Barry Stone
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Inspector makes negligent disclosuresApr 18, 2024 6:15 am - Inspector appears to have failed at water leak assessment and may be liable for part of repairs.
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Do license agencies protect consumersApr 11, 2024 6:15 am - License agencies are only as effective in protecting consumers as the people who run them.
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Another complaint against home inspectorsApr 02, 2024 6:07 pm - What’s the value of a home inspection, especially if you had a bad experience?
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To permit or not to permitMar 21, 2024 6:00 am - Skipping the building permit process when remodeling can cause additional expenses and headaches down the road.
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Who should attend the home inspectionMar 14, 2024 6:15 am - Buyers have some control over who attends the inspection for a home they are in the process of buying.
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Trying to decipher an inspection reportMar 07, 2024 6:15 am - Buyers grow concerned over house sale after Inspector says roof is “near the end of its functional life.”
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When is a basement a legal bedroom?Feb 29, 2024 6:15 am - When is a basement just a basement — and not a taxable extra bedroom? What are the window requirements? Does it matter if there’s a closet?
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Plumber challenges home inspectorFeb 22, 2024 6:15 am - Your plumber says he found code violations with gas and water lines. How can you tell if he’s right or just upselling?
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Do new homes really need a home inspection?Feb 15, 2024 6:15 am - Your home is new, so do you really need a home inspection? A separate home inspection can help you take full advantage of your builder’s warranty.
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Avoiding cold showers can be trickyFeb 01, 2024 6:15 am - Q: Our family has an ongoing problem with shower temperature. Whenever someone takes a shower, everyone else must avoid using the plumbing. Flushing a toilet, turning...