EIFS Siding
EIFS Siding: What Every Homeowner Should Know Understanding Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems, synthetic stucco, common moisture concerns, and what home inspectors look for during a home inspection. SDM Home Inspections • Inspect • Inform • Protect What Is EIFS? EIFS stands for Exterior Insulation and Finish System. It is often called synthetic stucco because […]
Pressboard Siding
Pressboard Siding, LP Siding & OSB Siding: What Homeowners Should Know Older engineered wood siding can last for years when maintained — but moisture damage can become expensive when ignored. Schedule a Home Inspection What Are We Talking About? Pressboard siding, chipboard siding, fiberboard siding, OSB siding, LP siding, and SmartSide are names homeowners often […]
Hillside Water Mitigation
Hillside Crawlspace Water Mitigation A practical water management guide for homes on the downside of a hill with raised foundations. When rainwater is allowed to flow toward or collect beneath a home, the crawlspace can become damp, musty, and vulnerable to wood deterioration, settlement concerns, and indoor air quality issues. The goal is simple: intercept […]
4 Point Insurance Inspection
SDM Home Inspections Blog Call or Text 530-616-8005 4 Point Insurance Inspection What Is It? Understanding Your Home 4-Point Insurance Inspections What is This??? A 4-point insurance inspection is a limited home inspection that focuses on the four main systems insurance companies care about most: the roof, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC (heating & cooling). It’s […]
Home Mold Tests
SDM Home Inspections Blog Call or Text 530-616-8005 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Where to install alarms? Understanding Your Home Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector Placement We all know that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives and are a critical safety feature in our homes. Use this guide to be sure the placement of these […]
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Placement
SDM Home Inspections Blog Call or Text 530-616-8005 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Where to install alarms? Understanding Your Home Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector Placement We all know that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives and are a critical safety feature in our homes. Use this guide to be sure the placement of these […]
Flammable Pipe Insulation
Flammable Pipe Insulation Understanding Your Home Foam Pipe Insulation on Water Heaters Danger! With today’s energy prices, everyone wants to be as energy efficient as possible. To that end, several local municipalities even mandate energy-saving measures in homes. One that I regularly see, which could be catastrophic, is foam insulation on a water heater’s water […]