Homes can host all sorts of smells. Some are unpleasant but benign, while others might signal a serious issue. Here are the culprits lying behind some of the most common musty smells in a home so that you know how to eradicate them. Faulty Electrical When electrical components... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 11-14-2022
We inspect homes all year long here at SHI. We’ve seen how far a little bit of regular maintenance can go, which is why we want you to know how to prepare your home for Winter. Follow this checklist to make sure that your home is ready to... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 10-11-2022
Home inspections are an essential part of the home selling and buying process. Forgoing the home inspection on either end of the home purchasing arrangement can result in a loss of money. Here’s how. Landscaping A home inspector will walk the grounds outside the property to look for... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 9-13-2022
At Strouse Home Inspections, home inspections are not the only ones we perform. We also perform commercial property inspections on buildings up to 100,000 sq. You may think that these types of inspections are essentially the same, just on a different sale, but there’s more to it than... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 8-18-2022
Home should be your safe haven. A space unique to you that you can go to and shut out the cares of the world. But the cares of the world can be at home waiting for you when your house has a bunch of hidden safety concerns. To... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 7-20-2022
Before you buy a home, you need to know the condition that it is in. Some problem areas are not easily seen to the untrained eye or without specialized equipment. Which is exactly why in addition to a regular home inspection, you should also opt for a sewer... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 6-15-2022
Insects are a common problem for those with wood-framed homes, yards, and gardens. There are a few species of insects that can cause significant damage to your property, including carpenter ants, beetles, and termites. Being able to identify wood destroying pests can help save you from irreparable damage.... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 5-6-2022
With how intense the real estate market has been recently; many buyers are choosing to waive their right to an inspection of the property when putting in an offer. Because a home is one of the biggest investments you will make and there can be numerous hidden issues,... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 4-8-2022
Your home is your haven. It is a place of protection from the outside world. But there are some scenarios when your home can pose a threat to your life. This is the case when house fires break out. The National Fire Protection Association states that up to... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 3-14-2022
Are you looking to relocate or upgrade homes this year? Just like how you want to make sure your new home is solid and a safe place to live, the person looking to buy your home will want that as well. That is why they will hire a... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 2-14-2022
