I love the tradition of home owners writing Scripture verses in their new house while it is being built. Today was a real winner.

You may not see what’s happening behind your walls, but hidden electrical problems can create serious safety concerns. Learn why inspecting the electrical system in your house is an important part of a professional home inspection, and see an example of deteriorating rag wire found inside an electrical box.

A home inspection is an ounce of prevention. I typically find dozens of issues that can help the homeowner with maintenance, repairs, and avoiding the dreaded catastrophic failure

Washington, DC rowhomes are full of character—but their age, tight party walls, and layered renovations can hide issues that matter for safety, moisture control, and long-term costs. Here’s a practical checklist of what I focus on during a DC rowhome inspection, and what you can look for before (and after) your inspection. 1) Roof, gutters, and drainage Roof covering condition and flashing at chimneys/walls Gutters/downspouts discharging away from the foundation Signs of pond

I’m Christopher Herndon, a Certified Professional Inspector (InterNACHI®) serving the Washington DC Metro area (Maryland and Northern Virginia). This blog is here to help homebuyers, sellers, and homeowners understand what matters most in a home inspection—so you can make confident, informed decisions. What you’ll find here: Common defects I see in DC/MD/VA homes—and what they mean Maintenance tips to protect safety and reduce costly surprises How to prepare for an inspection

A roof that is nearly level or slightly sloped is called a low-slope roof. No roof should be actually level and flat. It must have at...

According to the InterNACHI® Home Inspection Standards of Practice (www.nachi.org/sop), the inspector shall inspect the roof-covering...

All gutters need to be kept clean. They should slope uniformly, without sags, to downspouts. Gutter and downspout materials are usually...