An improper dishwasher drain pipe is a common issue found during a home inspection. Dishwasher drain pipes need a high loop or air gap device to prevent waste water from your sink drain back flowing into the dishwasher. This dishwasher drain could allow gross waste water from the whatever goes down your sink drain into the dishwasher. The high loop should go as high as possible in the cabinet prior to entering the sink drain to prevent back flow. An air gap device can also be used and sits on top of the sink area. Some sinks don’t allow the option for an air gap device so a high loop must be used. #homeinspection #homeinspections #homeinspector #homeinspectors #dishwasher #dishwashers #plumbingproblems #plumbingfail #homemaintenance #homerepair #homebuyer #homebuyertips #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin
This shower had a few things going on. Yes that is a light in the shower and no it was not designed for shower use. Duct tape can fix almost anything. #homeinspection #homeinspections #homeinspector #homeinspectors #bathroomdesign #bathroomremodel #bathroomideas #bathroomreno #homemaintenance #homerepair #homebuyer #electricalfails #homebuyertips #racinewisconsin #racine #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin
Flex seal is NOT a proper chimney flashing material or a substitute for a proper roof related repair. This chimney had some flashing problems and it appeared flex seal or a similar material was used for the repair. #roofing #roofleak #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetip #homerepair #homerepairs #homebuyer #homebuyertips #homeinspections #homeinspection #homeinspector #homeinspectors #racine #racinewisconsin #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #milwaukee #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate
Chimneys often have defects which are found during a home inspection. This one had several including brick spalling, improper flashing, cracked chimney crown, and cracked flues. Spalling occurs when the brick is deteriorating and results in pieces of brick coming off the chimney and ending up on the roof. This chimney will need some major repairs which will be expensive to fix. #homeinspection #homeinspections #homeinspector #homeinspectors #chimney #chimneys #homerepair #homerepairs #homemaintenance #homebuyers #homebuyertips #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #milwaukee #waukesha #walworth #lakegenevawi
While technically not right the water coming out of the faucet handles did help fill the tub quicker. #plumbing #plumbingproblems #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetips #homerepair #homerepairs #homebuyers #homebuyer #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate #homeinspector #homeinspectors #homeinspection #homeinspections #racinewisconsin #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #bathroomdesign #bathroomremodel #bathroomrenovation #plumbingrepair
The vinyl siding on this house was damaged and appeared to have melted. When looking at the next door neighbor’s house they had newer windows which appeared to be the culprit. Low E (low emissivity) windows can reflect heat like a magnifying glass and damage siding. Unfortunately unless a screen is put on the window or certain films is used over the window it won’t prevent it from occurring in the future. Unless your neighbors willing to do that you’ll have to come up with another solution. Using cement board siding, wood, or metal siding can prevent this from happening as those materials won’t be affected like vinyl siding would be. #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate #homeinspector #homeinspectors #homeinspection #homeinspections #vinylsiding #homemainentance #homemaintenancetips #homerepair #homerepairs #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #homebuyers #homebuyer
Decks problems are a common defect found during a home inspection and often a potential hazard. This deck had several serious safety issues. The deck guards were vertical which a child could climb and were spaced far enough apart that an adult, let alone a child could fall through. Poor deck construction practices, deterioration of wood, and improper fasteners were some of the main issues. The deck appears to have a cantilever support but that could not be observed or confirmed. Would you sit down and have a drink on this deck? #homeinspector #homeinspection #deckdesign #deckbuilding #deck #homemaintenance #homerepair #homebuyer #homebuyertips #homeinspectors #racine #racinewisconsin #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #milwaukee
Someone didn’t think this one through. A dishwasher door that cannot open because the stove is in the way. I wondered why they had a dish rack with clean dishes in the sink when I first got to the house since they had a dishwasher. It’s because they can’t put dishes in it. #dishwasher #kitchendesign #kitchenrenovation #kitchenreno #diyfail #homerepair #homemaintenance #homebuyers #homebuyer #homeinspection #homeinspector #racine #kenosha #wisconsinrealestate #milwaukeerealestate #kitchenfail #racinewisconsin #kenoshawisconsin
Algae is common on areas of a roof that don’t get much sun due to being in the shade or based on what what direction that portion of a roof faces. While algae shouldn’t damage the roof short term, over a long period of time it can weaken shingles by consuming limestone which is in asphalt shingles. A product like Wet N Forget or 50% water and 50% bleach sprayed on the shingles can get rid of algae. Just don’t use a power washer or you’ll damage the shingles while removing the algae. #homeinspector #homeinspection #homerepair #homemaintenance #homebuyers #homebuyer #homediy #roofcleaning #roofrepair #racinewisconsin #racinewisconsin #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #milwaukee #diyprojects #waukesha
High levels of moisture often lead to mold growth. High levels of moisture at this foundation were the result of poor grading moving water towards the corner of the foundation. Poor grading is a common source of foundation problems and one that can often be easily corrected. #mold #moldremoval #foundationrepair #homerepair #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetips #homebuyers #homeinspection #homeinspector #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #kenoshawisconsin #milwaukee #wisconsinrealestate #homeimprovement
There’s a right way and a wrong way. Using sealant material as flashing is the wrong way. It deteriorates and cracks like it is in the photo and can be prone to moisture intrusion. It’s a short term fix requiring regular maintenance. Properly installed metal flashing is the correct type of flashing. Photo 2- covering the chimney brick in sealant material can often be a cheap and easy way to “repair” the chimney. Often it’s just a short term fix and may be hiding a problem with the chimney. A brick chimney shouldn’t need sealant covering it. #homeinspection #homeinspector #chimney #roofrepair #firsttimebuyer #firsttimebuyers #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #milwaukee #homemaintenancetips #homemaintenance #homerepair #realestateinvestor #realestate #homeinspections #propertyinspection
Gutter guard systems can do a good job at keeping debris from getting into gutters but they are not maintenance free. They still need to cleaned to remove debris. This gutter is well overdue for cleaning. Failure to keep them cleaned and maintained can cause overflow issues and damage to soffits and fascia. If you haven’t cleaned your gutters do it before it’s too cold. #homeinspection #homeinspection #homebuyers #homebuyertips #firsttimehomebuyer #firsttimehomebuyers #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetips #homerepair #guttercleaning #gutters #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #milwaukee #waukesha #diyprojects #fallcleaning
It was neat how the owner built the shed and kept the tree. Unfortunately trees don’t stop growing. In fact they grow faster as they get older. Trees do reach a certain height and stop growing taller but the trunks get bigger and add more rings every year. Kind of like people. Eventually some work will need to be done on the shed when the tree gets too big. #homeinspector #homeinspection #treehugger #treehuggers #treelover #tree #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetips #homerepair #homebuyers #racinewisconsin #racine #racinewi #kenosha #milwaukee #propertyinspection
I’m not sure who was more startled seeing the other while doing the inspection in the basement the cat or me. I guess it was him since he climbed to the top corner of the foundation and began hissing. #cat #catsofinstagram #cats #homeinspection ##homeinspector #homeinspections #homebuyers #homebuyer #racine #milwaukee #kenosha #waukesha #realestate #scaredycat #homeinspectors #lakegenevawi #homebuyertips #funnycats
On of the easiest ways to avoid foundation problems related to moisture is having your downspouts empty 6 feet away from your house. This prevents thousands of gallons of water over time emptying right at your foundation and causing potential problems. It’s an easy fix but many homeowners don’t do it. An $8 downspout extender could save you from expensive foundation repairs. #homeinspector #homeinspection #homebuyers #homemaintenance #foundationrepair #propertyinspection #downspouts #realestate #realestateinvestor #wisconsinrealestate #racine #Kenosha #milwaukee
