Did you know that more than 1 million Americans sustain injuries on staircases every year? There are also upwards of 12,000 deaths that take place on an annual basis because of accidents involving stairs. Startling statistics reveal why it’s so important for those purchasing homes and businesses to have staircase inspections done. When you take… Read more »
If you’re thinking about selling your home, you should consider tackling some home improvement projects first. Putting a little bit of work into your home could increase the value of it in a big way when preparing to sell. Pristine Inspections and Testing have highlighted a few simple home improvement projects that could really end… Read more »
Most real estate agents strongly suggest that their buyer accompany the home inspector when touring the property. It’s not necessarily required but it can make a world of difference. Think of it this way; would you buy a $300K stock that you knew nothing about? Consider your home or commercial property the same way. It’s… Read more »
Most bathrooms have exhaust fans, or they should! But, we run across many bathrooms that either have fake fans, disassembled fans, or bathrooms that have literally been built without a fan. Most codes require exhaust fans even if the bathroom has a window. Bathrooms have uncontrolled moisture levels and that moisture, if not exhausted, can… Read more »
Many homeowners are installing low-emissive windows, also known as low-E windows, in their houses these days. Low-E windows can limit the amount of heat transfer that takes place within windows, which can keep homes more comfortable throughout the year. However, there is a strange problem that’s plaguing some people who live near those who have… Read more »
Have you noticed that one or more of the windows in your home always seems to be a little hazy? If you have single-pane windows with just one pane of glass in them, the fog is likely being caused by the weather. When it’s warm inside and cold outside, your windows will often fog up… Read more »
Be it our home, or workplace, most of the air we breathe in our life, we breathe indoors. That is why the quality of the air inside a complex, home, or development is incredibly important, for both the tenant and building’s health. So, for any owner or developer, improving it should be a top priority…. Read more »
Carbon monoxide is so deadly because it is invisible and odorless, so by the time that there’s a dangerous level inside your home or business, it may be too late. Although many of us may think that with the summer months now here and our windows open to allow in fresh air there will be… Read more »
It’s long been considered a best practice to get a home inspection when buying a home from another homeowner, but what about when buying a new home? Even if you are buying a new home, you will want to get it professionally inspected for a number of reasons. To start, while the home may be… Read more »
Most homeowners spend time preparing their home for the winter, but many don’t think to check their home again once the season has come and gone. Maybe that’s because spring is a time for hope and new life, and you are starting to do outdoor activities and getting ready for summer. In most cases, there… Read more »