These 6 Home Inspection Findings Could be Signs of Future Trouble
When buying a new house, an important step in the process is having the home inspected. The inspection can reveal the real condition of the home, including issues you may never have noticed on your own. Unfortunately, the home inspection can uncover issues...
Too Hot in the House? Discover These 7 Hidden Air Conditioning Problems
Now that summer is in full swing, with temperatures rising into the uncomfortable zone, the air conditioning will probably be on frequently to keep things bearable in the house. However, if your system has not been properly maintained, problems can arise and it...
Most Common Issues Found During a Home Inspection
If you are in the process of buying or selling a house, you should be aware of the importance of a home inspection. Sellers can use the findings to make improvements before listing their home in order to get top dollar, and buyers need one to make sure there...
New Construction May Not Be Perfect: Why You NEED a Home Inspection
When purchasing a home that has just been built, many people think it is not necessary to hire an independent home inspection company to inspect the property. After all – it is new construction and has already been looked at by the building inspector…what could...
A Home Inspection is the BEST Protection!
Why Inspect? A home inspection is a very important part of the home buying process and Lakes Area Home Inspections has the experience and training to get the job done right. During an inspection, our thorough inspectors will observe the house, from the roof down...
Top Complaints About Service Providers – And How We Overcome Them
When you are in the business of providing a service to another person, it is very important to know what people expect in the way of service so you can meet, or even exceed, those expectations. At Lakes Area Home Inspections, we have seen our clients get annoyed...
Spring Driveway Maintenance Tips
There’s no better feeling than watching the winter snow melt away for good as the signs of spring take over. But once the snow clears out you will be able to see the damage the winter left behind. The driveway often takes a beating in the winter months so...
The Importance of Proper Attic Ventilation
The attic is an important area of the house, but its value is often underestimated. Since the attic is out of sight it is easy to forget about it and neglect the proper care and maintenance that can make a difference in the comfort levels of the house, as well...