by TKucera | Sep 3, 2026 | Home Inspections, Homebuyers
Field note from Cainen Bedsaul, co-owner and InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector with TMK Inspections. During a recent Philadelphia home inspection, a gas furnace started normally when I raised the thermostat. The burners ignited, and I continued observing...
by HomeGauge | Aug 28, 2025 | Home Inspections, Homebuyers, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Water can look, smell, and taste normal while still containing contaminants that matter to a homebuyer. Water quality testing provides laboratory results you can use to understand the property and decide whether additional evaluation or treatment is appropriate. When...
by HomeGauge | Feb 25, 2025 | Home Inspections, Homebuyers, Real Estate
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, and the last thing you want is to move in and find out there are costly problems behind the walls. That’s where a home inspection comes in. A thorough inspection can save you from future...
by HomeGauge | Apr 29, 2024 | Home Inspections, Homebuyers, Real Estate
Buying a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. It’s not just about finding the perfect place to live; it’s also about safeguarding your financial future. However, the home-buying process can be complex and daunting, with...
by HomeGauge | Oct 6, 2021 | Community, Home Inspections, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can enter a home through openings around foundations, slabs, crawlspaces, sump pits, and utility penetrations. It has no color or odor, so a properly conducted test is the only way to determine a home’s radon...
by HomeGauge | Jul 9, 2021 | Community, Home Inspections, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
A home inspection report should help you understand the property—not overwhelm you with pages of technical language. The most useful reports organize findings clearly, include photo evidence, explain why an issue matters, and distinguish immediate safety concerns from...
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