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Why Do-It-Yourself Mold Test Kits Are Not Accurate or Advised
Submitted by BruceAdams on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 06:53Home Inspectors & Potential Conflicts of Interest
Submitted by BruceAdams on Fri, 11/10/2017 - 13:59New Home Inspection (Construction/Phase Inspection)
Submitted by BruceAdams on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 08:22
New Home Inspection (Construction/Phase Inspection)
Septic System Dos and Don'ts
Submitted by BruceAdams on Fri, 04/21/2017 - 10:41Septic System Dos and Don’ts
(adapted from National Small Flows Clearinghouse)
Dos
Biological Pollutants in the Home
Submitted by BruceAdams on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 08:45Biological Pollutants in the Home
Not All Radon Tests Are The Same: Continuous Radon Monitors vs Charcoal Canisters
Submitted by BruceAdams on Fri, 10/28/2016 - 08:26Not All Radon Tests Are The Same:
Continuous Radon Monitors vs Charcoal Canisters
BY Bruce adams
1st Priority Home Inspections, LLC TN Lic#1274
Tennessee Standards of Practice
Submitted by BruceAdams on Tue, 10/18/2016 - 07:46RULES OF
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE
DIVISION OF REGULATORY BOARDS
CHAPTER 0780-5-12
HOME INSPECTORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
0780-5-12-.01 Purpose 0780-5-12-.07 Qualifying and Continuing Education
0780-5-12-.02 Definitions 0780-5-12-.08 Citations
0780-5-12-.03 Application for License 0780-5-12-.09 Civil Penalties
0780-5-12-.04 Application Requirements 0780-5-12-.10 Standards of Practice
10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home
Submitted by BruceAdams on Fri, 09/09/2016 - 13:0410 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home
Radon
Submitted by BruceAdams on Mon, 08/08/2016 - 09:20Radon
Checklist for Inspecting Radon Mitigation Systems in Residential Homes
https://www.nachi.org/comsop.htm#18
Home Buyer's and Seller's Guide to Radon
The EPA recommends:
Ten Tips For How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
Submitted by BruceAdams on Fri, 06/03/2016 - 19:04Ten Tips For How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
Sellers can speed up their home sale by preparing their home for the inspection ahead of time using the following tips. The inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing.
1. Make sure that the water, electrical and gas service are on, and that any gas pilot lights are lit.
