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Helpful tips about home inspection and maintenance.
Pros and Cons of Adding a Second Layer of Shingles
Replacing a roof can be very expensive. A second layer can be installed easily and affordably. However, there are some...
RADON TESTING
Radon is an odorless, invisible radioactive gas. It's naturally released from rocks, soil and water — and it can enter your...
Understanding the Difference: Home Inspection vs. Home Appraisal
Navigating the home buying process in Middle Tennessee, involves understanding various key steps. Two critical components...
What are the most common issues found in home inspections?
Most common issues found in home inspections? Faulty wiring; Roof problems; Heating/cooling system defects; Plumbing...
LICENSED CONTRACTORS
Licensed contractors have been trained to understand and meet the requirements set by the city council and federal...
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The basic difference between Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is AFCI...
Licensed Home Inspector
The Home Inspector Licensing Program was enacted April 18, 2005 to ensure that only qualified persons are licensed home...
Home Maintenance
Homes require internal and external maintenance with regular cleanings and inspections to ensure everything is safe and...
FOREGOING A HOME INSPECTION
Waiving the inspection contingency doesn't prevent you from having a home inspection. It just means you won't be able to...
Pros & Cons Of a Slab Foundation
Pros of a Slab Foundation Better for moist climates as it prevents mold growth in the home Less subjectable to insects and...
Pros and Cons of Adding a Second Layer of Shingles
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...
RADON TESTING
Radon is an odorless, invisible radioactive gas. It's naturally released from rocks, soil and water — and it can enter your home. Breathing high levels over time can lead to lung cancer. In fact, radon is a Class A carcinogen. It's the No. 1 cause of lung cancer in...
Understanding the Difference: Home Inspection vs. Home Appraisal
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...
What are the most common issues found in home inspections?
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...
LICENSED CONTRACTORS
Licensed contractors have been trained to understand and meet the requirements set by the city council and federal government. Not all contractors follow the steps necessary to complete a job safely and on time. Licensed contractors will take responsibility if...
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The basic difference between Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is AFCI devices trip when it detects dangerous electrical arcing faults to prevent electric fire whereas GFCI devices trip when the electric current to ground...
Licensed Home Inspector
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...
Home Maintenance
Homes require internal and external maintenance with regular cleanings and inspections to ensure everything is safe and functional. Seasonal maintenance tends to weather and usage needs, like raking leaves inspecting the shingles and closing the pool. Appliances and...
FOREGOING A HOME INSPECTION
Waiving the inspection contingency doesn't prevent you from having a home inspection. It just means you won't be able to use results from an inspection to negotiate remedies or price with the Seller. If the inspection turns up something that makes you want to walk...
Pros & Cons Of a Slab Foundation
Pros of a Slab Foundation Better for moist climates as it prevents mold growth in the home Less subjectable to insects and pests More affordable Faster to construct Sturdy and strong since slabs are 24 inches thick Requires less maintenance More energy efficient...