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Keep garage fires from spreading

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Garage fires can occur, There are measures that you can take to limit the possibility of a fire in your attached garage from spreading to your home. At least you will have more time to escape the home in the event of a fire. A good home inspector will look for these necessary safety measures. (more…)

Adjustible steel columns in homes

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By : admin | In : New Jersey Home Inspections

Adjustable steel columns, also known as screw jacks, are hollow steel columns designed to provide temporary structural support. An attached threaded screw mechanism is used to raise and lower the height of the post. They are usually found in basements. Screw jacks can be made as multi-section assembles, sometimes called telescopic steel columns, or as single-piece columns. (more…)

Anti tip devices for ranges

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Anti-tip devices are metal brackets engineered to prevent freestanding ranges and stoves from tipping over. They are usually screwed into the wall behind the range, and are included in all new range installation kits. A range or stove that does not have the bracket installed may tip over if weight is pushed on its open door, such as a small child leaning on the open door. A falling range can cause serious injury to an adult or child. (more…)

Simple steps to save on energy bills

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Improving your existing heating system may be less expensive and advantageous then buying an entire new heating system. Doing regular maintenance and adding small upgrades can make your older heating system more efficient and more cost effective to operate. Preventative and regular maintenance is the most important thing that you can do to make sure your heating equipment operate efficiently. (more…)

Buying a house is one of life’s biggest decisions. Before you close, you’ll want a professional inspection of the house to ascertain its true condition. John Martino is a formally trained New Jersey home inspector and member of the American Society of Home Inspectors...ReadMore