. At Chastain Home Inspection, we...

  Most common issues found in home inspections? Faulty wiring; Roof problems; Heating/cooling system defects; Plumbing issues; Inadequate insulation and ventilation in attic; Whole house is poorly maintained; Poor drainage around the structure; Moisture in...

The Home Inspector Licensing Program was enacted April 18, 2005 to ensure that only qualified persons are licensed home inspectors, and that the licensed inspector offers Tennessee Consumers a professional, educated opinion of the condition of the home that they are...