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Foundation Watering in Dallas: Why Fall Is a Critical Time to Prevent Soil Shrinkage Cracks
Dallas homeowners have a good reason to pay attention to the ground around their foundations. Expansive clay soils found across the Dallas-Fort Worth area can change volume as moisture conditions change, shrinking during dry periods and swelling when moisture returns. That movement can become especially noticeable when the soil cracks or pulls away from the…
Read MoreTop 10 Home Safety Issues Detected During Inspections
Every year, home injuries cause an astounding 30,000 deaths and 12 million nonfatal injuries. As comforting and nurturing a home is, it can also be a very dangerous place. It is a sobering thought when you are looking at a beautiful property with a manicured lawn. A fresh coat of paint can hide a lot…
Read MoreBuyer’s Guide to Commercial Property Inspections
Wondering about the importance of a commercial inspection? In 2019, the Hard Rock Hotel in New Orleans partially collapsed during construction, leading to years of lawsuits and over $100 million in damages. Investigators later found structural issues that should have been detected long before the disaster. Before you commit to a commercial property, it…
Read MoreSpecialty Inspection Add-Ons: What They Are and When You Need Them
Here’s a scary fact that might make you sit up straight: up to 40% of U.S. houses will experience moisture problems in basements. That’s almost 50% of the home population experiencing water intrusion, often caused by weather and drainage issues that go unnoticed until it is too late. Such hidden problems are uncovered through specialty…
Read MoreWhy Should Sellers Get a Pre-Listing Home Inspection?
When you’re getting ready to sell your home, there’s already a lot on your plate. Cleaning, decluttering, staging, photos, showings, it adds up fast. With all that going on, the idea of scheduling a pre-listing home inspection might feel like just another thing to worry about. In reality, a pre-listing home inspection helps sellers stay…
Read MoreWinter Home Prep: Your December Maintenance & Inspection Checklist
December is the ideal time for Dallas homeowners to review the condition of their homes. North Texas weather changes quickly, and systems like heating, plumbing, and roofing can be affected even when the cold is brief. A focused winter checklist helps you understand what needs attention and what can be planned for later. This blog…
Read MoreWhy Every New Home Needs a New Construction Inspection Before Move-In
When you’re handed the keys to a brand new house, it’s an exciting moment. The fresh paint, the sparkling appliances, and the untouched floors give you the sense that everything is perfect. After all, it’s a brand new house, so what could possibly be wrong? Well, the surprising truth is that even the new homes…
Read MoreFixing Problems Found in a Pre‑Listing Inspection
When you’re getting ready to sell your home, surprises are the last thing you want. But that’s exactly what can happen during the selling process, unless you get ahead of them. A pre-listing inspection gives you the upper hand. Instead of waiting for a buyer’s inspector to uncover issues, you had the opportunity to fix…
Read MoreChoosing The Perfect Real Estate Agent For You As A Buyer
By: Clayton Houston, Blackland Home Inspections TREC 8059 Choosing the perfect real estate agent is like finding the missing piece to your home-buying puzzle. It’s a decision that can significantly impact your experience, so let’s break it down into some friendly and practical steps: Lean on Recommendations: Start your search by talking to friends, family,…
Read MoreNavigating Structural Settlement in Your Dallas Home
Author: Clayton Houston, Blackland Home Inspections TREC 8059 I often get asked about the name of our inspection company. Our clients want to know how we chose the name, “Blackland Home Inspections”. Well, it is simple. I was performing a home inspection in a custom home that was well furnished. A map of Texas on…
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