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John@LiteHouse

Dec 15, 20222 min read

Water heater installation defects

Introduction The water heater is one of the most important appliances in your home, but it's also one of the most expensive. And because...

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John@LiteHouse

Dec 1, 20223 min read

Inspection of Aluminum Siding

Aluminum siding is generally on the decline as an exterior siding material because vinyl siding and other materials have become more...

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Venting Issues with High-Efficiency Furnaces

John@LiteHouse

Nov 15, 20223 min read

Venting Issues with High-Efficiency Furnaces

Introduction If you have a high-efficiency furnace, there's a good chance that venting issues are to blame for any problems. The reason...

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John@LiteHouse

Nov 1, 20223 min read

What is Aging In Place?

"Aging in place" is the phenomenon that describes the ability of older people to live independently in their own homes for as long as...

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John@LiteHouse

Oct 21, 20223 min read

Advantages of Solar Energy

Solar energy offers significant advantages over conventional power systems, as it prevails over failures in systems that have long been...

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What Do We Mean By Exposed Fasteners On The Roof?

John@LiteHouse

May 6, 20221 min read

What Do We Mean By Exposed Fasteners On The Roof?

For many of our home inspections in the Cincinnati and Dayton areas, we often comment on exposed fasteners on the roof. Usually these...

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John@LiteHouse

May 6, 20222 min read

General Flaws with Sump Pump Systems

These are common defects or safety concerns that we see with Sump Pump systems during many home inspections in the Cincinnati and Dayton...

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What’s that stain on the ceiling and what can you do about it?

Erin@LiteHouse

Apr 8, 20221 min read

What’s that stain on the ceiling and what can you do about it?

You’re walking through a home, falling in love until you look up and spot an ugly, dark mark on the ceiling. Your heart sinks thinking...

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10 Most Common Issues Related to Plumbing. And what you should look for!

John@LiteHouse

Apr 7, 20225 min read

10 Most Common Issues Related to Plumbing. And what you should look for!

1. Pipe Leaks - This is the most common plumbing problem that Home Inspectors see regularly, regardless of whether they are supply pipes...

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You've Had Your Home Inspection. Now What?

John@LiteHouse

Mar 9, 20226 min read

You've Had Your Home Inspection. Now What?

When we complete our Cincinnati home inspection reports, often we never hear back from our clients. We'd like to think that this is...

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How to Hire a Qualified Cincinnati Area Home Inspector

John@LiteHouse

Feb 25, 20223 min read

How to Hire a Qualified Cincinnati Area Home Inspector

The Home Inspector may be the most important person you will deal with you purchase a home. Their assessment of the property is very...

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John@LiteHouse

Feb 23, 20225 min read

What is Radon Testing? Is it Real?

If you are buying a home in the greater Cincinnati Ohio area, your realtor will likely have already told you how important it is for a...

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How the Home Inspection Works and How to Prepare Your Home For the Inspection

John@LiteHouse

Feb 2, 20223 min read

How the Home Inspection Works and How to Prepare Your Home For the Inspection

What you need to know about getting your Cincinnati, OH home inspected. If you are in need of a Cincinnati Home Inspector, reach out to...

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Average home repair costs will be higher this year – what should homeowners expect to spend in 2022?

John@LiteHouse

Jan 1, 20223 min read

Average home repair costs will be higher this year – what should homeowners expect to spend in 2022?

Homeowners are planning to spend more time up-keeping and improving their homes than ever before. (learn how LiteHouse can help you...

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John@LiteHouse

Dec 13, 20212 min read

Do Home Inspectors Go On The Roof?

Is it a requirement? Cincinnati home inspectors do not need to go on the roof. Most home inspectors follow standards of practice that...

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How important is a Home Inspection in a Seller's Market?

John@LiteHouse

Dec 6, 20213 min read

How important is a Home Inspection in a Seller's Market?

Do you follow news or updates on the Cincinnati area real estate market? If you are planning to buy or sell a home in the near future,...

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How to be a licensed home inspector in Ohio

John@LiteHouse

Dec 1, 20212 min read

How to be a licensed home inspector in Ohio

In Ohio, to become a home inspector, you need to get licensed. This involves various requirements. First, you must have at least 80 hours...

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John@LiteHouse

Dec 1, 20211 min read

Do Home Inspectors take credit cards?

Q: Do Home Inspectors take credit cards? Is it possible to pay for a Home Inspection with a credit card? Do most or any Cincinnati Home...

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John@LiteHouse

Nov 29, 20212 min read

Holiday Safety Tips for Every Homeowner

Holiday fires injure up to 2,000 people each year and cause more than $ 500 million in damage. According to the U.S. Fire Admin (USFA),...

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The Top 5 Problems with Smart Home Tech and How to Troubleshoot Them

John@LiteHouse

Nov 22, 20215 min read

The Top 5 Problems with Smart Home Tech and How to Troubleshoot Them

Article shared from InterNACHI® | by Eric Murrell Whether you’re buying a new home or looking at some upgrades for your current living...

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