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Emergency Heat Strips and Why HVAC Contractors Sometimes Disable Them
During a Clayton Home Inspection, I test several heating and air conditioning functions. One of those functions is Emergency Heat strips....
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When was GFCI Protection Required?
I commonly receive questions and comments during a home inspection surrounding Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection...
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Dealing with Damaged, Modified or Altered Roof Trusses
Damage commonly occurs during construction due to transport and handling of trusses (see photos of typical damage). Any damage is...
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Where and When Are Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Required?
Smoke detectors. Since June of 2001: At least one smoke detector on each habitable floor in a home. Smoke detectors required in each...
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What Exterior Grading?
Exterior grading refers to the slope of the ground from the foundation of the house outward. Per North Carolina building code, lots must...
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